Technical Solutions Executive, Automotive

Job Requisition ID #24WD77291Position OverviewPartner with Named Account Sales Executives to grow our Automotive business. You will translate customer business issues into technical solutions through application of experience, in-depth knowledge, practical skills, and vision of Automotive industry. Engagements will require important skills such as vision to plan an account strategy, industry experience, sales process knowledge, understanding of Autodesk tools and how customers will receive value.This is a remote role aligned to your account assignments, but you will need to travel to Customer sites and Autodesk sponsored events. You will report to your Technical Sales Manager.ResponsibilitiesCustomer PlanningIn partnership with sales executives, develop all technical aspects of the account plan and support execution on the agreed upon strategies for closing business for a specific set of accountsLead whitespace plan development to uncover new opportunities within current account set. Engage with sales and customer success teams for execution.Engage and contribute to the account planning processCustomer ClosureAlign with customer decision makers to secure technical closure of the proposed solutionsDevelop and deliver proposals and demonstrations which relate to customer's business issuesUnderstand, position, and sell Autodesk's unique value in sales situationsCapture metrics for quantifying and justifying the customer's return on investment to support impact on customer's goals and outcomesEvaluate customer's business initiatives and deliver knowledge on how Autodesk offerings can align to those business initiativesBe the primary technology expert, in the account teams you work with, who brings leadership to customer planning and the customer engagement process. Build the technical business case for Autodesk solutions through discovery and solution fit using discovery workshops and solution building with the customer. Position Autodesk technology as an enabler for driving the outcomes that solve their business issuesProvide guidance in the formulation of requirements definitions, scope documents, user needs studies, process assessments and project assessments for sales opportunities. Use Autodesk software and services together with other resources to develop solutions that satisfy technical, fiscal and schedule constraints within the customer's businessPresent discovery findings and solutions to our customersManage technical relationship management that:Collaborate with internal subject matter experts to provide the right knowledge to the customer during sales engagementsFind and develop advocates within the account to influence the success of Autodesk's solutionsDemonstrate expertise to the customer to differentiate Autodesk through our vision to become a partner of theirsCollaborate with our Customer Success teams to ensure customer satisfaction and adoptionDeliver compelling presentations and messaging that achieve results from the executive-level downCommunicate Autodesk's competitive positioning with customersUnderstand and lead awareness of customer's successes for realization of future valueStay up to date with industry and global trends, and develop new ideas to achieve revenue growthInfluence product development and product direction through customer feedback and identified business opportunitiesMinimum QualificationsBachelor/Masters in Mechanical Engineering, or Automotive Design or Automotive Manufacturing and Assembly, Systems or Electrical Engineering7-10+ years of relevant experienceManage workload independently and balance prioritiesRequirement: travel up to 30-50% (air and car travel) to customers and Autodesk sponsored eventsLearn MoreAbout AutodeskWelcome to Autodesk! Amazing things are created every day with our software – from the greenest buildings and cleanest cars to the smartest factories and biggest hit movies. We help innovators turn their ideas into reality, transforming not only how things are made, but what can be made.We take great pride in our culture here at Autodesk – our Culture Code is at the core of everything we do. Our values and ways of working help our people thrive and realize their potential, which leads to even better outcomes for our customers.When you’re an Autodesker, you can be your whole, authentic self and do meaningful work that helps build a better future for all. Ready to shape the world and your future? Join us!BenefitsFrom health and financial benefits to time away and everyday wellness, we give Autodeskers the best, so they can do their best work. Learn more about our benefits in the U.S. by visiting Salary transparencySalary is one part of Autodesk’s competitive compensation package. For U.S.-based sales roles, we expect a starting On-Target Earnings (OTE) between $152,400 and $220,550. OTE is comprised of base salary plus commission target for sales roles. Offers are based on the candidate’s experience and geographic location and may exceed this range. In addition to base salaries and/or OTE for sales roles, we also have a significant emphasis on annual cash bonuses, stock grants, and a comprehensive benefits package.Sales CareersWorking in sales at Autodesk allows you to build meaningful relationships with customers while growing your career. Join us and help make a better, more sustainable world. Learn more here: Equal Employment OpportunityAt Autodesk, we're building a diverse workplace and an inclusive culture to give more people the chance to imagine, design, and make a better world. 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