Vacancies at Oracle

DESCRIPTION
What You’ll Do                                                                                                                          

• Be the vital piece of the puzzle that connects us to the millions of businesses that need our help to evolve.
• The existing vacancy is for a seasoned banking software application sales person to position and sell software licenses for Oracle’s core banking, digital banking, payments, mid-office solutions across retail and corporate banking as well as the Microfinance and Financial Inclusion segments.

Primary objectives: 

• Achieve revenue targets for Licenses across the various specified banking solutions for the above territory selling both to existing customers and to new logos.
• Strategically engage customers with the view of building key relationships and creating the foundation for License purchases.
• Competency in positioning the portfolio at “C” level at a business, IT and operational level.
• Building a deep and active engagement model with Clients.
• Creating a tailored ‘case for transformation’ and solution proposal with supporting business case for each opportunity.
• Sales lead generation and pipeline management using Oracle Sales Cloud (Fusion) CRM platform with regular, complete and concise updates Forecast accurately and execute deal closures in a structured and transparent manner.
• Collaborate and across Oracle Line of Business stakeholders in the defined territory and within the various teams within the FSBGU.
• Work with existing partners and identify new strategic alliances to grow license revenue and expand customer footprint.

REQUIRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE
What You’ll Bring

• Your enthusiasm, knowledge, and customer-centricity will help us become the number one cloud company in the world. We also look for:
• Seasoned Banking Software Sales professional with minimum of 15 years of experience in the areas of core & digital banking applications like Finacle (Infosys), T24/IBIS/Globus (Temenos), Midas/Bankmaster/Equation (Misys/Finastra), Banks/Quartz (TCS), Symbols (SunGuard, SystemAccess), SAP, or similar vendor applications
• Experience in shaping and developing significant investment initiatives / projects of $US 2M and upwards, including business case development, detailed solution scope, implementation approach and plan, etc.
• Deep knowledge about the defined territory banking industry is vital.
• Self-starter / independent worker
• Strong combined Sales & business development skills
• Used to managing sales cycles for strategic opportunities (solution selling)
• Pre-established Relationships with CXO’s with key local banks, is essential for this role
• Knowledge of finance fundamentals, retail/commercial banking products life cycle, accounting and back-office operations
• Ability to bring in insights about the emerging trends in banks’ buying patterns relative to enterprise risk management and compliance systems is vital
• Proven network of executive level contacts within the local banking community.  
• Knowledge of IT and Banking
• Excellent communications skills
• Ability to collaborate across internal and external stakeholders
• Partner management experience would be beneficial
• Proven problem solving capacity, including needs analysis and business justification skills
• Ability to travel locally

Detailed Description and Job Requirements

• Sells a subset of product or services directly or via partners to a large number of named accounts/non-named accounts/geographical territory (mainly Tier 3 accounts).
• Primary job duty is to sell business applications software/solutions and related services to prospective and existing customers. Manage sales through forecasting, account resource allocation, account strategy, and planning. Develop solution proposals encompassing all aspects of the application. Participate in the development, presentation and sales of a value proposition. Negotiate pricing and contractual agreement to close the sale. Identify and develop strategic alignment with key third party influencers.
• Leading contributor individually and as a team member, providing direction and mentoring to others. Work is non-routine and very complex, involving the application of advanced technical/business skills in area of specialization. 8 years applicable experience including 7 years of sales experience. Successful sales track record. Ability to penetrate accounts, meet with stakeholders within accounts. Oracle knowledge and/or knowledge of Oracle's competitors. Interaction with C level players. Team player with strong interpersonal /communication skills. Excellent communication/negotiating/closing skills with prospects/customers. Travel may be needed. Bachelor degree or equivalent.
• As part of Oracle's employment process candidates will be required to successfully complete a pre-employment screening process. This will involve identity and employment verification, professional references, education verification and professional qualifications and memberships (if applicable).
   

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What you’ll do

• Learn how to create sales opportunities and maintain customer relationships. 
• Actively develop your product knowledge in a range of Oracle technologies. 
• Collaborate with sales teams on account strategy and demand generation. 
• Gain an in-depth knowledge of Oracle competitors and industry trends. 
• Develop an understanding of customer needs in order to link them to Oracle products.
• Deliver exciting product demonstrations for customers.
• The role is based on a hybrid model of at least 3 days a week working from an Oracle office or customer site.

What you’ll bring

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent.
• 0-4 years work experience.
• High energy: You’re optimistic and resilient, always eager to interact and influence people.
• Agility: You’re a pro at embracing change. Your self-confidence helps you learn and adapt wherever you go.
• Critical thinking: You’re a natural strategist who can analyze situations, identify issues, and solve problems creatively.
• Teamwork: You’re a fantastic team player who also loves smashing individual goals.
• Communication skills: You’re fluent in English, with a natural flair for expressing yourself. 

What we’ll give you

• The launch pad for a successful, long-term career in sales.
• Fun and flexible work for the ideal work-life balance. 
• An inspiring, inclusive, and multicultural community that values fresh perspectives. 
• World-class professional training from industry experts. 
• Competitive pay and excellent benefits that will help you do your best work.

 
Detailed Description and Job Requirements

• First contact for prospects of Oracle business via outbound calls. Qualifies Oracle prospects and produces quality leads for the Oracle Sales Force.
• Acts as the first contact for many prospects in Oracle business via outbound calls. Qualifies Oracle prospects and produces quality leads for the Oracle Sales Force. Performs database and record keeping activities.
• 0-2 years related experience. Able to demonstrate time management, basic telesales skills, and knowledge of Oracle products and services. Goal oriented individual with superior communication skills. Able to complete individual goals as well as work in a team environment. Demonstrated ability to communicate using technical concepts. Working knowledge of Oracle products a plus but not necessary. Professional demeanor. Work involves some problem solving with assistance and guidance in understanding and applying company policies and procedures.