Business Development Executive - Oracle

Introduction

IBM is a global technology and consulting company that provides innovative solutions to clients across various industries. Our mission is to drive progress through technology and empower businesses to achieve their goals. Role Summary: The Business Development Leader will be responsible for identifying new business opportunities, working closely with our software vendor partner Oracle, building relationships with potential clients, and driving revenue growth through strategic initiatives.

Your role and responsibilities

Identify and pursue new business opportunities in target markets. Develop and maintain relationships with Oracle as our software partner Develop and maintain relationships with key stakeholders and decision-makers. Conduct market research to understand industry trends and client needs. Collaborate with internal teams to create tailored solutions for clients. Prepare and present proposals and business cases to potential clients. Negotiate contracts and agreements to secure new business. Track and report on business development activities and outcomes. This role will be based in a major US consulting hub and will require travel to meet with Oracle, clients, IBM teams and attend industry events.

This Job can be Performed from anywhere in the US.

Required education

Bachelor's Degree

Preferred education

Master's Degree

Required technical and professional expertise

- Domain knowledge of HR and/or finance and of Oracle or equivalent platforms Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Proven experience in business development, sales, or a similar role. Strong understanding of technology and consulting services.
- Proficiency in CRM software and Microsoft Office Suite.
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, or a related field.
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.

Preferred technical and professional experience

- Experience in the technology consulting industry.
- Knowledge of Oracle products and services.

ABOUT BUSINESS UNIT

IBM Consulting is IBM's consulting and global professional services business, with market leading capabilities in business and technology transformation. With deep expertise in many industries, we offer strategy, experience, technology, and operations services to many of the most innovative and valuable companies in the world. Our people are focused on accelerating our clients' businesses through the power of collaboration. We believe in the power of technology responsibly used to help people, partners and the planet.

YOUR LIFE @ IBM

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Being an IBMer means you'll be able to learn and develop yourself and your career, you'll be encouraged to be courageous and experiment everyday, all whilst having continuous trust and support in an environment where everyone can thrive whatever their personal or professional background.

Our IBMers are growth minded, always staying curious, open to feedback and learning new information and skills to constantly transform themselves and our company. They are trusted to provide on-going feedback to help other IBMers grow, as well as collaborate with colleagues keeping in mind a team focused approach to include different perspectives to drive exceptional outcomes for our customers. The courage our IBMers have to make critical decisions everyday is essential to IBM becoming the catalyst for progress, always embracing challenges with resources they have to hand, a can-do attitude and always striving for an outcome focused approach within everything that they do.

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ABOUT IBM

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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.

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