Applications Software Technology (AST), an IBM Company, was founded on one simple thought... we put our people and our customers first, and you can never lose. AST is a globally recognized award-winning full-service enterprise Cloud transformation and systems integrator, specializing in Oracle Cloud, NetSuite, JD Edwards and Salesforce, serving clients in the Public and Commercial Sectors for over 30 years. Clients look to AST for leadership and assistance in systems integration, business process redesign, project management, systems administration, and training. From on-premises applications to modern Cloud technology, AST's services encompass all aspects of Enterprise Resource Planning, Business Intelligence, Enterprise Performance Management, Customer Experience, and Middleware. AST also offers flexible Managed Services, supporting the needs of over 200 Public Sector and Commercial customers around the globe. If you're someone with energy, drive, and creativity, AST might be the place for you.Currently, we are looking for a sales lead professional to partner with our consulting team as we continue to grow our market. The Oracle Cloud Technology Sales Director - Western Region will play an integral role on our North America Public Sector SLED Sales team to grow AST's local presence through the identification, nurturing and closing of consulting services engagements. This is a US based and full-time remote position, with travel to customer sites as needed. Prior experience on providing modernization services on Oracle technologies and an understanding of cloud service providers is essential.What You'll Do: Responsible for selling AST's service offerings designed around Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI) directly into Public Sector SLED accounts to maximize the business value of our customers. Be the trusted consulting services provider to Public Sector SLED customers on their migration to cloud for legacy workloads, iPaaS implementations, process automation, or Security for SaaS. Master the AST service offerings around Oracle Platform and Infrastructure solutions and lead customer pursuits such as EBS on OCI, Generative and Agentic AI, re-platforming legacy applications to OCI, cloud native app development, and advanced analytics with Oracle Analytics Cloud and/or Fusion Data Intelligence. Develop and deepen strong working relationships with the Oracle Technology Team. Joint pursuits with Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI) field sellers and BD teams to drive OCI consumption through AST professional and managed services. Collaborate with AST BD team on demand generation activities, identify leads via targeted account lists, campaigns, networking, events and/or other sources. Develop executive relationships and build a repeat book of business. Convert leads into qualified pipeline. Collaborate with AST Emerging Technologies practice leaders to share industry trends and client needs, develop & deliver compelling value propositions focusing around OCI-led business transformation. Collaborate with AST sellers to expand with modernization services in AST SaaS accounts. Manage accounts throughout the entire sales process, and collaborate with team members in Marketing, Pre-sales, and Delivery to uncover customer needs. Travel to customer sites to identify and develop sales opportunities. Participate in the development, presentation, and sales of the AST value proposition. Give engaging customer presentations to all levels of leadership, including C-level. What You Bring: 5 + years of sales and business development experience in a quota carrying role Prior work experience selling Oracle technologies is required Passionate about advances in enterprise technologies and intentional in delivering compelling solutions to enterprise customers. Understanding of Cloud Infrastructure and Platform (IaaS and PaaS) solutions, including any of the following: Enterprise Resource Planning, Enterprise Integration, Customer Relationship Management or Business Intelligence. Experience, qualifications, or an understanding of Oracle Cloud Infrastructure, AWS, Azure, and enterprise integration platforms Certification in Cloud fundamentals such as OCI Foundations, Azure fundamentals or AWS Cloud Practitioner is a big plus. Exposure to advanced technologies/use case experience with AI/ML Experience with non-Oracle technologies including, but not limited to: Integration - webMethods, Boomi, Jitterbit, MuleSoft, SnapLogic, Workflow automation- UiPath, Jira. Passion for working in a fast-paced environment with a diverse group of people. Able to work independently, take the initiative with minimal supervision, yet participate as a team member with a willingness to help where needed. Ability to execute the AST tip-of-the-spear marketing message in the field and to our partners. Dynamic communicator, with excellent verbal and writing skills. Hands-on experience creating and presenting engaging customer presentations to all levels of leadership, including C-level, organized, entrepreneurial, self-starter with applications sales experience, with a focus on building relationships, executing vision, and achieving quota. Team player who thrives in a fast-paced environment.What We Bring: At AST, people are the center of everything we do, and we work to provide you with benefits beyond a paycheck. We strive to develop and recognize our people at all levels and give them the rewards they deserve. We offer full benefits including medical, dental, vision, retirement/401k, disability, life insurance, and unlimited PTO for all our North American employees to balance your work and life. We also offer additional benefits, such as commuter benefits, legal insurance, pet insurance, sabbatical leave, education reimbursement, parental leave, and much more.Our Culture:At AST, people are the center of everything we do. In 30 years of business, we know that putting our people first is the key to success. Our passion for people has earned us multiple awards. Here are some of the most recent: 2024 Chicago Tribune Top Workplaces by Energage (6th consecutive year) 2024 National Cultural Excellence for Woman-Led Organizations by Energage 2024 National Cultural Excellence for Innovation by Energage 2023 National Cultural Excellence for Remote Work by Energage 2023 National Cultural Excellence for Innovation by Energage 2023 National Cultural Excellence for DE&I Practices by Energage 2023 National Cultural Excellence for Leadership by EnergageWe foster a culture of trust, ownership, and innovation at every level of the organization. All doors are open and everyone's ideas matter, giving our people the ability to quickly understand our customers' needs and translate those needs into action. While we celebrate individual wins, we always strive for shared success. We are One AST.Statement of Non-Discrimination: We value global diversity and are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace where we learn from each other. AST is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, making all employment decisions, including recruiting, hiring, training, and promoting without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status or any other characteristic or classification protected by law. The salary range for this role is $130K to$180K base, plus commission.A link to AST's benefits can be found here: https://astcorporation.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/AST-Benefits-Summary_2025.pdfPrivacy Statement: "AST is an IBM subsidiary which has been acquired by IBM and will be integrated into the IBM organization. AST will be the hiring entity. By proceeding with this application, you understand that AST will share your personal information with other IBM affiliates involved in your recruitment process, wherever these are located. 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