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<item><title><![CDATA[Education Manager  /  Managing Education Consultant
	      , Education/Teaching]]></title><link>http://houston.ipsojobs.com/job/education-manager-managing-education-consultant/6-216663</link><description><![CDATA[<p>&nbsp;</p><br /><p>Senior contributor&nbsp;-&nbsp; Creates stimulating and engaging content for the training products for our entire product suite. &nbsp;The Education manager/managing consultant will define, implement, price and help sell the Training material. Trains the customer&rsquo;s business and technical staff on key admin duties, how to run, integrate and customize product, how to maintain the system. May work with large and small Systems Integrator business partners on solution delivery.&nbsp; Needs to be comfortable working at all levels of the account from the CIO, Engineering Management down to the technical leads within an IT or engineering department. Customer satisfaction and &lsquo;referenceability&rsquo; is the #1 goal.&nbsp; Candidate must be a motivated professional with excellent project management and writing skills. Will initiate new processes and help set the direction for the Education team.&nbsp; Will be asked to travel to customer projects anywhere on the globe.</p><br /><p>&nbsp;</p><br /><p>Position Background:</p><br /><p>Projects take 1-6 months and involve extensive planning and design.&nbsp; Responsible for understanding the customer&rsquo;s business process, understanding problems, communicating solutions then marrying those to the enterprise System.&nbsp;</p><br /><p>Specific Skills and Experience Preferred:</p><br /><p>Documentation of business processes, installation procedures, system workflow.</p><br /><p>Experience training large enterprise software solutions.</p><br /><p>Course material development of installation and customization of enterprise software systems with many of the following technologies &ndash; MS SQL or RDBMS databases; Application Servers; Integration engines; ETL processing (data warehouse SQL programs); CAD (e.g. Pro/E), Solid Modeling (3dsMAX, Maya)</p><br /><p>Experience with some of the following: enterprise part data management, engineering data management software systems and similar tools suites.</p><br /><p>Proven ability to work in an internal team environment with Engineering, Sales and Marketing.</p><br /><p>Deliver instructor-led Education for our products.</p><br /><p>Create skill objectives, knowledge objectives, and course outlines based on results from Education needs analysis.</p><br /><p>Develop new and existing curriculum to help ensure course development and rollout, including web site updates, and course material distribution.</p><br /><p>Design, and develop courseware materials such as instructor guides, and student guides for client certification training.</p><br /><p>Conduct train-the-trainer sessions.</p><br /><p>Must possess strong written and oral English communication skills.&nbsp; Experience authoring:</p><br /><p>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Proposals</p><br /><p>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Enterprise Education materials</p><br /><p>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; web-based Education courses</p><br /><p>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Technical presentations (Visio, PowerPoint)</p><br /><p>&nbsp;</p><br /><p>Technologies and Education:</p><br /><p>BA/BS or MA/MS degree or equivalent experience required, plus 10+ years of relevant work experience in Sales, Operations or Client Service training.</p><br /><p>Experience pricing Education products for the Fortune 1000.</p><br /><p>Ability to build and maintain positive and productive interdepartmental working relationships.</p><br /><p><strong>&nbsp;</strong></p><br /><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><br /><ul><br /><li>Manage delivery of 3D CAD and PLM training </li><br /><li>Manage/schedule 10 Technical Training Engineers and outside contractors</li><br /><li>Manage training centers in US and Canada</li><br /><li>Act as the main contact for customers on technical issues related to training</li><br /><li>Certify instructors in areas of delivery skills and content knowledge</li><br /><li>Instruct classes in CATIA, Pro/Engineer, Windchill </li><br /><li>Design and develop training materials for new and existing classes</li><br /></ul><br /><p>&nbsp;</p><br /><br /><br /><strong>Industry:</strong> Software<br /><strong>Discipline:</strong> Education<br /><strong>Experience:</strong> 11 - 15 Years<br /><strong>Level:</strong> Manager<br /><strong>Compensation:</strong> $100K+<br /><strong>Company:</strong> Education Company]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 20 Nov 2009 23:16:44 -0800</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[General Manager
	      , Sales/Marketing]]></title><link>http://houston.ipsojobs.com/job/general-manager/12-216338</link><description><![CDATA[<p><strong>THE OPPORTUNITY - DISTRICT SALES MANAGER <br /></strong></p><p>If you&rsquo;re</p><ul><li>Looking for new challenges in your career,</li><li>Want to take your career to the next level and</li><li>Want to be recognized for your experience, achievements and professionalism,</li> </ul><p>this is <strong>your next career move</strong>.</p><p>Established telecommunications leader, offering state-of-the-art technology and superior customer service, is seeking a skilled <strong>District Sales Manager</strong> with <strong>C-LEC</strong> or <strong>VOIP</strong> experience.</p><p>If you have:</p><ul><li>sales and management experience,</li><li>are aggressive and self-motivated, and</li><li>someone who seeks new professional and personal challenges,</li></ul><p>we want to hear from <strong>YOU</strong>.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>WHAT&rsquo;S IN IT FOR YOU.</strong></p><p>The successful professional will be offered a highly competitive compensation package to include: <strong>base salary, commission and bonus, health benefits, vacation and more</strong>. You will be responsible for:</p><ul><li>Recruiting, training and developing sales team of 8 outside reps hunting new business,</li><li>Increasing the company&rsquo;s penetration in the local business-to-business (B2B) accounts, and</li><li>Selling a full mix of bundled telecommunications services.</li></ul><p><strong>Benefits</strong></p><ul><li>Income at plan: $130,000 +</li><li>Salary range: $70 - $85K</li><li>No Cap on Income</li><li>Aggressive Commission Structure</li><li>Mileage and Cell Allowance</li><li>Bridge</li><li>401k</li><li>Full Benefits package</li></ul><p><strong>Requirements</strong></p><ul><li><strong>3 +</strong> years of experience managing outside sales team in C-LEC or ON-NET type of companies</li><li>Sales management experience from <strong>Voice, Data, PBX and/or ON-NET</strong> service environments</li><li>Business-to-business sales and/or sales management experience</li><li>Small to Medium Accounts sales management experience</li><li>A successful track record recruiting, training and developing new sales reps</li><li>Local area knowledge a plus</li><li>College degree a plus</li><li>Drug free</li><li>Clean background</li></ul><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>All Inquiries held in the Strictest Confidence</strong></p><br /><br /><br /><strong>Industry:</strong> Telecommunications<br /><strong>Discipline:</strong> Sales Mngmnt & Ops<br /><strong>Experience:</strong> Less than 5 Years<br /><strong>Level:</strong> Manager<br /><strong>Compensation:</strong> $200K+<br /><strong>Company:</strong> Telecommunications Leader]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 17 Nov 2009 23:15:13 -0800</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[Global Logistics Manager - 20093255a
	      , Manufacturing]]></title><link>http://houston.ipsojobs.com/job/global-logistics-manager-20093255a/22-216125</link><description><![CDATA[<p><strong>Job Description</strong><br /></p> <p>The Global Logistics Manager is accountable for:<br /><br />* The performance of the warehousing & transportation systems within the company (Europe, Americas, Asia), including the movement of finished goods and major raw material monomers.<br /><br />* Insuring cost and service performance meet the commercial needs of the business.<br /><br />* Establishing short and long-term strategic improvements in the logistics chain to improve costs and customer performance and for establishing new capabilities.<br /><br />* Providing leadership to large logistics related projects.<br /><br />* Providing leadership in the negotiation of major logistics contracts.<br /><br />* Setting direction, establishing priorities, and providing coaching of the logistics team. <br /><br />* Building a strong global logistics organization.<br /><br />* Managing and developing global logistics personnel.<br /><br />* Managing outsourced logistics operations and logistics commercial activities globally.<br /><br />* Establishing and meeting the global logistics budget.</p> <br /> <p><strong>Qualification</strong><br /></p> <p>Successful candidates for this position have: <br /><br />* Supply Chain Management or Supply Chain Consulting (7 years) experience.<br /><br />* Warehouse Operations, Inventory Controls, and Process Improvement experience.<br /><br />* Transportation Carrier Operations & Process Improvement knowledge (all modes).<br /><br />* Private fleet operations/or 3PL transportation management and process improvement exp.<br /><br />* Development and management of KPI&rsquo;s that drive logistics operations effectiveness<br /><br />* Experience negotiating contracts, including 3PLs<br /><br />* Technical understanding of cost and service optimization of logistics operations.<br /><br />* International shipping (incoterms, freight forwarding, customs clearance)<br /><br />* Minimum of a Bachelors degree &ndash; Masters preferred in engineering, business, or supply chain.<br /></p><br /><br />Preferred Additional Skills:<br /><br />* Technical understanding of cost and service optimization of logistics operations<br /><br />* Professional Certifications (e.g. APICS, Six Sigma Certified, Lean Manufacturing)<br /><br />* Industry experience in which transportation is critical to success (e.g. Frito Lay, Pepsi, Coca Cola, Dell, FedEx, UPS as some examples)<br /><br />* Manufacturing operations knowledge<br /><br />* Prior operations experience in a 3PL organization<br /><br />* Knowledge of logistics systems and optimization tools (e.g. WMS, TMS, i2, Manugistics)<br /><br />* Experience with dry and liquid bulk chemical movements via road, rail, barge, etc  <br /><br /><br /><strong>Industry:</strong> Chemicals<br /><strong>Discipline:</strong> Supply Chain/Logistics<br /><strong>Experience:</strong> 5 - 7 Years<br /><strong>Compensation:</strong> $100K+<br /><strong>Company:</strong> Chemical and Polymer Manufacturer]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 15 Nov 2009 23:19:58 -0800</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[SAP FS Senior Managing Consultant GBS-0265765
	      , Manufacturing]]></title><link>http://houston.ipsojobs.com/job/sap-fs-senior-managing-consultant-gbs-0265765/22-215980</link><description><![CDATA[<strong>Job&nbsp;description</strong><br />This individual will serve as an SAP Financials Team Lead and configuration specialist, providing application functional support and implementation in SAP Applications R/3, within the module areas of FI-Finance (GL, SPL, FM, AP, AR), CO Controlling.<br /><br />The SAP Team Lead will be very knowledgeable with required SAP product module/suite business processes, navigation mechanics, and configuration requirements and integration with other modules and SAPs Business Intelligence.<br /><br />This individual will develop and maintain the configuration and functional design documents and support role based profile changes.  The individual is expected to perform all tasks in the development cycle, starting from business process definition, to configuration and unit testing, assistance and follow-up with user testing, to co-ordination of transports to Production, to training and post-live support and fixes, etc.<br /><br />This role assists clients in the selection, implementation, and production support of application packaged solutions. They use in-depth consulting skills, business knowledge, and packaged solution expertise to effectively integrate packaged technology into the clients business environment in order to achieve client expected business results.<br /><br />Join a Leader. Consult with us. IBM Global Business Services helps top-tier clients solve their most complex business and technical issues. As an SAP consultant, you will deliver innovative business consulting, business process design, systems integration, and application design and management to leading commercial and public sector organizations in 17 industries worldwide. With access to resources that only a global leader can provide, as a consultant you will learn valuable skills, gain access to a vast and diverse network of talented professionals, and enjoy unparalleled career, training, and educational opportunities. <br /><br /> As the majority of our work is performed at client sites with significant travel required, applicants must live near major metropolitan airports. To be an official applicant to IBM, you must submit a resume and online application. Resumes submitted remain active for six months.<br /><br /><br /><br />To ALL recruitment agencies: IBM only accepts resumes from agencies on our Approved Agency List. Please do not forward resumes to our applicant tracking system, IBM employees, or send to any IBM company location. IBM is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes 		 		   		    		 			&nbsp; 		 		 			<strong>Required</strong> 		 		 			<ul><li>Bachelors Degree 			 			</li><li>At least 5 years experience&nbsp;in&nbsp;SAP 			 			</li><li>At least 4 years experience&nbsp;in&nbsp;Team Leadership 			 			</li><li>At least 6 months experience&nbsp;in&nbsp;Project Management 			 			</li><li>At least 5 years experience&nbsp;in&nbsp;SAP FI 			 			</li><li>At least 1 year experience&nbsp;in&nbsp;SAP CO 			 			</li><li>At least 3 years experience&nbsp;in&nbsp;Banking or Insurance Experience 			 			</li><li>Readiness to travel up to 50%; travelling 3-4 days a week, home on weekends 			</li><li> English: Fluent</li></ul> 			<br /> 		 	  		  		 			&nbsp; 		 		 			<strong>Preferred</strong> 		 		 			<ul><li>Masters Degree 			</li></ul> 			<br /> 		     		 			<br /> 		 		 			<strong>Additional&nbsp;information</strong><br />As the majority of our work is performed at client sites with significant travel required, applicants must live near major metropolitan airports. To be an official applicant to IBM, you must submit a resume and online application. Resumes submitted remain active for six months. 		  		 			<br /> 		 		 			 IBM 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, disability, age, or veteran status. <br /><br /><br /><strong>Industry:</strong> Hardware<br /><strong>Discipline:</strong> Project/Process Mngmnt<br /><strong>Experience:</strong> 5 - 7 Years<br /><strong>Compensation:</strong> $100K+<br /><strong>Company:</strong> IBM]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 15 Nov 2009 23:18:53 -0800</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chief Clinical Officer - LWX1095
	      , Medical/Health]]></title><link>http://houston.ipsojobs.com/job/chief-clinical-officer-lwx1095/9-215970</link><description><![CDATA[Chief Clinical Officer needed for Houston area LTACH. Responsible to the CEO, the Chief Clinical Officer is generally responsible for nursing and selected ancillary services of this 100+ bed, free standing specialty hospital LTACH. Prior director level or higher experience in an acute care, acute rehab, or LTAC environment is required. Must have the ability to communicate effectively written and verbal with medical and administrative staff as well as patients and families, In an assertive, professional manner; self-motivated, self-directed with excellent organizational skills; ability to effectively handle multiple tasks simultaneously. Ability to organize and manage departments, and meetings. The successful candidate must be, at minimum, bachelors prepared. If candidates are not masters prepared, they must have a plan of action to obtain a masters degree. Must be an RN licensed or licensable in Texas. The salary goes to 115K, plus bonus, benefits and relocation.<br /><br /><br /><strong>Industry:</strong> Patient Care<br /><strong>Discipline:</strong> Healthcare Admin<br /><strong>Level:</strong> C-Level<br /><strong>Compensation:</strong> $100K - $115K+<br /><strong>Company:</strong> Physician Owned Practice]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 15 Nov 2009 23:18:49 -0800</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[VP - Supply Chain management
	      , Manufacturing]]></title><link>http://houston.ipsojobs.com/job/vp-supply-chain-management/22-215887</link><description><![CDATA[<p><strong>Only exceptionally qualified candidates may get a call back. </strong></p><br /><p>&nbsp;</p><br /><p><strong>Not looking for candidates that can do this job, we are looking for candidates that DID do this job. &nbsp;</strong></p><br /><p>&nbsp;</p><br /><p><strong>Senior level candidates from plastics manufacturing or resin supplier background will have priority consideration.</strong></p><br /><p>&nbsp;</p><br /><p>&nbsp;</p><br /><p>&nbsp;</p><br /><p><strong>The Vice President - Supply Chain management</strong> is responsible for the procurement and on time delivery of all raw materials, supplies, and other components required by the company. This position will direct the activities of the corporate supply chain and provide direction to the plant operations purchasing teams. This position is charged with ensuring that all product and material purchases meet defined quality standards. The Vice President must be a visionary&nbsp; leader and change agent who will drive the implementation of a procurement strategy to frame the company&rsquo;s practices, policies and priorities and continually refine our worldwide efficiency and reduce costs .The Vice President &shy;Supply Chain management must excel in the following key areas: development and application of procurement metrics; leadership; organizational development; cross-enterprise integration; resource management and development; and relationship management.</p><br /><p>&nbsp;</p><br /><p>&nbsp;</p><br /><p>&nbsp;</p><br /><p><strong>Duties and Responsibilities</strong></p><br /><p>&nbsp;</p><br /><p>&nbsp;</p><br /><p>&nbsp;</p><br /><p>The Vice President &ndash; Supply Chain Management will:</p><br /><p>&nbsp;</p><br /><p>&nbsp;</p><br /><p>&nbsp;</p><br /><ul><br /><br /><br /><li>Provide leadership in managing product and general procurement to meet plan cost reduction targets and sharing best practices with the operations   <br /><br /><ul><br /><br /><br /><li>Initiate working capital improvement through payment terms extensions, consolidation. advantageous terms, and raw materials replacement..   <br /><br /><ul><br /><br /><br /><li>Assess existing procurement systems/procedures/philosophies (including measurement methodology) for insight and opportunities for potential improvement; develop a thorough understanding of what the company buys, and from whom they buy.</li><br /><br /><br /></ul><br /></li><br /><br /><br /><li>Ensure all product/material purchases meet defined quality standards and monitor internal customer satisfaction with procurement services. </li><br /><br /><br /></ul><br /></li><br /><br /><br /><li>Anticipate key supplier problems that could affect supply. Maintain close working relationships with the supplier so that the company is always fully informed.   <br /><br /><ul><br /><br /><br /><li>In conjunction with the international managers, evaluate international procurement opportunities. </li><br /><br /><br /></ul><br /></li><br /><br /><br /></ul><br /><p>&nbsp;</p><br /><p>Develop and execute procurement strategies that take advantage of global strengths in areas of cost distribution and engineering.</p><br /><p>&nbsp;</p><br /><ul><br /><br /><br /><li>Increase customer leverage and buying power through supplier rationalization and create a more </li><br /><br /><br /></ul><br /><p>&nbsp;</p><br /><p>Competitive negotiating environment to obtain purchase cost savings.</p><br /><p>&nbsp;</p><br /><ul><br /><br /><br /><li>Review bid proposals from suppliers and enter into contracts within budgetary limitations. </li><br /><br /><br /><li>Manage and develop exempt and non-exempt staff members. </li><br /><br /><br /><li>Contract negotiation and management to obtain best price and delivery conditions. </li><br /><br /><br /><li>Develop and implement a process to monitor and validate supplier performance .. </li><br /><br /><br /><li>Work closely with engineering and production to support new product and new vendor development and reduce lead time while reducing costs. </li><br /><br /><br /><li>Work closely with sales teams around the world to deal with and cover unexpected sales and&nbsp; supply issues. Present opportunities where lower resin prices may help sales situations. </li><br /><br /><br /><li>Track all purchase orders to ensure that raw products are available to plants and are transported at the least cost.   <br /><br /><ul><br /><br /><br /><li>Start and continue weekly sales and operations planning and reporting meetings. </li><br /><br /><br /></ul><br /></li><br /><br /><br /><li>Seek new technologies and new cheaper resins which continue to allow us to produce quality products in all markets.</li><br /><br /><br /><li>Plan, forecast and communicate up and down the organization.</li><br /><br /><br /><li>Research markets to determine whether multiple or single supplier sourcing best meets the company needs.</li><br /><br /><br /></ul><br /><p>&nbsp;</p><br /><p>&nbsp;</p><br /><p>&nbsp;</p><br /><p><strong>Education and Experience</strong></p><br /><p>&nbsp;</p><br /><p>&nbsp;</p><br /><p>&nbsp;</p><br /><p>Requires a bachelor&rsquo;s degree and a master&rsquo;s degree in Business Administration, or other evidence of substantial business knowledge,&nbsp; Additional achievement such as the attainment of Certified Purchasing Management (CPM) is desirable.</p><br /><p>&nbsp;</p><br /><p>At least 5 years of progressive experience in managing functions and departments dealing with procurement and resin sourcing issues ( HDPE,LDPE, etc) is necessary to be successful in this job .. Direct experience with post-merger integration programs or corporate consolidations would be considered a plus. Knowledge of offshore sourcing and importing issues is required ..</p><br /><p>&nbsp;</p><br /><p><strong>Knowledge, Skills and Abilities</strong></p><br /><p>&nbsp;</p><br /><p><strong>Comprehensive knowledge of and experience with:</strong></p><br /><p>&nbsp;</p><br /><ul><br /><br /><br /><li>Business principles and techniques of administration, organization, and procurement management In both the domestic and international markets.. </li><br /><br /><br /><li>Experience with managing progressive procurement functions. The ideal candidate should have a track record of enhancing the procurement function as measured by reduced cost, improved delivery, and the implementation of successful sourcing strategies. </li><br /><br /><br /></ul><br /><p>&nbsp;</p><br /><p>&nbsp;</p><br /><p>&nbsp;</p><br /><p><strong>Proven Skills in:</strong></p><br /><p>&nbsp;</p><br /><p><strong>&nbsp;</strong></p><br /><p>&nbsp;</p><br /><ul><br /><br /><br /><li>Leadership and advocacy to improve the sourcing and procurement performance of the business.   <br /><br /><ul><br /><br /><br /><li>Analysis and problem solving skills. </li><br /><br /><br /><li>Building and maintaining relationships with constituents and internal staff. </li><br /><br /><br /></ul><br /></li><br /><br /><br /><li>Written and oral communications; can articulate information clearly and succinctly in a variety of communication settings and styles; ability to think on his/her feet; comfortable in informal meetings as well as more formal presentations.   <br /><br /><ul><br /><br /><br /><li>Maintaining and developing relationships with logistical and procurement support sources. </li><br /><br /><br /></ul><br /></li><br /><br /><br /><li>Negotiating with both internal and external groups; effectively settling differences with minimum disruption to relationships and the process. </li><br /><br /><br /></ul><br /><p>&nbsp;</p><br /><p>&nbsp;</p><br /><br /><br /><strong>Industry:</strong> Manufacturing / Plastics<br /><strong>Discipline:</strong> Supply Chain/Logistics<br /><strong>Experience:</strong> 8 - 10 Years<br /><strong>Level:</strong> VP<br /><strong>Compensation:</strong> $200K+<br /><strong>Company:</strong> Plastics Producer]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 15 Nov 2009 23:17:54 -0800</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[Regional Sales Representative
	      , Sales/Marketing]]></title><link>http://houston.ipsojobs.com/job/regional-sales-representative/12-215881</link><description><![CDATA[<p>The successful candidate for this position is a hands on top-rated aggressive direct sales professional, experience in generating new customers and managing existing relationships.&nbsp; He/she must have experience identifying customers and decision makers within the industrial/commercial markets.&nbsp; Candidates with experience in the HVAC, material handling, capital equipment or similar markets will be given top priority.</p><br /><p>&nbsp;</p><br /><p>Essential functions of the position:</p><br /><p>&nbsp;</p><br /><ul><br /><br /><br /><li>Develop      periodic business plans specific to the territory. </li><br /><br /><br /><li>Successfully      implement a solution based selling plan for industrial, warehousing,      manufacturing and commercial customers. </li><br /><br /><br /><li>Effectively      communicate with inside sales support team. </li><br /><br /><br /><li>Prioritize      daily appointments and tasks while effectively pursuing new business      opportunities. </li><br /><br /><br /><li>Provide      weekly reports on activity and performance. </li><br /><br /><br /><li>Defined      territory with some travel.</li><br /><br /><br /><li>Identify      and build relationships with existing and targeted National accounts in      the territory to determine opportunity for fan sales.</li><br /><br /><br /><li>Identify      and establish relationship with influencers including Architects,      Engineers, Energy Consultants, Utilities, Contractors, etc.</li><br /><br /><br /><li>Follow      up with all leads when they are qualified by the inside sales group.</li><br /><br /><br /><li>Identify      and target leads with the best opportunity for fans.</li><br /><br /><br /><li>&nbsp;Use sales process to maximize fan sales      based on opportunity.</li><br /><br /><br /><li>Perform      site visits and work with inside group to quote projects.</li><br /><br /><br /><li>Identify      and estimate all future fan sales with existing customers.</li><br /><br /><br /><li>Maintain      relationships with existing customers for future fan sales.</li><br /><br /><br /><li>Maintain      communication with the overlapping territory and existing sales force as      required.</li><br /><br /><br /><li>Use      roles to continue to familiarize the organization and industry with Big      Ass Fans and the associated benefits to building comfort.</li><br /><br /><br /><li>Network      and build relationships to procure sales which may not be attainable via      the traditional sales process.</li><br /><br /><br /><li>Build      industry credibility for Big Ass Fans by joining and participate in local      chapters of ASHRAE, USGBC, and other organizations for networking and      education purposes.</li><br /><br /><br /></ul><br /><p>&nbsp;</p><br /><p>Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:</p><br /><p>&nbsp;</p><br /><ul><br /><br /><br /><li><strong>BA or BS or equivalent experience.</strong></li><br /><br /><br /><li><strong>Experience successfully managing end-user sales.</strong></li><br /><br /><br /><li><strong>Demonstrated ability to successfully grow a sales      territory.</strong></li><br /><br /><br /><li><strong>Technical B2B sales experience.</strong></li><br /><br /><br /><li><strong>Familiarity with local territory.</strong></li><br /><br /><br /><li><strong>Formal sales training a plus.</strong></li><br /><br /><br /><li><strong>Experience coordinating multiple projects and      product installations with sub-contractors.</strong></li><br /><br /><br /><li><strong>Excellent presentation skills.</strong></li><br /><br /><br /><li><strong>Effectiveness in presenting yourself and the      company.</strong></li><br /><br /><br /><li><strong>Professional appearance and communication skills      a must.</strong></li><br /><br /><br /><li><strong>Self-motivated, driven, success oriented      individual.</strong></li><br /><br /><br /><li><strong>Strong organizational and time management skills.</strong></li><br /><br /><br /><li><strong>Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite of products.</strong></li><br /><br /><br /><li><strong>Experience utilizing CRM.</strong></li><br /><br /><br /><li><strong>Established network of contacts in territory.</strong></li><br /><br /><br /></ul><br /><p>&nbsp;</p><br /><p>&nbsp;</p><br /><p>&nbsp;</p><br /><p>&nbsp;</p><br /><p>&nbsp;</p><br /><p><em><strong>Big Ass Fans has a commitment to the principles of equal employment opportunity.&nbsp; In keeping with this commitment, we will continue recruitment, employment, compensation, promotion, terms, conditions and privileges of employment of qualified persons without regard to gender, race, age, sex, religion, ethnicity, national origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation or any other category protected by applicable federal, state or local law.&nbsp; Individuals shall be judged solely on their job-related aptitude, training skills and performance.</strong></em> &nbsp;</p><br /><br /><br /><strong>Industry:</strong> Business Services<br /><strong>Discipline:</strong> Direct Sales<br /><strong>Experience:</strong> 5 - 7 Years<br /><strong>Compensation:</strong> $100K+<br /><strong>Company:</strong> Big Ass Fans]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 15 Nov 2009 23:17:47 -0800</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[Outside Sales Representative
	      , Sales/Marketing]]></title><link>http://houston.ipsojobs.com/job/outside-sales-representative/12-215864</link><description><![CDATA[<p>Outside Sales Representative with an industry leader that has grown revenues to more than <strong>$700 Million and has experienced 20% growth for the past 4 years.</strong></p><br /><p>&nbsp;</p><br /><ul><br /><li>Recognized by U-Haul International, Graybar Electric, Solo Cup, and Home Fragrance Company as a preferred provider</li><br /><li>Company has over <strong>30 years of industry experience</strong> and $350 Million in purchase power</li><br /><li><strong>Average reps earn $140K, Top reps earn $300K+!</strong></li><br /><li>Company offers extremely competitive benefits, 401k, health insurance, dental, vision, and paid vacation</li><br /></ul><br /><p>&nbsp;</p><br /><p>Compensation <strong>$100,000 - $125,000</strong> with uncapped commissions.</p><br /><p>&nbsp;</p><br /><p><strong>Requirements</strong></p><br /><p>&nbsp;</p><br /><ul><br /><li>Proven and documented track record of success in sales (Top 20% of Sales Force)</li><br /><li>Minimum of 5-10 years of outside sales B2B experience</li><br /><li>Experience in Packaging Industry Preferred</li><br /><li>Must have a BA/BS</li><br /></ul><br /><br /><br /><strong>Industry:</strong> Business Services<br /><strong>Discipline:</strong> Direct Sales<br /><strong>Experience:</strong> 8 - 10 Years<br /><strong>Compensation:</strong> $100K - $125K<br /><strong>Company:</strong> Business Services Company]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 15 Nov 2009 23:17:30 -0800</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[Storage Partner Account Mgr - 704787
	      , Sales/Marketing]]></title><link>http://houston.ipsojobs.com/job/storage-partner-account-mgr-704787/12-215790</link><description><![CDATA[Partner Account Manager &ndash; Data Protection Manager  <br />Incubation Business - North America. This role will cover the central US region and can be based out of any major city in the central region, such as Houston, Dallas, Minneapolis, Chicago, St. Louis.<br />The DPM team is currently recruiting a Partner Account Manager for the Central Region territory, this person should have a passion for working with key partners, recruiting, developing, managing, and impacting sales in the territory. You will be responsible for building the success of Microsoft&rsquo;s Data Protection Manager Products with our go to partners as well as fulfillment channel.<br />As a member of the DPM team you will be responsible for developing and managing a group of committed SI partners focusing on Data Protection Manager, providing extended sales and marketing coverage to assist in driving incremental revenue for Data Protection Manager. This person will also work with key Large Account Resellers (LARs) and Distribution partners, helping with sales planning, execution and ensuring technical and sales readiness of all managed partners. Additional responsibilities will be focused on developing and executing demand generation activities with the partners and or Microsoft Customer Segments working in conjunction with Business Marketing Organization (BMO), Busing Groups, local segment Marketing resources partner group and Storage Technical Specialists.<br />This candidate will be responsible for providing accurate forecasts (+/-5%) for the DPM business by managing a sales pipeline and working with internal teams and partners around the DPM business. Further, this candidate will also provide key insights that will be shared with the BG and PG around marketing trends, competition, wins, etc.   <br />Ability to effectively present to a wide range and size of audiences from IT technicians to CIO level is a must. A solid understanding of the backup and recovery market is top consideration for an ideal candidate. The candidate should also be able to establish executive and field based relationships with Partners as well as Internal to Microsoft as well in order to drive an influence the adoption of DPM.<br />The candidate should have a proven track record in managing business partnerships with Channel Partners and/or Solutions Integrators along with a minimum of 6 - 10 years working experience in IT solution marketing and business development.   Good sales and pipeline management skills are a must as well as proven ability to multitask and deal with ambiguity. This position will require travel of 40%-50%<br /><br /><br /><strong>Industry:</strong> Software<br /><strong>Discipline:</strong> Direct Sales<br /><strong>Experience:</strong> 8 - 10 Years<br /><strong>Level:</strong> Manager<br /><strong>Compensation:</strong> $100K+<br /><strong>Company:</strong> Microsoft Corporation]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 15 Nov 2009 23:14:52 -0800</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[Project Director - Power 145C
	      , Manufacturing]]></title><link>http://houston.ipsojobs.com/job/project-director-power-145c/22-215701</link><description><![CDATA[<p>Provides engineering, construction and maintenance services<br />This position requires LSTK Power Plant experience in large capital projects, international and domestic.&nbsp; Manage EPCM for private cogeneration, independent power plants, gas turbine plants, coal fired and alternate fuel plants.&nbsp; Candidate should have 15 to 25 years experience. BS Engineering degree required; PE preferred.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;Employed or unemployed, looking for that perfect career opportunity can take up most of your time.&nbsp; Hunt, Patton & Brazeal can be your marketing agent.&nbsp; We regularly conduct searches for a variety of professionals, engineers, management and executives for our clients.&nbsp; We can leverage our extensive industry knowledge, network and relationships to your advantage. This program is customized to your individual needs and situation, providing one on one consultation with one of our staff professionals. <br /><br /></p><br /><br /><br /><strong>Industry:</strong> Engineering Services<br /><strong>Discipline:</strong> Project/Process Mngmnt<br /><strong>Level:</strong> Director<br /><strong>Compensation:</strong> $180K+<br /><strong>Company:</strong> Engineering Services Company]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 15 Nov 2009 23:13:36 -0800</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[ITVO  /  T&V Aerospace Engineer, Senior - 01082485
	      , Computers/Internet]]></title><link>http://houston.ipsojobs.com/job/itvo-t-v-aerospace-engineer-senior-01082485/3-215682</link><description><![CDATA[DescriptionKey Role:<br /> Provide aerospace systems engineering support to NASAs Constellation Program at the NASA/Johnson Space Center (JSC). Support the System Integration Planning effort by developing, describing, and communicating a process and plan for Test and Verification Objectives/Reports (TVRs) development. Negotiate and communicate with the System Integration Groups (SIGs) and other technical integration teams and CxP projects. Develop processes for the program and acquire buy in via various working groups and panels. Develop plans for the program TVR development and track and report progress.&nbsp; Provide guidance to the individual teams on TVR development and plan and conduct TVR workshops.QualificationsBasic Qualifications:&nbsp; -7+ years of experience&nbsp;with aerospace or systems engineering -Experience&nbsp;with Integrated Test, Verification, and Evaluation -Experience in working with multiple levels of management and engineering disciplines in formulating positions for the advancement of mutual program and project benefit -Ability to obtain a security clearance -BA or BS degree &nbsp; Additional Qualifications:&nbsp; -Experience with the constellation program database tools, including Cradle and CAIT -Ability to identify, establish, and prioritize work assignments -Ability to pay strict attention to detail and&nbsp;plan and execute according to schedule &nbsp; Clearance: Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. &nbsp; Integrating the full range of consulting capabilities, Booz Allen is the one firm that helps clients solve their toughest problems, working by their side to help them achieve their missions. Booz Allen is committed to delivering results that endure. &nbsp; We are proud of our diverse environment, EOE, M/F/D/V.<br /><br /><br /><strong>Industry:</strong> Consulting<br /><strong>Discipline:</strong> Networks & Systems<br /><strong>Experience:</strong> 11 - 15 Years<br /><strong>Compensation:</strong> $100K+<br /><strong>Company:</strong> Booz Allen]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 15 Nov 2009 23:12:58 -0800</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hospital Key Account Manager
	      , Sales/Marketing]]></title><link>http://houston.ipsojobs.com/job/hospital-key-account-manager/12-215654</link><description><![CDATA[<p>Our client seeks hospital key account manager candidates for a new acute critical care sales team selling an injectable product. Call on surgeons, interventional cardiologists, pharmacy, and related decision makers involved with protocols, formulary and contracting. This is a ground floor opportunity with an established, century-old, international organization.</p><br /><p>&nbsp;</p><br /><p>Qualified candidates must have at least 7 years bio-pharmaceutical sales experience, of which at least 3 years includes acute critical care hospital product experience. A consistent, top-ranked, documented sales performance record is a must. A BA/BS and a good driving record are required.</p><br /><p>&nbsp;</p><br /><p>The excellent compensation plan includes salary, bonus, company car, medical, 401K, vacation.</p><br /><br /><br /><strong>Industry:</strong> Biotech/Pharma<br /><strong>Discipline:</strong> Direct Sales<br /><strong>Experience:</strong> 8 - 10 Years<br /><strong>Compensation:</strong> $150K - $200K+<br /><strong>Company:</strong> Expanding Bio-Pharmaceutical Company]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 15 Nov 2009 23:11:43 -0800</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sales Account Executive
	      , Sales/Marketing]]></title><link>http://houston.ipsojobs.com/job/sales-account-executive/12-215623</link><description><![CDATA[<p><strong>JOB PROFILE:</strong></p><br /><p>The individual located in Texas will be required to take an active role in the sales strategy of the Company in order to drive direct sales focusing on the mid states. The selected candidate will inherit several reference able accounts ripe to be up sold a robust pipeline of new opportunities, and a market full of documented pain.&nbsp;</p><br /><p>&nbsp;</p><br /><p>MUST HAVE: &nbsp;experience with Direct Sales of Enterprise Security Software, SSL VPN and File Transfer products</p><br /><p><strong>&nbsp;</strong></p><br /><p><strong>RESPONSIBILITIES & DELIVERABLES:</strong></p><br /><ul><br /><li>Direct selling to the Fortune 2000</li><br /><li>Account management of existing customers.</li><br /><li>Preparation of sales proposals to prospects and existing customers including coordination with our clients&rsquo; staff on technical feasibility and implementation.</li><br /><li>Preparation of business forecasts,&nbsp; sales plans and quarterly performance reports for submission to management.</li><br /><li>Attendance at company seminars and public exhibitions.</li><br /><li>Close working relationships with Sales Engineers and eventually sales teams.</li><br /></ul><br /><p>&nbsp;</p><br /><p><strong>PREFERRED PROFILE:</strong></p><br /><ul><br /><li>A technically sophisticated, creative closer and sales manager with experience selling big ticket, technical software and services, preferably in the area of Enterprise Software Sales. </li><br /><li>Successful and consistent sales record is essential.</li><br /><li>An extensive, established contact base in the Fortune 2000.</li><br /><li>Acted as the point person on relationships with early stage prospects as well as strategic partners.</li><br /><li>Demonstrated highly effective communication and relationship skills at the CXO level. </li><br /></ul><br /><p><strong>QUALIFICATIONS:</strong></p><br /><ul><br /><li>Proven sales success/skills essential.</li><br /><li>Experience selling to technical audience.</li><br /><li>Retail, Financial services, Automotive, Insurance, MFG expertise is highly desired.</li><br /><li>Good knowledge of enterprise infrastructure world.</li><br /><li>Experience with Direct Sales of Enterprise Security Software, SSL VPN and File Transfer products.</li><br /><li>Proven business development skills ideal.</li><br /><li>Minimum Bachelors degree. Advanced degree preferable. </li><br /></ul><br /><p>&nbsp;</p><br /><p>PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES/TRACK RECORD</p><br /><ul><br /><li><strong>Player-Coach:</strong> Team player & leader.</li><br /><li><strong>Achiever:</strong> Consistently attained/exceeded multi-million individual and team quotas.</li><br /><li><strong>Articulate:</strong> Able to evangelize and concisely deliver the pitch and the value proposition. </li><br /><li><strong>Work Ethic:</strong> Willing to put in the hours and roll-up the sleeves.</li><br /><li><strong>Competitor: </strong>Plays to win.</li><br /><li><strong>Passionate:</strong> Enthusiastic and high-energy in approach.</li><br /><li><strong>High Integrity:</strong> Earn the respect and trust of customers and peers.</li><br /><li><strong>Entrepreneurial:</strong> Resourceful, Figure-it-out-and-get-it-done mentality. </li><br /><li><strong>Communicator and Team Player:</strong> Excellent listener; proven collaborator with superiors, peers and staff.</li><br /><li><strong>Understands Software Development:</strong> Walk the Walk in the Software Industry; Lead Technical Sale of complex solutions and services to technical buyers. </li><br /><li><strong>10+ years</strong> of Industry Experience.</li><br /><li><strong>Rolodex:</strong> Prefer Established Account Relationships and preexisting credibility in the Fortune 2000.</li><br /><li><strong>Marquee Player:</strong> Significant Enterprise Infrastructure Software Experience. </li><br /></ul><br /><br /><br /><strong>Industry:</strong> Software<br /><strong>Discipline:</strong> Direct Sales<br /><strong>Experience:</strong> 5 - 7 Years<br /><strong>Compensation:</strong> $100K+<br /><strong>Company:</strong> Business Services Company]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 15 Nov 2009 23:10:14 -0800</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[Marketplace Vice President
	      , Sales/Marketing]]></title><link>http://houston.ipsojobs.com/job/marketplace-vice-president/12-215622</link><description><![CDATA[<p>Our client is a Fortune 500 company, worth over $14 billion in assets, and one if the largest direct manufacturers of Office Automation equipment both hardware, and software in the world.&nbsp; Our client manufacturers and sells Copiers/Printers/Fax machines, managed print services, facilities management, and software based solutions directly to large, and small businesses throughout the world.</p><br /><p>&nbsp;</p><br /><p><strong>Marketplace Vice President, Houston, TX</strong></p><br /><p>Compensation ($100-125k base plus commission--$250k at plan)</p><br /><p>$1,000 per month expense allowance.</p><br /><p>Cell phone/laptop, and full benefits included.</p><br /><p>&nbsp;</p><br /><p><strong>Job Summary:</strong></p>&nbsp; Works with the&nbsp;Sales Directors and Regional Presidents to&nbsp;develop selling strategies and tactics as part of the sales leadership team and cascades throughout assigned area of responsibility<br /><p>&nbsp;Communicates corporate vision, objectives and policies/procedures to&nbsp; meet business objectives</p><br /><p>&nbsp;Defines accountabilities and empowers staff to meet or exceed established sales goals</p><br /><p>&nbsp; Interfaces with key customers to maintain and grow&nbsp;client&rsquo;s &nbsp;business, as well as ensure customer satisfaction<strong></strong></p><br /><p>&nbsp; Provides feedback to senior sales management regarding success of established sales plan, as well as to identify areas for potential growth</p><br /><p>&nbsp;</p><br /><p>**Please do not apply unless you have prior VP/Director, or Management experience within the Office Automation/Digital Imaging/Copier Sales Industry.&nbsp; All other applicants without this experience will not be considered***</p><br /><p>&nbsp;</p><br /><p>&nbsp;</p><br /><br /><br /><strong>Industry:</strong> Imaging & Photography<br /><strong>Discipline:</strong> Sales Mngmnt & Ops<br /><strong>Experience:</strong> 11 - 15 Years<br /><strong>Level:</strong> VP<br /><strong>Compensation:</strong> $250K<br /><strong>Company:</strong> Imaging technology / office automation]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 15 Nov 2009 23:10:14 -0800</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sales Executive - Commercial Property Information
	      , Sales/Marketing]]></title><link>http://houston.ipsojobs.com/job/sales-executive-commercial-property-information/12-215564</link><description><![CDATA[<p><strong>Are you a&nbsp;&quot;SUPERSTAR&quot; Outside Sales Professional  Are you looking for UNCAPPED EARNING POTENTIAL, a COMPETITIVE BASE SALARY, MONTHLY COMMISSION&nbsp;and FULL BENEFITS  If so then consider jump starting your sales career with CoStar.</strong></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>As a CoStar Account Executive, you will be directly responsible for maintaining and growing a book of business in an assigned territory.&nbsp;You will play key public speaking role via participation in presentations to key prospects/client and actively participating in commercial real estate events/conferences.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Essential Functions:</strong></p><ul><li>New sales into Commercial Real Estate industry and all related verticals.</li><li>Up-sells of new and complimentary products into existing customer base.</li><li>Retention of existing account base through extensive product training and client interaction.</li><li>New and renewal contract negotiations with key decision makers.</li><li>Management of sales pipeline and monthly sales forecast as well as activity tracking within CoStars proprietary CRM application.&nbsp;</li></ul><p><strong>Other Job Functions:</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Activity</strong>: Consistent activity level of at least&nbsp;3-5 face-to-face meetings per day that include product demonstrations and trainings, as well as client visits and other assorted client contact.</li><li><strong>Net Sales:</strong> Demonstrate the ability to sell results through market penetration and up sells.</li><li><strong>Training:</strong> Utilizes time effectively meeting with all users in each clients office to show them the benefits of and techniques to obtain the most from CoStars products.</li><li><strong>Project Management:</strong> Effectively organizes, prioritizes and manages multiple projects.</li><li><strong>Communication:</strong> Utilizes effective verbal and written communication.</li><li><strong>Client service:</strong> Anticipates the needs customers and offers solutions by demonstrating extra effort and maintaining a healthy attitude toward meeting customer needs.</li><li><strong>Judgment:</strong> Draws on core values, knowledge, and personal experience to make wise choices.</li><li><strong>Confidence:</strong> Ability to present and substantiate ideas that may not agree with the opinion of others.</li><li><strong>Self-Renewal:</strong> Commitment to intellectual growth in ways beneficial to self, peers and the company.</li><li><strong>Balance:</strong> Strive to balance family, work and personal responsibilities.</li></ul><p><strong>Travel:</strong></p><ul><li>Two to four weeks during initial training to our White Marsh, MD facility.</li><li>Other intermittent travel to the East Coast throughout the year. (Sales Conference, on-going training, etc.)</li><li>Extensive commute to/from territory is possible.</li></ul><p>&nbsp;</p><ul><li>Bachelors degree&nbsp;highly desired</li><li>Commercial Real Estate Brokers License preferred</li><li>Minimum of three years of top-performing sales results in commercial real estate, software or related service-intensive field.</li><li>Significant experience developing client relationships through consultative sales efforts and training of company specific products.</li><li>Demonstrated ability to develop and manage sales effort as relates to building and managing a pipeline of potential revenue.</li><li>Developed and implemented initiatives required to achieve specified results in high growth environment.</li><li>Demonstrated track record of proving service to and/or training client base.</li><li>Extremely high skill and functional knowledge of Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook and Internet Explorer.</li></ul><p><strong>Benefits:</strong></p><ul><li>Extensive paid 9 week sales training program.</li><li>Comprehensive medical, dental, prescription and vision benefits with a choice of two plans.</li><li>Company-paid life insurance for one times your annual base salary to a maximum of $300,000 per year.</li><li>Company-paid long-term and short-term disability benefits.</li><li>12 days accrued paid vacation 1st year; 5 days sick leave per year, and 2 personal days.</li><li>A 401(k) plan with eligibility the first of the quarter following 6 months of employment. The Company will match 50% of the deferred amount up to 6% of employees gross compensation with a 5-year vesting schedule.</li></ul><p><em><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p></em></p><br /><br /><br /><strong>Industry:</strong> Real Estate<br /><strong>Discipline:</strong> Direct Sales<br /><strong>Compensation:</strong> $100K<br /><strong>Company:</strong> CoStar Group]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 15 Nov 2009 23:08:04 -0800</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[Manager - Business Development, Global Business Travel
	      , Sales/Marketing]]></title><link>http://houston.ipsojobs.com/job/manager-business-development-global-business-travel/12-215524</link><description><![CDATA[<p><em>Resumes must be submitted online to be considered.&nbsp;Go to </em><em>www.americanexpress.com/careers</em><em> and in the US job search section enter&nbsp;117865 in the keyword search (leave all other fields blank).</em></p><br /><p>&nbsp;</p><br /><p>Outside sales - the role of a Hunter.<br /><br />American Express Business Travel is dedicated to helping its clients realize the greatest possible value from their investment in travel through increased cost savings, outstanding customer service and greater spend control. For small businesses, medium-sized enterprises and multinational corporations, American Express Business Travel provides a combination of industry-leading booking technology, travel management consulting expertise, strategic sourcing and supplier negotiation support and customer service available around the world, around the clock, online and offline. <br /><br />If you have previous experience in sales / new business development and seek the opportunity to create new business within a regional territory, build influential relationships with new prospects , and develop a web of influence at senior levels, all while achieving true work/life balance, invest in your career with American Express Business Travel! With over 150 years of innovation behind us, our future could not look more promising. We&rsquo;re moving faster than ever and introducing new products, services, and strategies to bring greater value to our business customers. Their success expands our success, so we put heart and soul into helping them achieve results that exceed all expectations. As the world&rsquo;s largest travel management company, we are continuing to build alliances with key travel leaders and suppliers throughout the world, strengthening our position as a quality provider to companies of all sizes. Shouldn&rsquo;t you be part of our distinguished team <br /><br />The Manager of Business Development (MBD) will be responsible for the generation of new sales in the Middle Market Direct West Segment which focuses on accounts in the $200K - $3M range in air volume. This is an individual contributor role. The candidate must have knowledge in technology solutions, a strong industry reputation, knowledge of the specific client base and the ability to sell client specific based solutions. Responsible for providing integrated solutions both online and offline to help corporations manage and optimize their travel spend/investment. This is accomplished through process and purchase savings. Responsible for building and maintaining relationships with key internal stakeholders along with building and developing senior level client contacts to work and contribute in a team approach.</p><br /><p>&nbsp;</p><br /><p><strong>&nbsp;</strong></p><br /><p><strong>Qualifications:</strong></p><br /><p>&bull;Minimum of 3 years successful B2B sales experience required<br />&bull;Strong track record in B2B sales required<br />&bull;Articulate, inspiring and confident via phone; extensive experience cold calling & prospecting via the telephone is required<br />&bull;Strong written and verbal communication skills<br />&bull;Self starter and able to succeed in a virtual working environment<br />&bull;Strong prospecting skills required<br />&bull;Financial acumen and previous experience working with financial statements required<br />&bull;Ability to drive results<br />&bull;Excellent project and time management skills<br />&bull;Ability to interface at senior levels of the company, including in-person presentations and strong closing experience with C-level contacts required<br />&bull;Negotiation skills required<br />&bull;Presentation skills (PowerPoint and Webex) required<br />&bull;Experience working in a virtual office a plus<br />&bull;This position will support Houston. The candidate must reside in the territory to be considered.</p><br /><br /><br /><strong>Industry:</strong> Financial Services<br /><strong>Discipline:</strong> Bus Dev<br /><strong>Compensation:</strong> $100K<br /><strong>Company:</strong> American Express]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 15 Nov 2009 23:06:31 -0800</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[Vice President, Business Development - Power  145D
	      , Sales/Marketing]]></title><link>http://houston.ipsojobs.com/job/vice-president-business-development-power-145d/12-215443</link><description><![CDATA[<p>Company Description &ndash; provides engineering, construction and maintenance services<br />This position will develop and maintain long-term business relationships for design-build LSTK power plant projects, domestic gas plants, coal fired, utility and gas turbine driven plants.&nbsp; Cogeneration and alternative fuel plant experience also required.&nbsp; Candidate should have 10 to 20 years&rsquo; proven following and track record and proven reputation in generating and closing projects.&nbsp; EPCM sales experience required, domestic and international. BS Engineering degree is preferred.<br /></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Employed or unemployed, looking for that perfect career opportunity can take up most of your time.&nbsp; Hunt, Patton & Brazeal can be your marketing agent.&nbsp; We regularly conduct searches for a variety of professionals, engineers, management and executives for our clients.&nbsp; We can leverage our extensive industry knowledge, network and relationships to your advantage. This program is customized to your individual needs and situation, providing one on one consultation with one of our staff professionals. <br />&nbsp;</p><br /><br /><br /><strong>Industry:</strong> Engineering Services<br /><strong>Discipline:</strong> Bus Dev<br /><strong>Experience:</strong> 11 - 15 Years<br /><strong>Level:</strong> VP<br /><strong>Compensation:</strong> $220K+<br /><strong>Company:</strong> Engineering Services Company]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 15 Nov 2009 23:03:41 -0800</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[Associate District Sales Manager
	      , Sales/Marketing]]></title><link>http://houston.ipsojobs.com/job/associate-district-sales-manager/12-215433</link><description><![CDATA[<p>Automatic Data Processing, Inc. (Nasdaq: ADP), with nearly $9 billion in revenues and over 585,000 clients, is one of the world&rsquo;s largest providers of business outsourcing solutions.&nbsp; Leveraging nearly 60 years of experience, ADP offers a wide range of HR, payroll, tax and benefits administration solutions from a single source.&nbsp; ADP&rsquo;s easy-to-use, cost-effective solutions for employers provide superior value to companies of all types and sizes.&nbsp; ADP is also a leading provider of integrated computing solutions to auto, truck, motorcycle, marine and recreational vehicle dealers throughout the world.&nbsp;</p><br /><p><br /><br />&nbsp;<br />ADP&rsquo;s vision has always been about helping our clients succeed with efficient outsourcing solutions. Our knowledge of best practices frees organizations to focus on their core business and provides solutions that help them grow and adapt.&nbsp;</p><br /><p>We have an exciting opportunity for an Associate District Sales Manager (ADSM).&nbsp; In this role, you will be immersed in a formal training and development program designed to provide the foundation, experience, and skills necessary for promotion to a District Sales Manager (DSM).&nbsp;&nbsp; Through your training, you will be responsible for driving client base sales and interfacing with key ADP stakeholders in contract administration, implementation and client services to ensure the achievement of the region&rsquo;s revenue, profit and retention goals. Upon promotion to the DSM role, you will have the opportunity to showcase your relationship skills by managing a territory of named National Accounts selling our full suite of solutions including HR/Payroll, Benefits, Time and Labor Management, Tax and Finance Solutions, Pre-employment Services and Retirement Services.&nbsp; <br />&nbsp; <br />This is a very unique career opportunity that not only offers significant earnings opportunities but maximum exposure for career advancement with a World Class organization.</p><br /><p>At ADP, we believe Outstanding Associates are the key to our success.&nbsp; We will support your personal training and development in an informal, fast-paced, non-bureaucratic environment that is sensitive to work-family and flexible-schedule issues.&nbsp; The National Accounts Associate District Sales Manager compensation package includes a base salary, training subsidy and commission schedule as well as a car allowance and much more.&nbsp; We offer an attractive benefit program for our associates and their families which include paid time off, health benefits, and financial plans that include an employee stock purchase, 401K match, and pension.&nbsp;</p><br /><p>The ideal candidate will have:</p><br /><p>&bull;&nbsp;Proven success in B2B sales consistently achieving or exceeding assigned sales quota&ndash; outsourcing sales preferred<br />&bull;&nbsp;Proven proficiency in &ldquo;account plan&rdquo; development and implementation of related sales strategies required<br />&bull;&nbsp;Proven ability to canvass, qualify, analyze needs, present/demo, and close major account prospects<br />&bull;&nbsp;Excellent work ethic, motivation and leadership skills<br />&bull;&nbsp;Bachelor&rsquo;s Degree</p><br /><br /><br /><strong>Industry:</strong> Business Services<br /><strong>Discipline:</strong> Bus Dev<br /><strong>Experience:</strong> 5 - 7 Years<br /><strong>Compensation:</strong> $130K - $140K<br /><strong>Company:</strong> ADP]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 15 Nov 2009 23:03:32 -0800</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[Waste Water Estimator
	      , Construction]]></title><link>http://houston.ipsojobs.com/job/waste-water-estimator/5-215421</link><description><![CDATA[<p>Waste Water estimator required in Dallas and Houston areas</p><br /><p>You will report directly to the Chief   Civil estimator and assist in the preparation of MEP estimates. This is an   exciting, challenging role for which only the best builders are considered.</p><br /><p><strong>Expectations</strong>:</p><br /><p>&bull;   Knowledge of Microsoft programs, including Word, Excel, Outlook. <br /> &bull; Ability to use, or learn to use, ICE, Wendes estimating programs. <br /> &bull; Good organizational skills. <br /> &bull; Good communication skills. <br /> &bull; 7+ years of progressive experience in estimating for a large scale general   contractor. <br /> &bull; Self-perform experience is strongly desired. <br /> &bull; In-depth knowledge of intricate commercial construction   principles/practices required. <br /> &bull; Knowledge of mechanics of Water/ Waste Water plants. <br /> &bull; Knowledge of negotiated bids, hard bids and GMP processes. <br /> &bull; Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Construction Management or Engineering preferred</p><br /><p>&nbsp;</p><br /><p>Experience and Responsibilities: <br /> &bull; Good conceptual estimating capabilities <br /> &bull; Strong knowledge and relationships with the subcontracting community. <br /> &bull; Experience and knowledge of the manufacturing community. <br /> &bull; Perform quantity take-off and pricing of mechanical estimates. <br /> &bull; Assist with final assembly of estimate for presentation to Owner. <br /> &bull; Subcontractor solicitation during bidding process. <br /> &bull; Aid field operations with change order pricing. <br /> &bull; Review of the project documents for value analysis suggestions. <br /> &bull; Preparation and pricing of value analysis suggestions. <br /> &bull; Coordinate mechanical scope of work with architectural, structural and electrical estimators. <br /> &bull; Prepare budget comparisons between current and previous estimates.</p><br /><br /><br /><strong>Industry:</strong> Construction<br /><strong>Discipline:</strong> Construction & Civil Engin.<br /><strong>Experience:</strong> 8 - 10 Years<br /><strong>Compensation:</strong> $100K<br /><strong>Company:</strong> Bradsby Group]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 15 Nov 2009 23:03:16 -0800</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[Regional Channel Account Manager
	      , Sales/Marketing]]></title><link>http://houston.ipsojobs.com/job/regional-channel-account-manager/12-215129</link><description><![CDATA[<p><strong>REGIONAL CHANNEL ACCOUNT MANAGER-Houston, Texas</strong></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Our Client designs, builds and manages communications networks for more than 1 million businesses worldwide, including 90 percent of the FORTUNE 500&reg;. Focused on businesses large to small, Our Client is a world leader in secure and reliable Internet Protocol (IP) telephony systems and communications software applications and services.</p><br /><p>Driving the convergence of voice and data communications with business applications &ndash; and distinguished by comprehensive worldwide services &ndash; They help customers leverage existing and new networks to achieve superior business results</p><br /><p>We are seeking a very strong,&nbsp; proven Channels Sales Person to run a $20M revenue responsibility.</p><br /><p>***<strong>MUST HAVE A STRONG CONSULTATIVE SOLUTIONS&nbsp;&nbsp; CHANNEL SALES MANAGEMENT TRACK RECORD***</strong></p><br /><p>*Must have a &quot;TAKE NO PRISIONERS&quot; mentality</p><br /><p>*Must have a proven track record in successfully&nbsp; selling Networking Solutions into:</p><br /><p>Resellers, Service Providers and Systems&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</p><br /><p>Integrators in the Houston, Texas Marketplace</p><br /><p><strong>MBA preferable</strong></p><br /><p>*Must have managed $15-25Million in Revenue</p><br /><p>Our Client offers a competitive Base and Incentive compensation along with a comprehensive benefit package</p><br /><br /><br /><strong>Industry:</strong> Networks<br /><strong>Discipline:</strong> Channel Sales<br /><strong>Experience:</strong> 8 - 10 Years<br /><strong>Level:</strong> Manager<br /><strong>Compensation:</strong> $150K - $160K<br /><strong>Company:</strong> Networking Company]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 12 Nov 2009 23:09:20 -0800</pubDate></item>

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