Business Development Manager, Access Control, Federal

Company Overview

At Motorola Solutions, we're guided by a shared purpose - helping people be their best in the moments that matter - and we live up to our purpose every day by solving for safer. Because people can only be their best when they not only feel safe, but are safe. We're solving for safer by building the best possible technologies across every part of our safety and security ecosystem. That's mission-critical communications devices and networks, AI-powered video security & access control and the ability to unite voice, video and data in a single command center view. We're solving for safer by connecting public safety agencies and enterprises, enabling the collaboration that's critical to connect those in need with those who can help. The work we do here matters.

Department OverviewMotorola Solutions (NYSE: MSI) is a global leader in mission-critical communications and analytics.
At Motorola Solutions, we create technologies our customers refer to as their lifeline. Our technology platforms in communications, software, video and services help our customers work safely and more efficiently. Our technology platforms in mission-critical communications, command center software and video security & analytics, bolstered by managed & support services, make cities safer and help communities and businesses thrive. At Motorola Solutions, we are ushering in a new era in public safety and security.
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Job Description

Reporting to the Director of Sales, Access Control - Enterprise the Business Development Manager Access Control, Federal holds a key position to grow the adoption of the Motorola access control portfolio within the federal government market. This role requires a dynamic individual who is knowledgeable and passionate about Access Control and is highly customer focused and efficient. The core objective of this position is to create and win access control projects and customers within the Federal Government space, supporting and working alongside MSI’s Fed-Gov teams.

Responsibilities and Duties:

• Maintain and grow an operational and security mindset in relation to security in the Fed Gov space

• Work extremely well with other sales professionals within the VS&A organization 

• Work with and educate North American Sales Team members on how to engage with the Federal Government vertical effectively and with maximum results

• Develop and maintain deep, meaningful relationships within the Federal Government vertical that are relevant to security and access control and have the possibility of generating access control opportunities for Motorola Solutions

• Work with the Fed-Gov team to identify key Government based partners and end-users

• Equip the Fed-Gov team with resources to quickly and effectively engage contacts in a manner that will result in Motorola Solutions revenue growth

• Identify “product gaps” that need to be addressed by Product Management in order to gain greater exposure/standardization in the Fed-Gov space.

• Manage business unit resource - demo equipment, marketing budgets, travel budgets, or any other resources the company allocates

• Develop standardized Fed-Gov vertical market presentations and sales tools for use by the Fed-Gov team to discuss our Access Control offerings

• Compile data on competitive products and pricing and report it back to head office, maintain working knowledge of competitive offerings

• Work closely with APL [approved product listing] to ensure the Motorola access control offerings maintain the most current standards

Qualifications:

• 5+ years of experience in Access Control, previous Federal Government sales is required

• Strong technical acumen and ability to speak towards our products and solutions

• Proven record of achievement in delivering results and developing collaborative relationships

• Strong understanding of our go-to-market strategy and sales philosophy is required

• Time management skills are required, and candidates must have the ability to manage multiple priorities in a complex, fast-paced environment

• Ability to travel up throughout North America, as needed

Territory:

• The Access Specialist - Fed-Gov will have the responsibility to cover the Federal Government market throughout North America

• Preference for candidates located within Maryland or Virginia and be able to cover the DC metropolitan area

• Frequent travel (approximately 60% by air and car) will be required during the execution of the duties of the role

Basic Requirements

• ​High school diploma or equivalent with 5+ years of access control solutions sales experience

Travel Requirements50-75%
Relocation ProvidedNone
Position TypeExperienced
Referral Payment PlanYes

Our U.S. Benefits include:

• Incentive Bonus Plans
• Medical, Dental, Vision benefits
• 401K with Company Match
• 10 Paid Holidays
• Generous Paid Time Off Packages
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Paid Parental & Family Leave
• and more!

EEO Statement

Motorola Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other legally-protected characteristic. 

We are proud of our people-first and community-focused culture, empowering every Motorolan to be their most authentic self and to do their best work to deliver on the promise of a safer world. If you’d like to join our team but feel that you don’t quite meet all of the preferred skills, we’d still love to hear why you think you’d be a great addition to our team.

We’re committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruiting experience for candidates with disabilities, or other physical or mental health conditions. To request an accommodation, please email [email protected].