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Z Systems Software Technical Sales Specialist
City : Markham
Category : Other
Industry : Technology/Computer Services
Employer : IBM
Introduction
This is a remarkable time in our industry with digital transformation of all aspects of business. The mainframe with its mission critical applications and data needs to be modernized to support fast changing requirements on access, development, and integration with other application and platforms. You will be working with the leading enterprise customers in Canada across industry to help transform their business using a broad range of leading solution on the Z platform which has the most mission critical data.
Your Role and Responsibilities
IBM’s Z sales team is looking for a Technical Sales Specialist to support the sales of our IBM Z Systems Software portfolio of CICS, IMS, z/OS Connect, Zowe, and related tools to support these enviornments in the Canadian Market. This position is responsible for all pre-sales technical activities to identify, progress and win opportunities.
This position serves as a technical sales consultant to our clients and a technical sales leader for sales representatives. The applicant will learn the client's business and technical requirements, competitive landscape and apply their technical knowledge and experience to recommend new solutions. The applicant will also be delivering presentation, demonstrations, technical workshops, and proof of concepts with offerings on the z/OS platform.
The chosen applicant will be responsible for collaborating with the sales representatives to define, design, and detail the technical aspects and feasibility of proposed solutions. They will also support technical design solutions and answer technical questions throughout the sales process in order to progress/close sales and develop customer relationships.
"IBMReferred_NorthAmerica"
Required Technical and Professional Expertise
Preferred Technical and Professional Expertise
• 3+ years’ experience with technical sales of mainframe products
• 3+ years’ experience with one of CICS, and IMS as application developer, systems programmer, technical support, or consultant
• Experience with competitive tooling solutions from BMC, CA/Broadcom, etc, for CICS, IMS, and z/OS
• Experience with modernization of mainframe application e.g. use of Java, API, Nodes.js, etc, to access legacy application
Must have the ability to work in Canada without sponsorship.
About Business UnitIBM has a global presence, operating in more than 175 countries with a broad-based geographic distribution of revenue. The company’s Global Markets organization is a strategic sales business unit that manages IBM’s global footprint, working closely with dedicated country-based operating units to serve clients locally. These country teams have client relationship managers who lead integrated teams of consultants, solution specialists and delivery professionals to enable clients’ growth and innovation. By complementing local expertise with global experience and digital capabilities, IBM builds deep and broad-based client relationships. This local management focus fosters speed in supporting clients, addressing new markets and making investments in emerging opportunities. Additionally, the Global Markets organization serves clients with expertise in their industry as well as through the products and services that IBM and partners supply. IBM is also expanding its reach to new and existing clients through digital marketplaces.
This role requires you to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 prior to your start date. Full vaccination refers to receiving dosage of COVID-19 vaccines that provide full protection in accordance with Canada Public Health and WHO guidance (full series of a 2 dose vaccine plus 14 days or a one dose vaccine plus 14 days from the last dose). Proof of vaccination status will be required. Booster vaccination requirements may be required. If you are unable to be vaccinated due to medical or religious reasons, we offer accommodations in accordance with applicable law.
Your Life @ IBMAre you craving to learn more? Prepared to solve some of the world's most unique challenges? And ready to shape the future for millions of people? If so, then it's time to join us, express your individuality, unleash your curiosity and discover new possibilities.
Every IBMer, and potential ones like yourself, has a voice, carves their own path, and uses their expertise to help co-create and add to our story. Together, we have the power to make meaningful change – to alter the fabric of our clients, of society and IBM itself, to create a truly positive impact and make the world work better for everyone.
It's time to define your career.
About IBMIBM’s greatest invention is the IBMer. We believe that through the application of intelligence, reason and science, we can improve business, society and the human condition, bringing the power of an open hybrid cloud and AI strategy to life for our clients and partners around the world.Restlessly reinventing since 1911, we are not only one of the largest corporate organizations in the world, we’re also one of the biggest technology and consulting employers, with many of the Fortune 50 companies relying on the IBM Cloud to run their business. At IBM, we pride ourselves on being an early adopter of artificial intelligence, quantum computing and blockchain. Now it’s time for you to join us on our journey to being a responsible technology innovator and a force for good in the world.
Location StatementFor additional information about location requirements, please discuss with the recruiter following submission of your application.
Being You @ IBMIBM is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, pregnancy, disability, age, veteran status, or other characteristics. IBM is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status.
This is a remarkable time in our industry with digital transformation of all aspects of business. The mainframe with its mission critical applications and data needs to be modernized to support fast changing requirements on access, development, and integration with other application and platforms. You will be working with the leading enterprise customers in Canada across industry to help transform their business using a broad range of leading solution on the Z platform which has the most mission critical data.
Your Role and Responsibilities
IBM’s Z sales team is looking for a Technical Sales Specialist to support the sales of our IBM Z Systems Software portfolio of CICS, IMS, z/OS Connect, Zowe, and related tools to support these enviornments in the Canadian Market. This position is responsible for all pre-sales technical activities to identify, progress and win opportunities.
This position serves as a technical sales consultant to our clients and a technical sales leader for sales representatives. The applicant will learn the client's business and technical requirements, competitive landscape and apply their technical knowledge and experience to recommend new solutions. The applicant will also be delivering presentation, demonstrations, technical workshops, and proof of concepts with offerings on the z/OS platform.
The chosen applicant will be responsible for collaborating with the sales representatives to define, design, and detail the technical aspects and feasibility of proposed solutions. They will also support technical design solutions and answer technical questions throughout the sales process in order to progress/close sales and develop customer relationships.
"IBMReferred_NorthAmerica"
Required Technical and Professional Expertise
- Required Technical and Professional Expertise
• 5+ years’ experience working on IBM Z mainframe
• Exceptional written and oral communication skills
Preferred Technical and Professional Expertise
• 3+ years’ experience with technical sales of mainframe products
• 3+ years’ experience with one of CICS, and IMS as application developer, systems programmer, technical support, or consultant
• Experience with competitive tooling solutions from BMC, CA/Broadcom, etc, for CICS, IMS, and z/OS
• Experience with modernization of mainframe application e.g. use of Java, API, Nodes.js, etc, to access legacy application
Must have the ability to work in Canada without sponsorship.
About Business UnitIBM has a global presence, operating in more than 175 countries with a broad-based geographic distribution of revenue. The company’s Global Markets organization is a strategic sales business unit that manages IBM’s global footprint, working closely with dedicated country-based operating units to serve clients locally. These country teams have client relationship managers who lead integrated teams of consultants, solution specialists and delivery professionals to enable clients’ growth and innovation. By complementing local expertise with global experience and digital capabilities, IBM builds deep and broad-based client relationships. This local management focus fosters speed in supporting clients, addressing new markets and making investments in emerging opportunities. Additionally, the Global Markets organization serves clients with expertise in their industry as well as through the products and services that IBM and partners supply. IBM is also expanding its reach to new and existing clients through digital marketplaces.
This role requires you to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 prior to your start date. Full vaccination refers to receiving dosage of COVID-19 vaccines that provide full protection in accordance with Canada Public Health and WHO guidance (full series of a 2 dose vaccine plus 14 days or a one dose vaccine plus 14 days from the last dose). Proof of vaccination status will be required. Booster vaccination requirements may be required. If you are unable to be vaccinated due to medical or religious reasons, we offer accommodations in accordance with applicable law.
Your Life @ IBMAre you craving to learn more? Prepared to solve some of the world's most unique challenges? And ready to shape the future for millions of people? If so, then it's time to join us, express your individuality, unleash your curiosity and discover new possibilities.
Every IBMer, and potential ones like yourself, has a voice, carves their own path, and uses their expertise to help co-create and add to our story. Together, we have the power to make meaningful change – to alter the fabric of our clients, of society and IBM itself, to create a truly positive impact and make the world work better for everyone.
It's time to define your career.
About IBMIBM’s greatest invention is the IBMer. We believe that through the application of intelligence, reason and science, we can improve business, society and the human condition, bringing the power of an open hybrid cloud and AI strategy to life for our clients and partners around the world.Restlessly reinventing since 1911, we are not only one of the largest corporate organizations in the world, we’re also one of the biggest technology and consulting employers, with many of the Fortune 50 companies relying on the IBM Cloud to run their business. At IBM, we pride ourselves on being an early adopter of artificial intelligence, quantum computing and blockchain. Now it’s time for you to join us on our journey to being a responsible technology innovator and a force for good in the world.
Location StatementFor additional information about location requirements, please discuss with the recruiter following submission of your application.
Being You @ IBMIBM is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, pregnancy, disability, age, veteran status, or other characteristics. IBM is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status.
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