North European SW Solution Manager (m-f-d) Description - About the role The HP Solutions organization focuses on selling and designing software solutions and services for corporate, enterprise, and public sector customers. Solutions are sold & delivered either directly or through certified channel partners. The organization operates across Northern Europe, incl. Germany, Switzerland, UKI, Nordics, Benelux and Austria. As part of this role, you will provide functional and programmatic leadership to software solution sellers. Close collaboration with country go-to-market teams (both end user and channel) is key. Main Objectives Establish and govern engagement processes Drive sustainable growth in software selling Guide the qualification of the pipeline and ensure deal progression Drive initiatives to grow the software business, especially strategic solution areas (e.g. digital workplace experience platform or security solutions) Act as a liaison to sales organizations in the countries Influence sales performance and compensation metrics Establish a virtual SW Sales team across all countries Act as the leader and regional single point of contact for all software topics Ensure reliable forecasting and gap planning Build strong relationships with global software sales teams and SW business units Primary Responsibilities Define and continuously optimize the SW Sales process Define, together with go-to-market teams, strategies for customers managed by the countries Lead software transactional sales and contractual SW selling Partner on value-added sales (VAS) and strategic account review (SAR) sessions Drive strategic growth initiatives to: Generate and qualify pipeline (direct and indirect) Increase pipeline conversion- & win rates Continuously improve sales processes Establish growth initiatives Drive reliable quota achievement and overall business performance Act as a mentor and advisor in complex software deal cycles Establish and share best practices Provide virtual people leadership and contribute to performance and development discussions Oversee resource allocation and priority setting across markets Collaborate with global centres of excellence and peer leaders Drive cross-functional collaboration with business units, customer delivery teams and channel partners Contribute to automation and continuous improvement initiatives Measures of Success Software Orders Total contract value with embedded SW Pipeline Size Pipeline Conversion Rate & speed Win rate SW Revenues Employee development & skill set Profile / Qualifications Strong, multi- year experience in software sales management, including direct and indirect selling Proven track record in driving growth initiatives resulting in high quality pipeline Experience in shaping and executing go-to-market strategies across countries and stakeholders Solid knowledge of the Northern Europe market Strong customer and partner orientation with focus on new biz. generation Excellent communication and presentation skills Strong knowledge of modern, outcome based, sales methodologies Analytical and structured mindset with a data-driven approach Strong team player and influencer with professional presence Good financial understanding and business acumen Ability to operate effectively in a complex and fast-paced environment Strong execution focus and results orientation Willingness to travel Fluent in English What do we have to offer? Employee-oriented corporate culture - our « HP Way »: We value enthusiasm, regular feedback, trust and respect within our teams. We want to promote meaningful innovation within each and every employee by giving them the opportunity to grow from their mistakes and get new inspirations through collaboration in our regional/global teams A well-adjusted work-life-balance due to flexible working hours and home office regulations Attractive salary package with additional benefits, such as 30 paid leave days, company pension plans, a long-term time account, bike leasing, employee counselling programs, wellness initiatives etc. Equal opportunities and continuous career development, e.g. as part of the global mentoring programs, e-learning platforms Multiple Employee Impact Networks such as Next Generation Network, Women’s Network and Pride Network which organize interesting trainings and after-work events to expand your network You are convinced to be a perfect match? 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