AI Business Development Manager

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Description And Requirements

Are you passionate by Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning? Artificial Intelligence is set to revolutionize the world we live. Do you want to be part of the fastest HPC&AI growing company? Do you want to help solving humanities’ s greatest challenges? Come join the Lenovo North America HPC & AI Sales team. Lenovo is looking for a highly skilled business development manager specialized in artificial intelligence.

Responsibilities

Develop a long term sales pipeline and grow the AI businessInitiate and manage the engagement of prospective clientsCommunicate internally and externally about Lenovo AI approach, value proposition and offeringsUnderstand customers’ challenges in adopting AI.Establish and maintain a professional, working and consultative relationships with clients, including C- level executives for mid-to-large accounts by developing a core understanding of the unique business needs of the client within their industryInterface with our WW organization to identify our customer’s need.Identify, qualify, develop and close AI industry sales against quotaDevelop a sales plan & strategy. Identify emerging industry marketsEnsure the timely and successful post-sales delivery of AI solutions according to customer needs and objectivesClearly communicate the progress of monthly & quarterly initiatives to internal and external stakeholdersTravel to customer sites to present AI solutions and services in a professional manner and maintain account integrityPresent AI solutions in a professional manner to customers in-person, via email, and by phone Set direction and communication for both project team and business partners and actively participate in cross-functional groups to solve problemsAbility to travel up to 50% depending on location

Basic Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in business, IT, or a related field.

Preferred Qualifications

Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills. Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Detail-oriented and organized with the ability to manage multiple tasks. Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.

The base salary range budgeted for this position is $124,000 - $168,000. Individuals may also be considered for bonuses and/or commissions. Lenovo’s various benefits can be found at www.lenovobenefits.com.

In compliance with Colorado's EPEWA, the expected Application Deadline for this position is 6/30/2024 – this applies to both internal and external candidates.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any federal, state, or local protected class.

Additional Locations

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