Full-Time

Client Operations Specialist

Posted on 1/6/2025

AHEAD

AHEAD

1,001-5,000 employees

Digital transformation and cloud consulting services

Consulting
Enterprise Software

Junior, Mid

Atlanta, GA, USA

Hybrid position based in Atlanta, Georgia.

Category
Customer Success Management
Sales & Account Management
Required Skills
Sales
Salesforce
Data Analysis

You match the following AHEAD's candidate preferences

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Degree
Experience
Requirements
  • Bachelor’s degree is required
  • Ability to understand/analyze client needs and link them to company offerings
  • Independent self-starter, effective team player with creative problem solving skills to help the organization achieve its earnings objectives
  • History of working in a high volume, fast-paced sales environment required
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills; ability to articulate needs
  • Ability to instantly build rapport
  • Strong interpersonal skills to effectively interact with all levels of internal and external clients
  • Organizational skills
  • Time management ability
  • Adaptable/Ability to react to situations
  • Ability to work independently on projects with minimal supervision
  • Work effectively and efficiently under pressure
  • Understands general business principles
  • Strong mathematical aptitude and the ability to work with and easily calculate margin percentages using cost+, list-, and flat GPM% models
  • Outstanding multitasking skills
  • Strong work ethic with respect for work/life balance and positive work environment
  • Good people skills and strong backbone to stand firm in sales-centric environment
  • Positive can do attitude
Responsibilities
  • Manage transaction lifecycle from quote to cash – identify account requests and coordinate/manage internal support team resources to ensure customer satisfaction
  • Review, manage, and maintain pipeline and forecast with assigned Client Directors. Schedule regular/reoccurring meetings to review opportunities that need to be added and/or updated in Salesforce.com
  • Work independently with assigned customers to address questions/issues and provide timely solutions; engage with internal/external support team on resolution
  • Assist in structuring deals with Client Directors. Prepare customer pricing and proposals for assigned accounts using the parameters set by assigned Client Directors per account
  • Work with assigned Client Directors to develop and maintain vendor relationships in order to gain improved communication, increased discounts, and fast turnaround on registration/special pricing requests
  • Accept all customer orders; verify bookable documents are complete and accurate prior to booking
  • Coordinate monthly meetings with accounts receivable to review invoice aging reports and past due invoices for assigned accounts
  • Develop and maintain Client Profiles for assigned accounts. Maintain records pertaining to past quotes in order to strategically provide current quotes and proposals
  • Provide ‘value-add’ services to assigned accounts as requested) SLA, PPT, presentations, order history, etc.) while having a clear understanding of the client’s internal structure and process
Desired Qualifications
  • 2-3 years of Sales Support preferred, in the Technology industry is preferred
  • Experience with Salesforce or other CRM preferred
  • Open to various backgrounds

AHEAD specializes in digital transformation services, focusing on helping medium to large enterprises modernize their IT infrastructure. The company offers a range of services including cloud migration, automation, and infrastructure optimization, primarily using Microsoft Azure. AHEAD's products work by providing tailored consulting and managed services that guide clients through the complexities of digital transformation. What sets AHEAD apart from its competitors is its deep expertise in cloud solutions and a strong client-centric approach, which has been validated by achieving Gold Cloud Platform Competency with Azure. The company's goal is to empower organizations to take control of their digital transformation journeys and achieve sustainable success.

Company Size

1,001-5,000

Company Stage

Acquired

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Chicago, Illinois

Founded

2007

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Increased demand for hybrid cloud solutions aligns with AHEAD's expertise.
  • Growing interest in AI-driven IT operations presents new opportunities for AHEAD.
  • The rise of edge computing offers AHEAD opportunities in edge-to-cloud solutions.

What critics are saying

  • Emerging cloud service providers offer similar services at lower costs.
  • Rapid technological advancements may outpace AHEAD's solution updates.
  • Economic downturns could reduce spending on digital transformation projects.

What makes AHEAD unique

  • AHEAD specializes in digital transformation with a focus on cloud solutions.
  • The company achieved Gold Cloud Platform Competency with Microsoft Azure.
  • AHEAD offers tailored solutions for cloud migration and infrastructure optimization.

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Health Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid Vacation

Paid Sick Leave

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