Sales Executive, US

IQM is the European leader in superconducting quantum computers, established in Espoo, Finland. In two years, we have grown to 280+ employees and have established subsidiaries in Germany, Spain, France, the US, and Singapore. We build quantum computers for research laboratories and supercomputing centers. For industrial customers, we deliver quantum advantage through our unique application-specific co-design approach.

We build world-leading quantum computers for the well-being of humankind now and for the future.

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Join us as we strengthen our US business team! We're looking for a Sales Executive to embark on the exciting IQM journey toward the quantum future.

In this role, your primary objective is to build and grow IQM revenues by effectively selling the IQM portfolio to various sectors including HPCs, universities, research centers, government entities, and enterprises. Your role encompasses a range of responsibilities aimed at driving sales, influencing tenders, shaping offers, and winning deals while meeting stakeholders' and client's expectations. You will be reporting to the Head of Business Development.

What I will be doing?

• Identify and pursue leads, consistently meeting or surpassing sales targets, revenue goals, and profit margins.
• Develop and execute a comprehensive strategy to promote IQM's portfolio within target sectors, driving engagement and awareness.
• Establish IQM as a prominent industry player by engaging with stakeholders, including political decision-makers, and advocating for recognition as a vital contributor to the national quantum strategy.
• Influence tenders and negotiate contracts effectively to secure lucrative deals for the organization.
• Act as a client guide, helping, addressing inquiries, and navigating IQM products and services. Stay attuned to market trends, providing optimal solutions and incorporating client feedback for continual improvement.
• Contribute insights to shape IQM's product offerings based on customer feedback and market trends, facilitating strategic decision-making.
• Collaborate seamlessly with internal teams, including product development and marketing, to align with customer needs and market demands effectively.
• Represent IQM at marketing events, conferences, and industry exhibitions, showcasing the company's innovative offerings.
  
  

What background and skills should I have?

• Based in the US preferably on the East Coast.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in Sales and Account Management in the ITC industry- with expertise in hardware, software, telecommunications, storage, and applications. Preferably, with a focus on High performance computing and/or data center space.
• Ideally, have a personal network with HPC and enterprise customers.
• Proven track record in developing business in the tech industry, understanding technology trends, and driving innovation.
• Experience with sales, account management, public tenders, public funding, and project management.
• A good communicator, customer-oriented mindset, ability to engage at the decision-maker and working level, with strong conceptual abilities and focus on results.
• Natural drive, possessing a self-driven, can-do attitude, ambitious, and entrepreneurial mindset.
• Willingness to travel as needed, primarily across the US
  
  

Skills And Experiences That Can Boost Your Application

• Security clearance or ability to achieve it.
• Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Physics, Maths, Electrical Engineering, Computer Sciences, Business or similar.
• Knowledge of Quantum Computing ecosystem.
  
  

What can I expect from IQM?

• A unique opportunity to make a real impact on the future of quantum computing.
• An opportunity to collaborate on world-class R&D and cutting-edge technology.
• Growth and progress in a creative and open start-up environment.
• An opportunity to work with a passionate and diverse team in a European company on an important mission.
  
  

Meet our people and hear more about IQM by visiting our Youtube channel here

Please note that only applications submitted through the website will be processed.

At our company, we're on a mission to change the world through quantum computing. With over 300 colleagues across 5 locations in 5 different countries, we're collaborating across disciplines and borders to make it happen. Our team includes scientists, quantum engineers, software developers, business professionals, and more, all working together to make a difference.

IQM is the European leader in superconducting quantum computers, established in Espoo, Finland. In two years, we have grown to 280+ employees and have established subsidiaries in Germany, Spain, France, the US, and Singapore. We build quantum computers for research laboratories and supercomputing centers. For industrial customers, we deliver quantum advantage through our unique application-specific co-design approach.