Business Development Manager (Microsoft)

Root16 is a Microsoft Partner and brings the best of boutique and big consulting to our clients, with a deep focus on core verticals and ability to implement Microsoft D365 and the Power Platform.  Our company is built around two things…our people and our clients. While others spend time worrying about expanding their footprint, we’re more concerned about doing what’s right for our employees and our clients. We want to do everything in our power to make sure our clients, our team, and our organization are successful.  We’re looking to build true partnerships, tackle challenges with our clients head-on and bring our people, vision and experience to the forefront. We take great pride in our work and have fun doing it! Who we are: ·     We are technologists ·     We are customer engagement enthusiasts ·     We are listeners and researchers ·     We are doers, thinkers and problem solvers ·     We are collaborative and cooperative ·     We are accountable to one another – and for one another What we look for: ·     People who are smart, honest and genuine ·     People who take pride in their work ·     People willing to do what it takes and think outside the box ·     People who are life-long learners and help others learn along the way ·     People who laugh and don’t take themselves too seriously ·     People who do right by others ·     People who appreciate the abilities and differences of others ·     People who want to participate in building a positive work culture What we offer: ·     Collaborative environment without politics, micro-management or burdensome tools and processes ·     Remote or hybrid options, flexible work environment with social events ·     Empowerment to make your mark ·     Growth defined by experiences, not tenure or rank ·     Invest in Your Nest benefit to upgrade home office ·     Wellness benefit for gym membership or home exercise equipment ·     Learning allowance for classes, training or personal pursuit ·     20 days of PTO, 12 paid holidays, birthday off and summer hours ·     Monthly cell phone / internet allowance ·     Excellent medical, vision and dental benefits plus 401K with company match ·     Education, certifications and training ·     Casual dress     Responsibilities

Sell consulting services for D365 Sales, Service and Marketing as well as Power Platform solutions to new clients with the US

Take ownership to grow assigned territory and achieve revenue targets by utilizing multiple channels, including business development, lead generation/prospecting, responding to inbound inquiries, networking with Microsoft sellers and cold outreach campaigns

Lead the entire sales cycle from opportunity identification, qualification, discovery, proposals, contract negotiations through deal closure to ensure successful client delivery 

Deal shaping with the assistance of technical and functional experts as needed

Build nurturing relationships with C-suite contacts and conduct sales presentations to all levels within a client organization

Foster and nurture relationships within the Microsoft channel and broader ecosystem

Develop a sales plan for targeting and achieving new business revenue

Help refine our sales processes and mentor new sellers as they onboard

Attend Microsoft conferences, trade shows, and other events to better understand the digital market and “what’s coming”

Track sales progress and opportunities in D365  

Travel up to 30% nationally

Requirements

3+ years of experience selling technology consulting services and complex solutions

Successful deal closes ranging from $100K - $1M+

Proven success landing new logos, prospecting, account planning and achieving revenue targets

Success as a Trusted Advisor by nurturing client relationships

Experience working on proposals, SOWS and oral presentations

Strong communication, presentation and networking skills

Teamwork mentality working with internal Consulting & Development teams

Nice to have

Prior experience working in a channel sales environment

An established network within Microsoft

Knowledge of digital customer experience solutions like Dynamics 365 (CRM), M365, CoPilot, Salesforce, etc.