Product Manager, Cisco Solutions at CDW

At CDW we make it happen together. Trust connection and commitment are at the heart of how we work together to deliver for our customers. Its why were coworkers not just employees. Coworkers who genuinely believe in supporting our customers and one another. We collectively forge our path forward with a level of commitment that speaks to who we are and where were headed. Were proud to share our story and Make Amazing Happen at CDW.Job SummaryThe Product Manager Cisco Solutions drives revenue and growth through strategic management of Ciscos technology portfolio within CDW. This role serves as the subject matter expert for one or more Cisco solutions across Networking Security Collaboration Data Center and Emerging Technologies (Splunk etc.) working in close partnership with the Manager Cisco Solutions to execute CDWs Cisco business strategy. This individual keeps current with Ciscos cross-architecture platform evolution creates opportunities around core Cisco products and solutions and collaborates with Sales Marketing Architecture Customer Success and Operations teams to drive customer outcomes. The Product Manager works with Cisco partner development management to secure COOP and MDF funding maintains part numbers within the Cisco portfolio develops customer segment focus strategies and oversees products processes projects and campaigns that advance CDWs position as a leading Cisco partner.What youll doDrive revenue growth and profitability across assigned Cisco solution areasManage product positioning pricing strategy competitive intelligence and sales enablement for Cisco solutionsMaintain expert-level knowledge of Ciscos technology portfolio and cross-architecture platform strategy as the designated subject matter expertDevelop and execute marketing plans aligned with Ciscos priorities and CDWs strategic objectivesMaximize sales revenue profit and vendor co-op for Cisco product categories through strategic planning and targeted marketing initiativesPartner with Cisco to secure and optimize COOP MDF and other partner investment programsManage SKU portfolio and part numbers for Cisco products within CDW systemsIdentify and evaluate emerging Cisco technologies including AI and automation capabilities and develop go-to-market strategiesForecast sales volumes track product performance and proactively manage measurable category goalsAnalyze market intelligence and competitive activity to identify opportunities for increasing Cisco sales within CDWBuild and maintain successful relationships with Cisco partner teams and serve as a key liaison for product-specific initiativesCreate annual business plans for assigned Cisco product categories in alignment with the overall Cisco Solutions strategyCollaborate with Segment Marketing teams to develop customer-focused campaigns and solution offeringsSupport cross-functional initiatives with Sales ITS Architecture Customer Success Renewals and Operations to deliver integrated Cisco solutionsWhat we expect of youBachelors degree and 5 years experience in merchandising product management category management or marketing with technology focus9 years experience in merchandising product management category management or marketing with technology focus4 years CDW PPM experience and 5 years experience in merchandising product management category management or marketingPreferred skills experience and qualitiesDeep understanding of Ciscos product portfolio including Networking Security Collaboration Data Center and emerging technologiesKnowledge of Cisco partner programs certifications and specializationsProven track record in marketing technology product lines with the ability to manage products through their lifecycle customer engagement scenarios and product positioning challengesExperience working within a cross-architecture platform approach and understanding of solution-based sellingStrong understanding of the dynamics of cross-functional teams with the ability to creatively problem solve and drive collaborationDemonstrated ability to work independently with minimal direction while contributing to team objectivesExcellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to effectively interact and present to all stakeholders including senior leadershipDemonstrated financial and analytical skills with experience in forecasting business planning and performance trackingSuccessful history of building and maintaining internal and external partner relationships at all levelsProficient in Microsoft Office applications and business intelligence toolsUnderstanding of infrastructure edge computing security and software transformation trendsFamiliarity with Cisco partner investment programs including COOP MDF and VIP/VIR programsPay range: $88000 - $154600 depending on experience and skill set Annual bonus target of 10% subject to terms and conditions of plan Benefits overview: Salary ranges may be subject to geographic differentialsWe make technology work so people can do great things.CDW is a leading multi-brand provider of information technology solutions to business government education and healthcare customers in the United States the United Kingdom and Canada. A Fortune 500 company and member of the S&P 500 Index CDW helps its customers to navigate an increasingly complex IT market and maximize return on their technology investments. Together we unite. Together we win. Together we thrive.CDW is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regards to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability status protected veteran status or any other basis prohibited by state and local law.CDW is committed to fostering an equitable transparent and respectful hiring process for all applicants. During our application process CDWs goal is to get to know you as an applicant and understand your experience strengths skills and qualifications. While AI can help you present yourself more clearly and effectively the essence of your application should be authentically yours. To learn more please review CDWs AI Applicant Notice.Required Experience:IC Key Skills Organizational Management,Presentation Skills,Agile,SAFe,AWS,Solution Architecture,Conflict Management,Data Management,Scrum,Team Management,Pre-sales,Management Consulting Employment Type : Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1 Monthly Salary Salary: 88000 - 154600