IFS

Senior Vice President Sales, Field Service Management

ITASCA, ILPosted 30+ days ago

Job summary

  • Job post source

    This job is directly from IFS

  • Job overview

    The Senior Vice President Sales, Field Service Management at IFS leads North American sales for the Service Management Business Unit, driving revenue growth and sales strategy execution in field service and asset-intensive industries.

  • Responsibilities and impact

    The role involves directing sales teams to meet booking targets, developing sales strategies, managing pipelines, engaging key clients, coordinating with marketing, forecasting sales, and building long-term business relationships while overseeing budgets and team development.

  • Compensation and benefits

    The position offers a salary range of $225,000 to $250,000 annually plus 100% variable compensation, flexible paid time off, medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401K with company contribution, flexible spending accounts, life and disability insurance, tuition assistance, and community involvement opportunities.

  • Experience and skills

    Candidates need a Bachelor's degree (MBA preferred), 10+ years in complex business software/IT sales or consulting, experience building go-to-market teams, enterprise sales success, C-level sales experience, P&L knowledge, and strong management skills.

  • Work environment and culture

    IFS promotes a diverse, inclusive, and flexible work environment with hybrid options, emphasizing innovation, community, and sustainability.

  • Company information

    IFS is a global billion-dollar company with 7000+ employees, specializing in AI-driven enterprise software solutions that support customers worldwide at the Moment of Service™.

  • Job location and travel

    The role is based in North America with flexible and hybrid work opportunities to accommodate diverse lifestyles.

  • Unique job features

    The job features leadership of a high-level sales unit focused on innovative AI-driven solutions and a commitment to sustainability and global impact.

Company overview

IFS, or Industrial and Financial Systems, is a global enterprise software company that provides solutions for enterprise resource planning (ERP), enterprise asset management (EAM), and service management. Founded in 1983 in Sweden, IFS has grown to serve various industries including aerospace, defense, energy, utilities, and manufacturing. The company makes money through software licensing, subscription services, and consulting. Key historical milestones include its initial public offering in 1996 and subsequent expansion through strategic acquisitions, enhancing its product offerings and market reach.

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  • Apply through multiple sources including IFS's corporate career site and LinkedIn to maximize your application visibility for the Senior Vice President Sales role.

  • Connect with current sales leaders or executives within IFS's Field Service Management division on LinkedIn, using ice breakers like commenting on recent company AI advancements or expressing interest in how IFS is redefining service management with AI.

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