Director of Sales, Africa

THE COMPANY

Silvus Technologies is dedicated to one mission: connecting those who keep us safe. We do so by delivering the most advanced Mobile Ad-hoc Network (MANET) radios powered by our custom and ever evolving Mobile-Networked MIMO waveform. Together, our radios and waveform provide vital communications for mission-critical applications in the harshest environments from underground tunnels to high-altitude balloons. 

Silvus StreamCaster ™ radios are being rapidly adopted by customers all over the world ranging from the U.S. and Allied Nations Departments of Defense to International, Federal, State, and Local Law Enforcement agencies, all the way to the Superbowl, Grammys, and industry-leading drone, robot, and other unmanned systems manufacturers. 

Would you like to join an incredibly talented group of people, doing very challenging work, with the prime directive of “Keeping Our Heroes Connected”?

Silvus’ rapid growth is fueled by a focus on research and innovation and a team of the most passionate, skilled and creative thinking individuals. If you are looking for a fulfilling experience, you owe it to yourself to learn how Silvus can be the next chapter of your career.

THE OPPORTUNITY

The Director of Sales, Africa works with and directly reports to the Senior Director of International Sales and Business Development.  The successful individual in this role works directly with the International Sales team and actively participates in all aspects of the sales cycle for both existing and emerging markets/channels. This position is eligible for 100% remote work depending on location.

The following is a list of at least some of the current essential job functions of the position. Management may assign or reassign duties and responsibilities at any time in its discretion.

ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manage all sales activities for responsible market areas.
• Cultivate and secure strong relationships with business partners and customers.
• Identify new market segments and opportunities that are built on the company’s core MIMO solutions.
• Responsible for all stages of customer interactions from initial contact, through final sales and follow-up.
• Travel Requirements:  up to 75% of the time supporting customer meetings, demonstrations, and trade shows.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university or college; OR High School Diploma/GED with at least 5 years of relevant sales or business development experience in a technology related field.
• Demonstrated success in the sale of MANET/wireless or radio solutions.
• Proven track record of working in Military and/or Public Safety sales.
• Strong communication skills; fluent in the English language.
• NOTE – Must be a US Person (US Citizenship or Permanent Resident Green Card status required).

PREFERRED KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university or college.
• Working understanding of alternative MANET technologies and their relative strengths.
• Strong technical acumen and understanding of tactical communications challenges and solutions.
• Leadership, management, and program management experience.

WORKING CONDITIONS & PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Office environment.
• Trade shows.
• Outdoor environment for demonstrations.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to do the following:
  • Lift equipment up to 20 lbs. for set up of demonstration and testing.
  • Manage the movement of large suitcase size Pelican cases (i.e. travel, demonstrations, etc.).

NOTE - As a US Federal Contractor, Silvus Technologies requires that ALL candidates being considered for employment for any position (regardless of level) MUST be a U.S. Person (permanent resident or citizen).  Stricter U.S. Citizen ONLY requirements (needed for some Engineering or R&D roles) will be included in the Required Qualifications section of the posted position. This does NOT apply to International positions; only job postings for positions located in the US. All Employment is contingent upon the successful clearance of a background check.

Silvus is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer, and we value diversity. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, age, religion or belief, ancestry, national origin, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, political affiliation, or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.
 
We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.
 
*Silvus does not accept unsolicited resumes from individual recruiters or third-party recruiting agencies in response to job postings. No fee will be paid to third parties who submit unsolicited candidates directly to Silvus Technologies.