Account Executive
DLS Technology Corporation
Sales & Business Development
Ottawa, ON, Canada
DLS Technology Corporation is seeking an experienced Microsoft Account Executive with a deep understanding of Microsoft cloud solutions and partner-led sales motions. The successful candidate will have a proven track record selling Microsoft solutions and professional services into Public Sector organizations, with demonstrated success in hunting net-new business and expanding existing client relationships.
You will be responsible for developing, managing, and executing strategic sales activities across net-new and existing Microsoft-focused Public Sector accounts. Account management will comprise approximately 80% Hunter and 20% Farming activities.
The ideal candidate is results-focused, highly organized, detail-oriented, and thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
If you are a deadline-driven sales professional with strong Microsoft and Public Sector sales experience and a proven ability to consistently generate new pipeline and close business, we want to hear from you.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Account Planning and Management (70%)
- Conduct business development, marketing, and communications activities aligned to Microsoft partner motions, including Modern Work, Azure, Security, and Data & AI, within Public Sector accounts.
- Develop and execute strategic account plans focused on net-new Public Sector clients and greenfield Microsoft opportunities.
- Manage weekly, monthly, and quarterly forecasting, pipeline management, and deal-closing processes.
- Source, engage, and develop relationships with decision makers and influencers across Public Sector organizations.
- Actively generate qualified leads and progress opportunities through the full Microsoft Public Sector sales cycle.
- Schedule sufficient client and prospect meetings to meet or exceed revenue and margin targets.
- Lead Microsoft solution sales approaches and client presentations, collaborating with technical teams to position solutions aligned to customer business outcomes.
- Participate in solution and pricing strategies in accordance with DLS margin guidelines and Microsoft program requirements.
- Track and record all sales activity, pipeline, and forecasts within the corporate CRM.
- Maintain working knowledge of Microsoft licensing models, CSP programs, incentives, and Public Sector co-sell motions.
- Stay current on Public Sector market trends, procurement models, and Microsoft roadmap updates.
- Independently maintain knowledge of the technology industry and Microsoft ecosystem through required DLS and Microsoft training.
Relationship Management (20%)
- Develop and manage strategic relationships with key Public Sector client accounts, Microsoft, and ecosystem partners.
- Work collaboratively with internal teams to plan and execute account engagement strategies and strategic touchpoints.
- Deploy account-based marketing (ABM) and Microsoft-aligned marketing campaigns for Public Sector accounts.
- Perform client and market research to support tailored sales messaging and account-specific collateral.
- Support Microsoft-focused Public Sector workshops, briefings, and events to drive opportunity creation.
- Leverage DLS and Microsoft marketing initiatives to strengthen long-term Public Sector relationships and pipeline growth.
Proposal and Resource Management (10%)
- Drive and steer sales verbiage for Microsoft-related Public Sector RFPs and RFQs on qualified, pre-sold opportunities.
- Coordinate the RFP/RFQ process with technical, delivery, and partner teams.
- Assist with defining customer requirements to support resource planning and solution alignment.
- Contribute to the verbiage and structure of Statements of Work (SOW) for Microsoft professional services.
- Ensure opportunities are scoped and positioned appropriately prior to submission.
REQUIREMENTS:
- 5+ years of Account Executive experience, preferably within the Microsoft partner ecosystem.
- Demonstrated experience selling into Public Sector organizations (government, healthcare, education, crown corporations).
- Proven success selling Microsoft cloud solutions and professional services.
- Strong understanding of Microsoft solution areas, licensing, and partner programs.
- Experience managing Public Sector procurement cycles, including RFPs, RFQs, and standing offers.
- Proven ability to manage complex sales cycles and multiple stakeholders.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to effectively facilitate meetings, influence outcomes, and work collaboratively across teams.
- Strong proficiency in MS Office tools, including PowerPoint.
- Experience using CRM platforms to manage pipeline and forecasting.
- Security Clearance: Secret or eligible for Secret application.
NICE TO HAVE:
- Microsoft certifications or familiarity with Microsoft Solution Partner designations.
- Experience with CRM platforms such as Bullhorn.
- Fluently bilingual in French & English.
POSITION HIGHLIGHTS
- Start Date: Immediate
- Sector: Private
- Open Positions: 1
- Location: Ottawa
- Job Type: Full-time
- Language Requirements: English (French & English bilingualism is a strong asset)