LG's Mission is to be #1 by creating a better life for our customers. At LG we make products and services that make lives better, easier, and happier through increased functionality and fun. Put simply, we offer the latest innovations to make "Life Good"! As a global leader, we strive for greatness not only in the products we make but in our people. That is why we are currently seeking the newest innovator to join our dynamic team as part of the Solution Enablement Team located in Lincolnshire, IL.
We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We offer Industry leading employer paid benefits, including health, vision, and dental benefits, 401(k) matching, and opportunities for professional growth and development.
If you are an initiative-taking and experienced Project Manager looking for an exciting new challenge, we encourage you to apply today.
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We are currently seeking a Senior Manager - Solution Enablement / PMO within our B2B Technical Sales & Services organization. This position contributes directly to the sales of IT and Information Display solutions and services, by leading a team and utilizing strong leadership, business development, project management, solution development, and sales skills. Will play a pivotal role in the creation and implementation of strategies around new Solution Sales and Professional Services, and leading team members in driving the sales process by engaging with potential clients to understand their project needs and crafting tailored solutions that align with LG's business objectives. This role involves collaborating closely with the sales, technical, leadership, and operations teams to ensure strategies and team activities are feasible, cost-effective, and capable of delivering the desired impact. This is a field-based (home office) role and will consider applicants who live in close proximity of a major airport.
• Assisting Senior Director-Technical Sales & Services with refining and presenting to executive leadership the Business Solutions & Professional Services strategies and business plan• Managing a team of Solution Enablement Managers, Project Managers/Coordinators, Solution Architects, and others as needed/added over time. This includes involvement in recruitment and hiring activities.• Contributing as a member of the Technical Sales leadership team to organizational strategy & operations• Oversee PMO (Project Management Office) practice, including; setting and implementing policy, workflows, and processes in support of Solutions & Professional Services business.• Contribute to formation of new revenue generating LG Professional Services offerings (may involve additional vendor selection/management)• Oversee Solution Design Services practice serving the entire division, including setting policy/process, enhancing the value and capabilities, implementing design repository, selecting software platforms (e.g. Revit, AutoCAD), working with HQ and Business/Product Management teams for product information, and other related duties.• Working across matrixed organization to assess needs, formulate solution strategies, help engineer solutions, manage complex/custom projects, present value propositions, and drive/manage Solutions initiatives from conception to implementation.• Leading Project Management and Solution Enablement initiatives and meeting revenue/profit objectives. • Collaborate with LG sales & other division members to enable solution creation and sales efforts• Managing relationships (technical and non-technical) with clients, vendors, and project stakeholders• Working closely with other members/leaders of the Technical Sales organization, and cross-functional teams• Playing key role in optimizing and utilizing Salesforce, Smartsheet & other tools to log, track, & report on projects/activities (including creating templates, processes, dashboards, policies, workflows, etc)• Developing formal RFI/RFP response process (i.e. design, submission and review)• Monitoring and capturing market intelligence/trends (Voice of Customer-VoC) and share internally• Leading special task teams and/or projects as needed• Traveling as needed. Domestic (up to 50%). International (occasionally).
• Bachelors degree in a business and/or technical subject (preferred) or relevant work experience, • Minimum 8 years of solution/system engineering experience in the AV industry (B2B preferred)• Minimum of 4 years in a leadership role • Strong understanding of project and solution specifications, and the construction process• Excellent communication skills - both written and verbal• Proficient with Microsoft Office suite and the following design software platforms preferred (Revit, AutoCAD, SketchUP, Smartsheet, and Vizio). Other design/project management software skills a plus.• AVIXA CTS certification preferred. Other technology certifications a plus. • Ability to travel 50% throughout the U.S (occasional international)• Fluent in English
Base Pay Range: $160,000- 175,000 Total compensation for this role will include a commission/incentive plan.
This base pay range is based on US national averages. Actual base pay could be a result of seniority, merit, geographic location where the work is performed
At LG, we aspire to empower people and celebrate differences because we believe diversity will create the unexpected. We provide equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law. Consistent with our commitment to providing equal opportunity and embracing diversity, LG has implemented affirmative action to ensure applicants are employed and employees are treated without regard to these characteristics.
In addition to the above, LG believes that pay transparency is a key part of diversity, equity, and inclusion. Our salary ranges take in account many factors in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skillset, experience, licensure, certifications, internal equity, and other business needs. While we consider geographic pay differentials in final offers, because we operate in many geographies, where applicable, the salary range listed may not reflect all geographic differentials applied
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At LG, we deliver products and services that make lives better, easier and happier though increased functionality and fun. Put simply, we offer the latest innovations to make “Life Good” – from home appliances, consumer electronics and B2B solutions to innovations in digital signage, air conditioning, solar and vehicle components. As a global leader, we strive for greatness in product leadership, market leadership and people leadership to realize our growth strategies.