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<item><title><![CDATA[Project Manager - Transit Systems (hw sw, comms)
	      , Manufacturing]]></title><link>http://portland.ipsojobs.com/job/project-manager-transit-systems-hw-sw-comms/22-216518</link><description><![CDATA[<p>Client is an established and industry-leading group developing advanced transit fleet management systems for public transit . They are expanding their operations in the Northwestern USA and are looking for a motivated Project Manager to join the team.<br /><br />Primary Responsibilities:<br />- Overall management of schedule and cost performance for technical integration projects preferably with specific experience serving the public transit market.<br />- Management and coordination of engineering resources, subcontractors and suppliers to achieve the project&rsquo;s schedule and cost objectives.&nbsp; Managing a core group of 6-8 people with up to 20 at various points in the deliverables cycle.<br />- Project Status Reviews for both the external customer and the internal executive management team.<br />- All project management tasks including but not limited to: creation and management of master schedules, material and labor financial forecasts, statements of work for subcontractors, purchasing requisitions, etc&hellip;<br />- Travel to customer site for project reviews, design reviews and testing activities. Travel requirement approximately 50%<br />- Creation and management of Customer Change Orders.<br /><br />Other Responsibilities:<br />- Support new business initiatives such as proposal preparation.<br />- Negotiate technical statements of work and price for new projects.<br />- Project risk assessment and management.<br />- Continue formal training to maintain program management skill set.<br />- All other duties as assigned.<br /><br />Technical Knowledge/Skills Required:<br />- Bachelors Degree (BA/BS) in Computer Science, Engineering, Math, Physics, Industrial Management, Business Administration or equivalent field of study.<br />- Working experience with Oracle databases and real time software systems<br />- Working experience with complex systems involving hardware, WAN and wireless communications, and customized software.<br />- Ten years of related experience<br />- Two years of supervisory experience</p><br /><br /><br /><strong>Industry:</strong> Commercial Transportation<br /><strong>Discipline:</strong> Project/Process Mngmnt<br /><strong>Experience:</strong> 11 - 15 Years<br /><strong>Level:</strong> Manager<br /><strong>Compensation:</strong> $100K - $120K<br /><strong>Company:</strong> Established and industry-leading group]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 19 Nov 2009 23:18:42 -0800</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[Director of Engineering
	      , Manufacturing]]></title><link>http://portland.ipsojobs.com/job/director-of-engineering/22-215815</link><description><![CDATA[<p><strong>Are you an engineer, searching for a great&nbsp;opportunity to advance your career </strong></p><br /><p>&nbsp;</p><br /><p>Our client&nbsp;manufactures pumps which are used for a variety of applications throughout the world. This&nbsp;company&nbsp;has over 50 years of experience and strives to provide the best products for their customers.<br /><br />Due to an internal promotion we are currently looking for a <strong>Director of Engineering</strong> who will be responsible for&nbsp;overseeing day to day engineering activities, new product development, and testing. This individual will have leadership of all functions within Engineering.<br /><strong><br /><strong>Location: </strong></strong>Portland, OR area<br /><strong><br /><strong>Qualifications / Experience:</strong></strong></p><br /><ul><br /><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Mechanical Engineering </li><br /><li>Must be a licensed Professional Engineer </li><br /><li>6 years minimum experience with pump design </li><br /><li>Leadership experience in engineering and new product development</li><br /></ul><br /><p><strong>Essential Responsibilities:</strong></p><br /><ul><br /><li>Leadership of all functions within Engineering </li><br /><li>Drive an active New Product Development program </li><br /><li>Create a technical and engineering vision for the company </li><br /><li>Create budgets, allocate resources, and determine schedules of product releases or project deadlines </li><br /><li>Direct Test Department in pump testing analysis and perform dynamic test procedures for existing and new product development</li><br /></ul><br /><p><strong>Compensation:</strong><strong>&nbsp;</strong></p><br /><ul><br /><li>Base: Excellent pay - Commensurate with experience&nbsp;+ Bonus potential&nbsp; </li><br /><li>Benefits:&nbsp;401k /&nbsp;Stock Plan, Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Disability</li><br /></ul><br /><p><em>Note that this position is being posted by a professional recruiter and all correspondence will be treated as strictly confidential. In addition referrals are encouraged and welcomed. </em></p><br /><p><em>&nbsp;</em></p><br /><p><strong><em>To be the best you have to work with the best, come talk to us at TYGES and let&rsquo;s get started today!</em></strong></p><br /><p><strong><em>&nbsp;</em></strong></p><br /><p><em>To review all opportunities at TYGES International, please visit our website at www.tyges.com. Partner with TYGES International,&nbsp;we&nbsp;work with serious professionals who want to advance their career. Our firm specializes in Heavy Industrial&nbsp;and Manufacturing Industries. Due to significant growth, we&rsquo;re constantly looking for qualified professionals who want to partner with us to meet their career objectives. We understand and appreciate that confidentiality, open communication, and good follow through is important to a partnership. Don&rsquo;t partner with just anyone. Come join our team and partner with TYGES!</em></p><br /><br /><br /><strong>Industry:</strong> Manufacturing / Diversified<br /><strong>Discipline:</strong> Industrial/Mechanical Engin.<br /><strong>Experience:</strong> 5 - 7 Years<br /><strong>Level:</strong> Director<br /><strong>Compensation:</strong> $100K<br /><strong>Company:</strong> World Renowned Manufacturer]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 15 Nov 2009 23:15:40 -0800</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[Assistant Vice President, Retirement Plans Administration
	      , Sales/Marketing]]></title><link>http://portland.ipsojobs.com/job/assistant-vice-president-retirement-plans-administration/12-215566</link><description><![CDATA[<p>If youre someone who likes to stand out from the crowd and make a positive difference, youll fit in at The Standard . We set ourselves apart in the retirement plan business by paying attention to details as we are redefining what a retirement plan should be. If thats your kind of challenge, you could be our kind of employee. Consider joining our team.As the Assistant Vice President, Retirement Plans Administration you will manage the Retirement Plans Admininstration group to ensure processes, metrics and performance to customer and business requirements are established and aligned across multiple departments. In addition, you will support the acquisition, service and retention of all Retirement Plans customers to achieve target increases in premium growth and persistency, by setting and increasing targets for quality service and operational efficiency. </p><p>Primary responsibilities for this role include:Build and manage the infrastructure of operations services and interfaces needed to meet and exceed customer expectations. Ensure end-to-end processes are aligned with customer requirements. Identify, develop and manage new business opportunities to contribute toward the accomplishment of corporate goals. Ensure relationships with customers are maintained. Partner with Sales in customer presentations and calls to represent Retirement Plans. Implement and manage critical controls and policies for all aspects of Admin to ensure consistent processes and service. Ensure Admin processes and metrics are alignedDirect the development of plan administration for new products and product features. Participate as a member of the Plan Services leadership team. Build and maintain effective and credible relationships with all peer organizations.Education: Degree in Business or related field, MBA preferredExperience: Minimum of 15 years progressive experience in Retirement Plans or financial services industries with a preference of at least 7 - 10 years of progressively responsible experience in management positions. Demonstrated experience in managing a multi-functional organization and successfully partnering cross organization to achieve business. Demonstrated experience managing operations functions. Proven experience in process and quality improvement, change management and customer account managementStandard Insurance Company, The Standard Life Insurance Company of New York, Standard Retirement Services, Inc., StanCorp Equities, Inc. and StanCorp Investment Advisers, Inc., marketed as The Standard, are Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age or any other condition protected by federal, state or local law. The Standard offers a drug and alcohol free work environment where possession, manufacture, transfer, offer, use of or being impaired by an illegal substance while on Standard property, or in other cases which the company believes might affect operations, safety or reputation of the company is prohibited. The Standard requires a criminal background investigation, drug test, employment, education and licensing verification as a condition of employment. </p><br /><br /><br /><strong>Industry:</strong> Financial Services<br /><strong>Discipline:</strong> General Mngmnt/Strategy Consulting<br /><strong>Experience:</strong> 8 - 10 Years<br /><strong>Level:</strong> VP<br /><strong>Compensation:</strong> $100K+<br /><strong>Company:</strong> The Standard]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 15 Nov 2009 23:08:05 -0800</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[Senior Director of Marketing  - MRI-2395
	      , Sales/Marketing]]></title><link>http://portland.ipsojobs.com/job/senior-director-of-marketing-mri-2395/12-215553</link><description><![CDATA[<p><strong>Duties and Responsibilities:</strong></p><br /><p><strong></strong>&nbsp;</p><br /><p>The Director of Marketing will develop strategies and implement plans for current and next-generation clinical diagnostics products.&nbsp; You will evaluate opportunities and develop market strategies for companion diagnostics, pharmacogenomics and OEM molecular diagnostic technology.&nbsp; Customer segments include reference labs, hospitals and partnering diagnostic manufacturers.&nbsp; You will define the product portfolio and mange the Life Cycle for your brands, and have full P&L responsibility &ndash; including operational and manufacturing decisions.&nbsp;&nbsp; Ultimately it will be your responsibility to drive the strategic planning and tactical execution for the entire product line in the clinical diagnostic segment.</p><br /><p>&nbsp;</p><br /><p>As we move from a technology based organization to one that is market drive, we need savvy marketing leaders who have been there before.&nbsp; This is a high profile role where you will collaborate closely with colleagues in R&D, Sales and Finance, and your team will be expected to work closely with customers to stay abreast of the changing needs in the Molecular Diagnostics community &ndash; including needs for instruments, reagents and software.&nbsp;&nbsp; </p><br /><p>&nbsp;</p><br /><p>In addition to budgeting and market positioning duties, another important responsibility will be to evaluate and implement licensing and acquisition strategies for the company.&nbsp;&nbsp; With this breadth of responsibilities, we need someone who can inspire and lead others through these times of changing market conditions.&nbsp; Our rapid rate of expansion means that significant opportunities exist for career advancement and professional development.&nbsp; </p><br /><p>&nbsp;</p><br /><p><strong>Qualifications</strong></p><br /><p><strong></strong>&nbsp;</p><br /><p>The successful candidate will have the following attributes:</p><br /><p>&nbsp;</p><br /><ul><br /><li>7+ years of marketing experience in the Molecular Diagnostics business <br /></li><li>Experience commercializing and launching new technology <br /></li><li>2+ years of supervisory experience of marketing personnel <br /></li><li>Excellent presentation and interpersonal communication skills <br /></li><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree or better in a scientific discipline; MBA or PhD preferred</li></ul><br /><p>&nbsp;</p><br /><p>A highly competitive base salary is provided, along with an industry leading bonus, benefits package and profit sharing program.&nbsp; A full relocation package is also provided.&nbsp; If you are a self-starter who enjoys the challenges and rewards of working in a technical, high-growth market, and if your background matches these qualifications, please forward your confidential resume.</p><br /><br /><br /><strong>Industry:</strong> Chemicals<br /><strong>Discipline:</strong> Strategy & Bus Dev<br /><strong>Experience:</strong> 5 - 7 Years<br /><strong>Level:</strong> Director<br /><strong>Compensation:</strong> $150K - $180K<br /><strong>Company:</strong> Molecular Diagnostics Tech Supplier]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 15 Nov 2009 23:07:41 -0800</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[ERP Sales Executive
	      , Sales/Marketing]]></title><link>http://portland.ipsojobs.com/job/erp-sales-executive/12-215515</link><description><![CDATA[<p align="center"><strong>ERP Sales Executive</strong></p><br /><p>&nbsp;</p><br /><p><strong>Overview:</strong></p><br /><p>&nbsp;</p><br /><p>This position is with a leading technology provider of business management solutions serving small and medium-sized retail and wholesale distribution businesses in three primary vertical markets: hardlines and lumber; wholesale distribution; and the automotive parts aftermarket.&nbsp; More than 30,000 customer locations use their solutions to manage their day-to-day operations.</p><br /><p>&nbsp;</p><br /><p>They are looking for an Enterprise Software Sales Account Executive in Seattle or Portland to be responsible for the Northwest Territory. &nbsp;Reporting to the Area Sales Manager, this position is responsible for driving next generation enterprise retail software solutions and professional services revenue by identifying, pursuing and closing new customers from assigned prospect base of specialty retail durable goods accounts located within assigned geographic territory.&nbsp; This position is located in Seattle, WA, or Portland, OR.</p><br /><p>&nbsp;</p><br /><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><br /><p>&nbsp;</p><br /><p>The primary responsibilities of the Enterprise Software Sales Account Executive are:</p><br /><p>&nbsp;</p><br /><ul><br /><li>Develop and maintain sales and marketing plan for assigned territory.</li><br /><li>Develop and maintain opportunity pipeline that drives sales activities, ensuring that revenue goals are exceeded</li><br /><li>Disciplined and accurate reporting of opportunity pipeline and sales activities into Salesforce.com</li><br /><li>Maintain and drive high level of weekly sales activities.</li><br /><li>Use Value Add and Solution Selling sales methodologies to: <br /><ul><br /><li>Create initial interest</li><br /><li>Identify, define and document critical business needs</li><br /><li>Create vision of potential solutions to critical business needs</li><br /><li>Effectively justify return on investment</li><br /><li>Qualify, control and close opportunities </li><br /></ul><br /></li><br /><li>Develop deep product knowledge</li><br /><li>Set proper expectations in sales cycles that result in customers who can be used as positive references for future prospects</li><br /></ul><br /><p><strong>&nbsp;</strong></p><br /><p><strong>Requirements:</strong></p><br /><p>&nbsp;</p><br /><p>The primary requirements for the position of the Enterprise Software Sales Account Executive are:</p><br /><p>&nbsp;</p><br /><ul><br /><li>BA/BS in Business, Distribution, Operations, Logistics or related field of study preferred.</li><br /><li>Solid experience in and strong knowledge of consumer hard goods retail business processes such as sales order processing, inventory management, purchasing, pricing, accounting, or supply chain management.</li><br /><li>Three to five plus years of proven and consistent success in selling high-value enterprise software solutions and services (ERP, SCM, MES, WMS, or RF / Wireless application software experience strongly preferred).</li><br /><li>Demonstrated ability to: <br /><ul><br /><li>Exceed quarterly and annual sales objectives,</li><br /><li>Identify, qualify, and close sales opportunities,</li><br /><li>Develop and maintain effective business, sales, and marketing plans,</li><br /><li>Implement and follow successful sales processes</li><br /><li>Be a self-starter and independent thinker with the aptitude to work autonomously</li><br /><li>Resolve broadly-defined, complex, diverse, and occasionally unprecedented situations.</li><br /><li>Create strong ability to create sales presentations, messages, position statements, and other sales collateral.</li><br /></ul><br /></li><br /><li>Strong communication skills, both verbal and written. </li><br /><li>Ability to communicate with and present to all levels within prospect&rsquo;s organization as well as within the company.</li><br /><li>Ability to build and maintain strategic relationships with C-level, senior business IT executives or business owners.</li><br /><li>Excellent time management and follow-up skills.</li><br /><li>Excellent PC and Internet skills, including knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, sales force automation and web meeting tools.</li><br /><li>Ability to work independently in dynamic and fast-paced environment.</li><br /><li>Flexibility in work schedule.</li><br /><li>Overnight regional travel</li><br /></ul><br /><p>&nbsp;</p><br /><p><strong>Compensation:</strong></p><br /><p>&nbsp;</p><br /><ul><br /><li>Competitive base salary + bonus program (total $140K+).</li><br /><li>Full benefit package.</li><br /></ul><br /><p>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</p><br /><p><strong>To Apply:</strong></p><br /><p>&nbsp;</p><br /><p>For consideration, please send resume to:</p><br /><p>&nbsp;</p><br /><p>Ben Schrenzel</p><br /><p>General Manager</p><br /><p>NexTec&nbsp;Recruiting Services</p><br /><p>1619 8th Avenue N</p><br /><p>Seattle, WA 98109</p><br /><p>206-826-2975</p><br /><p>www.NexTecRecruiting.com</p><br /><p>bschrenzel(a)NexTecRecruiting.com</p><br /><br /><br /><strong>Industry:</strong> Software<br /><strong>Discipline:</strong> Bus Dev<br /><strong>Experience:</strong> Less than 5 Years<br /><strong>Compensation:</strong> $140K+<br /><strong>Company:</strong> Leading Software Developer]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 15 Nov 2009 23:06:11 -0800</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sr  Major Account Executive
	      , Sales/Marketing]]></title><link>http://portland.ipsojobs.com/job/sr-major-account-executive/12-213261</link><description><![CDATA[General Summary: <br /><br />Generate revenue by selling solution-based products such as VoIP, broadband, and integrated communication services within our middle market business segment. Market focus is on customers whose average monthly telecom spend is $25k - $75k.<br /><br /><br /><br />Essential Duties and Responsibilities:<br /><br /> 	Attain monthly sales quota and meet required sales activity levels, including, but not limited to: contacting prospective customers by telephone, cold call premise visits, networking, lead generation, proposal submission, and customer appointments.<br /><br /> 	Develop and implement sales plans that provide clearly defined strategies, tactics, and timeframes to maximize performance. <br /><br /> 	Develop, implement, and manage actions to cross-sell and up-sell services to existing customers earning additional business.<br /><br /> 	Apply sound strategies for protecting accounts and penetrating accounts held by competitors.<br /><br /> 	Prepare and present professional proposals specific to customer needs and that align with their goals, critical success factors, and strategic vision ultimately moving them toward the purchase. Compile sales proposal documents and ensure proper documentation is completed.<br /><br /> 	Partner with customers through strategic and consultative sales approach to understand their business needs, issues, strategies, and priorities to deliver a value-adding business solution.<br /><br /> 	Provide accurate and detailed sales forecast of identified and proposed opportunities ensuring sales quota attainment.<br /><br /> 	Develop and maintain positive and comfortable relationships with prospects, customers, and internal resources. Understand the dynamics of prospective and customer organizations to appropriately align with key decision makers and decision influencers.<br /><br /> 	Convey information, verbal and written, clearly and efficiently in a way that sets clear expectations and encourages open dialogue and understanding with prospects and customers. <br /><br /> 	Close sales engagements with customers by gaining commitment to implement the value-adding solution(s).<br /><br /> 	Participate in all mandatory and voluntary training programs that will enhance knowledge, skills, and abilities and maximize performance and skill development.<br /><br /> 	Collaborate with internal resources to share information, coordinate sales, and provide assistance as needed to ensure customer requirements and expectations are met.<br /><br /> 	Maintain knowledge of XO products and services including features, benefits, changes, applications, ability to be customized, and how to effectively distinguish them from competitor offerings and position them to meet customers  needs. Understand and adapt to constantly changing products in a perpetually changing industry.<br /><br /> 	Document all initial and on-going customer contacts in the appropriate databases.<br /><br /> 	Other duties as assigned.<br /><br /><br /><br />Minimum Qualifications:<br /><br /> 	Education:  Bachelors degree preferred<br /><br /><br /><br /> 	Relevant Work Experience:  <br /><br /> 	4 - 5 years business sales experience<br /><br /> 	1 year telecom or high technology industry experience (required)<br /><br /><br /><br /> 	XO sales employees with six-months off ramp performance at or above the targeted quota for a Sr MAE will be eligible for consideration<br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br />Knowledge, Skills and Abilities<br /><br /> 	Must be able to attend on-site customer appointments on a daily basis. These customer appointments are, and usually are, in multiple locations.<br /><br /> 	Excellent communication, presentation, qualifying, closing, and negotiation skills<br /><br /> 	Advanced account management skills<br /><br /> 	Advanced knowledge and experience in Sales Management, Time Management, Business Case & Financial Analysis. <br /><br /> 	Advanced understanding and experience in Telecommunications: Voice<br /><br /><br /><strong>Industry:</strong> Telecommunications<br /><strong>Discipline:</strong> Direct Sales<br /><strong>Experience:</strong> Less than 5 Years<br /><strong>Compensation:</strong> $100K+<br /><strong>Company:</strong> XO Communications]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 08 Nov 2009 23:15:34 -0800</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[Director of Product Marketing
	      , Sales/Marketing]]></title><link>http://portland.ipsojobs.com/job/director-of-product-marketing/12-213202</link><description><![CDATA[<p>We are seeking a dynamic and driven <strong>Director of</strong> <strong>Product Marketing</strong> to join an elite team of high performers crafting the go-to-market strategies for an industry leading software company. In this highly visible role, you will define the brand, positioning and messaging for the lead product line, delivering customer value, increased revenue and winning products. You will collaborate closely with the corporate marketing and global sales teams on promotion, demand generation, and sales team enablement.</p><br /><p>To be considered, you will possess:</p><br /><ul><br /><li>BS in Business Administration, Marketing, MIS, Computer Science or related field. MBA preferred.</li><br /><li>10+ years of experience in product marketing in a global software company. </li><br /><li>Demonstrated success in software product launches and product definition. </li><br /><li>Vertical industry knowledge of financial services or retail industry. </li><br /></ul><br /><p>Learn more about this exciting opportunity now. Submit your resume.</p><br /><br /><br /><strong>Industry:</strong> Software<br /><strong>Discipline:</strong> Product Marketing<br /><strong>Experience:</strong> 11 - 15 Years<br /><strong>Level:</strong> Director<br /><strong>Compensation:</strong> $100K+<br /><strong>Company:</strong> Software Company]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 08 Nov 2009 23:14:53 -0800</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[Director of Product Marketing (#850)
	      , Sales/Marketing]]></title><link>http://portland.ipsojobs.com/job/director-of-product-marketing-850/12-213134</link><description><![CDATA[<p>The Director of Product Marketing is a senior level position in the Product Management team reporting the VP of Product Management.&nbsp; The role spans the entire product lifecycle and requires strategic thinking, solid business acumen, and a passion for driving tactical execution across functions.&nbsp; The position is primarily tasked with developing and overseeing highly effective go-to-market strategies designed to significantly grow sales of&nbsp;enterprise analytics products and services.&nbsp; In this capacity, you will work closely with the corporate marketing teams and the global sales teams to ensure success.&nbsp; Beyond driving product line strategies, the primary areas of focus include messaging, positioning, sales enablement, promotion and demand generation, and overall product performance against key metrics.</p><br /><p>&nbsp;</p><br /><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><br /><ul><br /><li>Assess market opportunities, competitive positioning and product portfolio to drive an understanding of customer and partner benefits. </li><br /><li>Drive market segmentation strategy, targeting and message platforms consistently across diverse markets.&nbsp; Affect sales understanding and comprehension with systematic communications and training. </li><br /><li>Define sales opportunities and market entry strategies based upon market place dynamics, product benefits, and competitive positioning.&nbsp; Create supporting sales materials and references. </li><br /><li>Create and implement marketing plans that include new product introductions, lifecycle management and promotional strategies for reaching target buyers. </li><br /><li>Assume overall leadership and responsibility for the successful launch and adoption of products and solutions, and assessment of market acceptance.&nbsp; </li><br /><li>Create a strong relationship with sales and marketing to develop comprehensive product launch programs and communication strategies. </li><br /><li>Work with marketing communications to create effective and comprehensive sales and customer communications strategy, product collateral (e.g., data sheets, whitepapers, demos, etc.) and appropriate web content that best represents the voice of the customer. </li><br /><li>Maintain product marketing goals, strategy, and promotional calendar. </li><br /><li>Define goals and success metrics for the product marketing function; oversee analysis and evaluation of all programs.</li><br /><li>Meet performance targets and budgeted goals.</li><br /></ul><br /><p>&nbsp;</p><br /><p><strong>Interaction:</strong></p><br /><ul><br /><li>This position is an internal and external facing position.&nbsp; Ability to interact with and influence product marketing, engineering, sales and services as well as customers and partners is required.&nbsp; Ability to lead and influence cross-functional teams required.&nbsp;&nbsp;</li><br /></ul><br /><p><strong>Experience & Education</strong></p><br /><ul><br /><li>A minimum of 10 years in of highly relevant product marketing experience in the software industry; analytics experience strongly preferred</li><br /><li>Experience with worldwide operations in a global company</li><br /><li>Significant experience with one or more vertical industry markets, including Financial Services, or Retail. </li><br /><li>Understanding of direct and indirect market channels </li><br /><li>Proven business and market planning skills </li><br /><li>BA/BS -MBA preferred</li><br /></ul><br /><p>&nbsp;</p><br /><p><strong>Skills</strong></p><br /><ul><br /><li>Excellent presentation and communication skills </li><br /><li>Strong influencing skills across diverse cross functional teams </li><br /><li>Able to drive teams to successful results </li><br /><li>Established record of driving market adoption </li><br /><li>Strong understanding of sales solution selling and product lifecycle development </li><br /><li>Effective and creative problem solver </li><br /><li>Travel is required and will vary but may be as much to 25%.</li><br /></ul><br /><br /><br /><strong>Industry:</strong> Business Services<br /><strong>Discipline:</strong> Product Marketing<br /><strong>Experience:</strong> 11 - 15 Years<br /><strong>Level:</strong> Director<br /><strong>Compensation:</strong> $120K+<br /><strong>Company:</strong> Wavestaff Inc.]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 08 Nov 2009 23:14:18 -0800</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[Technical Product Manager
	      , Sales/Marketing]]></title><link>http://portland.ipsojobs.com/job/technical-product-manager/12-213133</link><description><![CDATA[<p>We are seeking a <strong>Technical Product Manager</strong> to join a team of six product managers. Our client, a mid-sized, established software company is bringing innovation to the IT security and compliance market. In this exciting role, you will collaborate closely with the engineering and product marketing organizations, as well as sales, providing technical input during customer meetings. You will derive, document, communicate, promote, and continuously refine a product vision and roadmap supporting business goals, objectives, and expectations.</p><br /><p>To be considered for this exciting opportunity, you will possess:</p><br /><ul><br /><li>BSCS or MSCS </li><br /><li>5+ years of experience in software development of enterprise systems </li><br /><li>2+ years experience in product management </li><br /><li>Security software experience and MBA preferred </li><br /></ul><br /><p>Submit your resume now to learn more!</p><br /><br /><br /><strong>Industry:</strong> Software<br /><strong>Discipline:</strong> Product Marketing<br /><strong>Experience:</strong> 5 - 7 Years<br /><strong>Compensation:</strong> $100K+<br /><strong>Company:</strong> Software Company]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 08 Nov 2009 23:14:18 -0800</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[Product Marketing Manager
	      , Sales/Marketing]]></title><link>http://portland.ipsojobs.com/job/product-marketing-manager/12-213028</link><description><![CDATA[<p>Make an immediate impact on your new employer&rsquo;s bottom line! Our client, a mid-sized, established software company is known for their constant innovation in serving their market. We are seeking an &ldquo;A Player&rdquo; <strong>Product Marketing Manager</strong> to drive product planning and marketing in this fast-paced, exciting environment. In this dynamic role, you will be responsible for delivering winning products into the market place through collaboration with engineering, marketing, sales, operations and support. You will derive, document, communicate, promote, and continuously refine a product vision, roadmap and go-to-market strategy supporting business goals, objectives, and expectations.</p><br /><p>For success in this role, you will bring:</p><br /><ul><br /><li>BS in Business Administration, Marketing, MIS, Computer Science or related field. </li><br /><li>5+ years of experience in software product marketing or product management </li><br /><li>Demonstrated success in software product launches and product definition </li><br /><li>MBA preferred </li><br /></ul><br /><p>To be considered for this exciting opportunity, contact us now!</p><br /><br /><br /><strong>Industry:</strong> Software<br /><strong>Discipline:</strong> Product Marketing<br /><strong>Experience:</strong> 5 - 7 Years<br /><strong>Compensation:</strong> $100K+<br /><strong>Company:</strong> Established Software Company]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 08 Nov 2009 23:12:46 -0800</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[Director of Client Services
	      , Sales/Marketing]]></title><link>http://portland.ipsojobs.com/job/director-of-client-services/12-212742</link><description><![CDATA[<p align="left"><strong>No phone calls please</strong></p><br /><p>&nbsp;</p><br /><p align="left"><strong>No Recruiters please</strong></p><br /><p><strong>&nbsp;</strong></p><br /><p><strong>go to www.r2cgroup.com to view how to apply.</strong></p><br /><p>&nbsp;</p><br /><p align="left"><strong>&nbsp;</strong></p><br /><p align="left"><strong>Summary of position</strong></p><br /><p>Leading Television Advertising Agency is seeking a <strong><em>Director</em></strong><strong><em> of Client Services </em></strong>in Portland, OR corporate office.&nbsp; Candidate should have considerable experience in campaign account supervision. Experience in direct response television creative/production, direct marketing and clear understanding of ROI driven advertising and marketing campaigns would be a major plus!</p><br /><p>&nbsp;</p><br /><p>Candidate must be able to work in high pressure, team environment providing leadership & hands on experience in three key areas:</p><br /><p>&nbsp;</p><br /><p align="left">&nbsp;</p><br /><p>&nbsp;</p><br /><p align="left"><strong>Director of Client Services: &nbsp; </strong></p><br /><ul><br /><li>Expert understanding of managing Client&rsquo;s thru creative/production process</li><br /><li>Hires, trains and oversees a staff of Account Executives and provide strong leadership/mentoring. </li><br /><li>Participates in agency process development, deployment and training</li><br /></ul><br /><p align="left">&nbsp;</p><br /><p align="left">&nbsp;</p><br /><p align="left"><strong>General Responsibilities</strong></p><br /><ul><br /><li>High level Client Account Management</li><br /><li>Budgeting/ Timeline Creation</li><br /><li>New business/ pitch work</li><br /><li>Campaign Development</li><br /><li>Complete assignments &/ or agreements within deadlines. </li><br /><li>Communicates agencies points of view to client</li><br /><li>Assures client development and satisfaction</li><br /><li>Client entertainment</li><br /><li>Communicates client issues and opportunities to CEO and VP of R2 and involves them when appropriate</li><br /><li>Serves on R2 Management Committee</li><br /><li>Motivates, coaches, counsels and delegates project work to staff</li><br /><li>Facilitates staff reviews and deals with performance issues</li><br /></ul><br /><p align="left">&nbsp;</p><br /><p><strong>&nbsp;</strong></p><br /><p><strong>Supervises the following staff: </strong></p><br /><ul><br /><li>Account Directors</li><br /><li>Account Supervisors</li><br /><li>Account Executives</li><br /><li>Account Coordinators</li><br /></ul><br /><p>&nbsp;</p><br /><p>&nbsp;</p><br /><p><strong>About R2C Group</strong></p><br /><p>Based in Portland, Oregon, the R2C Group is one of the largest privately held full-service direct-response advertising agencies in the country and the parent company of divisions; Cmedia, Respond2, Production West and Marketing & Media Services. We provide ROI driven advertising services for many of the world&rsquo;s leading brands. With over 200 employees, we have offices in Portland OR, Philadelphia PA, Billings MT, San Francisco CA and Providence RI. R2C Group&rsquo;s clients include General Mills, Procter & Gamble, Estee Lauder, Adobe, Philips, The Home Depot, Bare Escentuals, Icon Health & Fitness, Humana Healthcare, Nautilus Bowflex, Euro-Pro, Freescore.com and many others. &nbsp;<strong></strong></p><br /><br /><br /><strong>Industry:</strong> Advertising & Marketing Services<br /><strong>Discipline:</strong> Advertising & Media<br /><strong>Experience:</strong> 8 - 10 Years<br /><strong>Compensation:</strong> $100K+<br /><strong>Company:</strong> Respond2]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 08 Nov 2009 23:05:16 -0800</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[Experienced Financial Advisor - Established Book
	      , Sales/Marketing]]></title><link>http://portland.ipsojobs.com/job/experienced-financial-advisor-established-book/12-211011</link><description><![CDATA[<p>Registered Financial Advisor</p><br /><ul><br /><li>Do you have an established book of business &nbsp; </li><br /><li>Are you dissatisfied with your current situation  (employer, comp model, etc.)</li><br /><li>Are you interested in discussing a new home and negotiating your book  &nbsp;&nbsp;</li><br /><li>Women and minorities strongly encouraged to apply!</li><br /></ul><br /><p><strong>Registered Advisors (Team & Sole Practioner Roles): &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; </strong><strong>&nbsp;</strong></p><br /><p>Our premier Financial Client is seeking proven successful Financial Advisors with 7 - 20 years of experience (minimum assets under management $20M, production $200k.<br /><strong><br />Responsibilities:</strong>&nbsp;</p><br /><ul><br /><li>Continue to build client relationships with established clients.&nbsp; </li><br /><li>Build relationships with clients seeking a new Financial Advisor to achieve their financial goals through the use of financial planning and wealth management.</li><br /><li>Market and sell appropriate investment products, financial and wealth management services/products to clients.</li><br /><li>Analyze investment opportunities and client needs, and recommend appropriate strategies</li><br /><li>Prepare and deliver presentations/seminars to clients and prospects.</li><br /><li>Re-establish your client base under new umbrella</li><br /><li>Comply with all industry rules and regulations.</li><br /></ul><br /><p><strong>Minimum Qualifications:</strong>&nbsp;</p><br /><ul><br /><li>Currently a producing financial advisor with a book of business. </li><br /><li><strong>1st or 2nd Quintile producer</strong></li><br /><li>Track record of stable and successful work experience with same employer for a period of 5 - 10 years.&nbsp; <strong>Prefer no more than 2 moves in the last 10 years please.</strong></li><br /><li><strong>Series 7 and 66 registration</strong>, and additional licensing<br />Ability to communicate effectively with co-workers and clients.</li><br /><li>A bachelor&rsquo;s degree with 10 years of business experience and proven success in a previous career.</li><br /><li><strong>Must have good credit and a clean U-4</strong></li><br /><li>Proven Financial Professional!<br /><br /><strong>Women and Minorities strongly encouraged to apply!</strong></li><br /></ul><br /><br /><br /><strong>Industry:</strong> Financial Services<br /><strong>Discipline:</strong> Bus Dev<br /><strong>Experience:</strong> 8 - 10 Years<br /><strong>Compensation:</strong> Up to $200K+<br /><strong>Company:</strong> Premiere Financial Client]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 03 Nov 2009 23:04:24 -0800</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[Account Executive, Pacific Northwest
	      , Sales/Marketing]]></title><link>http://portland.ipsojobs.com/job/account-executive-pacific-northwest/12-210546</link><description><![CDATA[<p>I am currently looking for an<strong> <em>Account Executive</em></strong> for a client of mine to cover the Pacific Northwest Territory (based in Seattle or Portland).&nbsp; If you are a hunter and accustomed to a good deal of travel, and are open to an opportunity with great rewards then please read the job description below.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<br /><br /><strong><em>My client</em></strong> <strong><em>is a stocking distributor, processor and manufacturer of electronic and electrical wire and cable products</em></strong> with warehouses in Wisconsin, South Carolina, Ohio, Arizona and Texas. Each of their regional warehouse locations maintains a broad range of products, including most types of electronic, instrumentation, and computer cable; lead, hook-up and high temperature wire; tubing; portable cord and control cable; power, mining and reeling cable.&nbsp; <br /><br />This&nbsp;outside sales hunter will have the ability position my client as a Premier Global Supplier of wire, cable and wire management products to OEMs and their&nbsp;sub-assemblers.&nbsp;&nbsp;They utilize&nbsp;state of the art technology&nbsp;to provide quality products, on time, at competitive prices and offer inventory, striping, dyeing, twisting, printing, respooling, and drum packing in a service environment that&nbsp;generates customer delight.&nbsp;&nbsp;Continuous improvement&nbsp;and customer service represent the cornerstones&nbsp;of this distribution organization. <br /><br /><strong>Position:</strong> <strong><em>Account Executive, Pacific Northwest<br /></em></strong><strong>Territory:</strong> Based in&nbsp;Seatle or Portland&nbsp;&ndash; Covers Washington, Oregon, Idaho, Montana and British Columbia<br /><strong>Reports to:</strong> Western Regional Sales Manager<br /><br /><strong>OVERVIEW:</strong></p><br /><p>The Account Executive (AE) performs field promotional work to sell and develop new business accounts. Assigned to an established territory or market, the Account Executive assesses customer&rsquo;s needs and uses his/her advanced knowledge of our products and services to meet those needs. The quintessential salesperson, the AE is our ambassador in the field, developing relationships both outward facing and inward facing. The AE manages the prospective customer profile in 20/20 Vision, a company utilized CRM tool. The AE maintains contacts with customers and ensures their needs are served within the context of our Company goals.<br /><br /><strong>KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:</strong><br /><strong>Sales Planning (Identification, Qualification & Preparation)</strong><br />- Develop a territory/market annual sales plan, consistent with the goals and objectives of the Company, to be reviewed and updated quarterly with the Regional Manager.<br />- Develop and implement sales strategies for prospecting and acquiring new customers within his or her assigned territory.<br />- Identify prospects garnered in the field and enter them into 20/20 Vision.<br />- Review prospects identified from internal and external partners and sources.<br />- Qualify prospective customers utilizing the tools and information provided from marketing and/or 20/20 Vision,<br />- Conduct pre-call preparation and appointment confirmation<br />- Work in partnership with marketing to become fully informed about the prospective customer prior to the face-to-face meeting.<br />- Develop a quarterly travel schedule in consultation with the Regional Manager, balancing time spent with both prospective accounts and existing customers.<br /><br /><strong>Sales Calls (Attention & Information)</strong><br />- Meet face to face with customers and prospects at least 80% of time on the job.<br />- Utilize strong sales skills of engaging the prospect, asking key questions, and listening for opportunities.<br />- Utilize strong knowledge of our products and services to analyze customer needs and opportunities.<br /><br /><strong>Sales Growth (Closure, Delivery & Follow-up)<br />- </strong>Summarize needs, solutions, and values for the customer<br />- Working collaboratively with the Account Manager (AM) and Purchasing to assist in the preparation of the quotation/bid package.<br />- Negotiate pricing, terms and delivery within Company guidelines in order to maximize sales volume and margins.<br />- Secure P.O./contract<br />- Work with the AM to set-up customer in SAP and secure credit as appropriate.</p><br /><p><strong><br />Education and/or Experience - </strong>A bachelor&rsquo;s degree is a plus and three to five years of related experience; or a combination of education and experience.<br /><br /><strong><strong><strong>Sales and Marketing Knowledge<br /></strong></strong></strong>Knowledge of principles and methods for showing, promoting and selling products and services.&nbsp; This includes marketing strategy and tactics, product demonstration, sales techniques and sales control systems.&nbsp; Must demonstrate sales knowledge in OEM sales, contract assembly sales, or manufacturing sales.&nbsp;&nbsp;Preferred experience in Wire & Cable industry.Must reside in&nbsp;the&nbsp;Los Angeles&nbsp;area.<br /><br /><strong>Travel - </strong>Frequent travel required to perform work related travel. 80% or more in the field. <br /><br /><em>This position will work<strong> virtually</strong>, from a home office.&nbsp; Must reside in the&nbsp;Seattle or Portland&nbsp;area.<br /><br /></em></p><br /><p><strong>Ideal Profile:</strong><br />- Having worked remotely<br />- Distribution experience (electronic, electrical, OEM)<br />- 3 to 5 years experience in Field<br />- High energy<br />- Positive attitude<br />- Business savvy<br />- Distributor experience<br />- Familiarity with players, who&rsquo;s doing what</p><br /><br /><br /><strong>Industry:</strong> Manufacturing / Electronics<br /><strong>Discipline:</strong> Direct Sales<br /><strong>Experience:</strong> 5 - 7 Years<br /><strong>Compensation:</strong> $100K<br /><strong>Company:</strong> Distributor  /  Manufacturer]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 02 Nov 2009 23:17:06 -0800</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[Associate DirectX  Driver and / or 3D Driver Engineers
	      , Computers/Internet]]></title><link>http://portland.ipsojobs.com/job/associate-directx-driver-and-or-3d-driver-engineers/3-209757</link><description><![CDATA[<p>Our privately, held client is seeking Associate DirectX* Driver Developers and/or 3D Driver Engineers who will help us architect and lead the implementation of features in our DirectX* or OGL* drivers. In this position, you will be expected to help set direction for the architecture and/or implementation of new features including opportunities to influence the overall architecture, debugging driver issues, and performance analysis.</p><br /><p>&nbsp;</p><br /><p>Qualifications</p><br /><p>&nbsp;</p><br /><p>You must possess a minimum Bachelors of Science Degree in Computer Science or Computer Engineering. A Masters of Science degree in Computer Science or Computer Engineering is preferred.</p><br /><p>&nbsp;</p><br /><p>Additional Minimum Qualifications include:</p><br /><p>- 7 years of either Direct X* and/or OGL* experience(either at the application programming level or at the driver level)</p><br /><p>- 3 years of parallel programming models</p><br /><p>- Experience owning or leading the delivery of key features or components for graphics products</p><br /><p>- Work experience designing and/or developing graphics drivers for Windows* operating systems</p><br /><p>- Excellent planning, organization, presentation, and communication skills</p><br /><p>- Ability to deal with highly complex systems and apply analytical problem solving</p><br /><p>&nbsp;</p><br /><p>Preferred Qualifications include:</p><br /><p>-Strong knowledge of Intel x86 Architecture</p><br /><p>- Experience w/ emulation of GPU&rsquo;s</p><br /><p>- Familiarity with modern GPU architectures</p><br /><p>- Experience with x86 assembly language programming</p><br /><p>- Clear examples demonstrating passion to innovate and win</p><br /><p>- Knowledge of the gaming industry</p><br /><br /><br /><strong>Industry:</strong> Business Services<br /><strong>Discipline:</strong> SW Design/Dev<br /><strong>Experience:</strong> 8 - 10 Years<br /><strong>Compensation:</strong> $109K +<br /><strong>Company:</strong> Privately, Held Billion $$$ Corporation]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 01 Nov 2009 23:15:52 -0800</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[Business Development Manager - Energy Systems
	      , Sales/Marketing]]></title><link>http://portland.ipsojobs.com/job/business-development-manager-energy-systems/12-209633</link><description><![CDATA[<p>Our client is seeking an individual to manage the Strategic Business Development within their Energy Systems Department.</p><br /><p>The Energy Systems Department is responsible for identifying and incubating opportunities to expand their business in the energy industry, leveraging their existing business competencies in solar systems, consumer electronics and devices. The department undertakes a wide range of activities including: analysis of industry and regulatory trends; development and promotion of business and technology strategies; business and economic modeling; innovative technology development and prototyping; industry partnership and relationship development; deployment of systems in industry pilots and trials.&nbsp;</p><br /><p>They are an international company, financially secure and growing.</p><br /><p>&nbsp;</p><br /><p>The Business Development Manager will</p><br /><ul><br /><li>identify actionable business opportunities in the Energy Industry through in-depth analysis of business, policy and technology trends related to smart-grid and renewable energy. </li><br /><li>Work with senior management to construct comprehensive proposals, identify a path to execute on these opportunities and to promote them within the company.</li><br /></ul><br /><p>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Additional duties will include;</p><br /><ul><br /><li>Prioritization of industry segments, industry alliances and regulatory bodies (emphasizing North America) for&nbsp; analysis based on strategic objectives </li><br /><li>Monitoring and reporting on industry developments and&nbsp; policy trends, providing insight on opportunities and threats</li><br /><li>Business modeling, economic analysis and competitive analysis in key identified business segments</li><br /><li>Representing our client as needed in high priority industry bodies, conferences, events and standards bodies</li><br /><li>Developing relationships with outside parties as needed to support strategic business development activities</li><br /><li>Interact closely with development teams in their southwest WA. facility</li><br /></ul><br /><p>&nbsp;</p><br /><p><strong>What we need from you:</strong></p><br /><p>&nbsp;</p><br /><ul><br /><li>At least 5 years direct experience working in the energy industry (e.g. electric utility, energy services provider, energy consulting) Energy industry experience in these areas is preferred: renewables, distribution, energy efficiency, demand side management</li><br /><li>Solid grasp of renewable energy systems, in particular photovoltaics, their interconnection requirements and related BOS</li><br /><li>Experience with market, competitor and business model analysis</li><br /><li>Ability to create actionable business opportunity proposals supported by in-depth analysis </li><br /><li>Demonstrable understanding of the North American Electric Power Industry, its current status, issues facing the industry and likely future direction of this industry in regard to smart-grid and renewable integration</li><br /><li>Excellent written and verbal communications skills</li><br /><li>Minimum Masters level education. Business, economics or equivalent is preferred, although education in relevant technical field is also acceptable when accompanied by at least three years of relevant business experience</li><br /><li>Knowledge of technical challenges facing deployment of smart-grid/high penetration renewables and potential solutions</li><br /><li>Prior experience representing company in standards bodies, industry alliances or regulatory bodies preferred.</li><br /></ul><br /><p>&nbsp;</p><br /><p>Relocation to the Portland Oregon Metro area available</p><br /><p>Salary plus benefits.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Submit qualified, chronological resume</p><br /><br /><br /><strong>Industry:</strong> Energy / Alternative<br /><strong>Discipline:</strong> Bus Dev<br /><strong>Experience:</strong> 5 - 7 Years<br /><strong>Compensation:</strong> $100K+<br /><strong>Company:</strong> Permantech]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 01 Nov 2009 23:13:54 -0800</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[Senior 3D Shader Compiler Engineer
	      , Computers/Internet]]></title><link>http://portland.ipsojobs.com/job/senior-3d-shader-compiler-engineer/3-209544</link><description><![CDATA[<p>Our privately-held client &nbsp;is seeking a Senior 3D Shader Compiler Engineer to develop high-performance, optimizing shader compiler code for upcoming graphics processors. In this position, your responsibilities will include but not be limited to:</p><br /><p>&nbsp;</p><br /><p>- Architecting and developing feature additions to an existing shader compiler for future shader languages</p><br /><p>- Responsible for backend code emitter work for optimizing the target code for size and speed</p><br /><p>- Responsible for the optimization of the compiler itself for high-performance</p><br /><p>&nbsp;</p><br /><p>Qualifications</p><br /><p>&nbsp;</p><br /><p>You should possess a minimum of a Master&rsquo;s degree in Computer Science or Computer Engineering. Additional qualifications include:</p><br /><p>- At least 7 years professional experience in software development</p><br /><p>- At least three years experience in 3D shader compiler development</p><br /><p>- At least five years professional experience with C++</p><br /><p>- Excellent planning, organization, presentation, and communication skills</p><br /><p>&nbsp;</p><br /><p>The following qualifications would be added advantages:</p><br /><p>- Strong knowledge of Intel x86 Architecture</p><br /><p>- Familiarity with modern GPU architectures</p><br /><p>- Experience with x86 assembly language programming</p><br /><p>- Experience with Microsft* DirectX* or OpenGL* driver development</p><br /><p>- Experience in OCL development</p><br /><p>- Experience in workstation requirements and applications</p><br /><p>-Clear examples demonstrating passion to innovate and win</p><br /><p>- Experience in MAC OS*</p><br /><br /><br /><strong>Industry:</strong> Semiconductors<br /><strong>Discipline:</strong> SW Design/Dev<br /><strong>Experience:</strong> 8 - 10 Years<br /><strong>Compensation:</strong> $188K+<br /><strong>Company:</strong> Privatelty-Held, Billion Dollar Corp.]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 01 Nov 2009 23:13:02 -0800</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[District Manager, Hospital Sales - NB50946794
	      , Sales/Marketing]]></title><link>http://portland.ipsojobs.com/job/district-manager-hospital-sales-nb50946794/12-209468</link><description><![CDATA[<p>- BS / BS degree is required<br />- 8+ years pharmaceutical or biotech sales experience<br />- 2+ years sales management experience (or management development program- internal)<br />- Direct, dedicated hospital sales experience required<br />Preferred Qualifications:<br />- 3+ years of specialty sales experience (oncology experience is preferred)<br />- Experience in biologics<br />- Buy and bill model experience<br />Additional Competencies:<br />Ability to consistently and objectively recognize and promote success behaviors, as well as diagnose and change unsatisfactory behaviors through effective coaching; ability to leverage market & customer knowledge to strategically target messages, resources, and activities within the territory; demonstrates knowledge of local payor coverage; ability to understand and articulate clinical concepts, data, and conclusions; demonstrated ability to utilize clinical information to effectively address customer questions and objections; ability to recruit candidates that meet the minimum job criteria; interviews and hires sales representatives that are capable and committed to fulfilling the job requirements; strong sense of responsibility and demonstrated self-discipline; setting appropriate short term and long term objectives; demonstrated success in communicating & collaborating with sales staff, peers, business unit counterparts in an effective and timely manner. Ability and proven track record of building a team.<br /><br />This position will require strong ability to collaborate cross-functionally with other Amgen business units including District Sales Mangers, Regional Sales Directors and Corporate Account Managers. Candidates will need to fully understand the oncology clinic, specialty clinic, and hospital clinic marketplace, develop business plans for their geography and implement national sales strategies and programs.<br />Additional Responsibilities and Duties Include:<br />- Track the progress of marketing messages and programs<br />- Provide feedback to district teams on the marketing, allocating, monitoring, and leveraging of internal and external resources (e.g., discretionary spend)<br />- Manage district teams to maximize their performance and help achieve/exceed sales and budget targets<br />- Screen, interview, and hire candidates<br />- Ensure compliance with training<br />- Demonstrate the appropriate coaching and counseling to prepare individuals for future development<br />- Conduct annual and on-going performance reviews and competency assessments<br />- Communicate and coordinate with both district and cross-functional teams (e.g., Marketing, Finance, other Business Units)<br />- Share best practices with direct reports and peers<br />- Coordinate and/or participate in cluster teams<br />- Conduct district sales meetings to guide districts<br />- Develop local Opinion Leader relationships to achieve aligned objectives<br /></p><br /><br /><br /><strong>Industry:</strong> Biotech/Pharma<br /><strong>Discipline:</strong> Sales Mngmnt & Ops<br /><strong>Experience:</strong> 8 - 10 Years<br /><strong>Compensation:</strong> $100K+<br /><strong>Company:</strong> Amgen USA]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 01 Nov 2009 23:12:31 -0800</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sales Rep, Mobile Software
	      , Sales/Marketing]]></title><link>http://portland.ipsojobs.com/job/sales-rep-mobile-software/12-209330</link><description><![CDATA[<p><strong>Company Description:</strong>&nbsp;</p><br /><p>&nbsp;</p><br /><p>Our client provides software for delivering content -- including ring tones, games, and graphics -- to mobile devices. It provides its products to wireless carriers, Web portals, handset manufacturers, and retailers, who use their platform to deliver and sell licensed content to customers. The company also delivers applications through consumer portals it operates, such as PalmGear.com, PocketGear.com, eReader.com, and SmartPhone.com.</p><br /><p>&nbsp;</p><br /><p><strong>Position Description: </strong></p><br /><p><strong>&nbsp;</strong></p><br /><p>The sales director role is for a high performance sales leader who leads and owns the company strategy, execution, attainment of goals and complete customer relationship with our Mobile Operator.&nbsp; This sales leader must have strong history / track record of sales success in the Mobile Internet Services/Mobile Data Solutions Industry.&nbsp;</p><br /><p>&nbsp;</p><br /><p>Established relationships with the specific Mobile Operator necessary with multiple organizations and multiple levels including the executive decision makers (this will be analyzed as part of process).&nbsp;</p><br /><p>&nbsp;</p><br /><p>A proven track record to establish new business, grow existing business and manage run-rate business important.&nbsp; Must show ability to introduce new concepts and take to close with large revenue.&nbsp; Proven track record with sales fundamentals, metrics, strategy and execution required.&nbsp; Exact locations only when specified.</p><br /><p><strong>&nbsp;</strong></p><br /><p><strong>Qualifications/Requirements:</strong></p><br /><p><strong>&nbsp;</strong></p><br /><ul><br /><li>Mobile Operator Relationships & Industry Knowledge: <br /><ul><br /><li>Established relationships with multiple groups within the Mobile Operator to improve our current relationships as well as greatly expand our relationships beyond where they are today </li><br /><li>Established relationships with multiple levels within the groups at the Mobile Operator.&nbsp; We need to operate and have relationships and on-going meetings at multiple levels to execute on the business of today while having business level discussions with the senior level leadership on where we will be a trusted advisor partner for them tomorrow.&nbsp; </li><br /><li>Well rounded industry knowledge of the Mobile Internet Solutions / Mobile Data Offerings space.&nbsp; Ability to represent differentiated offerings, how the ecosystem is today and is evolving resulting in the Mobile Operator meeting and exceeding its&rsquo; revenue targets.</li><br /></ul><br /></li><br /><li>Business: <br /><ul><br /><li>Sales Performance <ol><br /><li>Looking for sales and sales leadership performance excellence having exceeded personal and leadership targets for multiple contiguous years.&nbsp; </li><br /><li>Meeting & exceeding all monthly, quarterly & annual sales targets (Top Line Revenue, GAAP Revenue and Profitability) </li><br /><li>Past high income attainment and fiery disposition/passion to overachieve</li><br /></ol></li><br /><li>Sales Cadence &ndash; Ability to lead by example with business cadence <ol><br /><li>Sales Reporting:&nbsp; Weekly, Monthly, Quarterly and Annual forecast.&nbsp; Sales CRM &ndash; Salesforce.com.&nbsp; Understanding of the business metrics that matter and managing the business for growth:&nbsp; Funnel, Backlog, etc. </li><br /><li>Ability to identify, develop and close sales opportunities, maintaining and growing existing revenue streams plus finding new areas for revenue growth. </li><br /><li>Ability to introduce large, complex concepts that will be revenue growth of tomorrow through understanding the customers pain points, developing the business case, value propositions, presenting, cultivating and closing multiple, simultaneous revenue streams. </li><br /></ol></li><br /><li>Sales Strategy <ol><br /><li>Developing and continuously improving the overall Mobile Operator Account Strategy </li><br /><li>Leading the sales team (Account Managers, Sales Engineers and extended team that supports the Mobile Operator) to achieve sales goals </li><br /><li>Execute on a Strategic Selling Methodology (TAS, Blue Sheets, Value Selling, etc.) for our largest, most complex opportunities</li><br /></ol></li><br /></ul><br /></li><br /><li>Trusted Advisor / Partner Status <br /><ul><br /><li>Sales leader with the ability to foster, cultivate & grow our trusted advisor / partner status </li><br /><li>Ensure people and process are working together for the mutual success of Motricity and the Mobile Operator and overall customer satisfaction </li><br /><li>Ensure Contractual Obligations and SLA&rsquo;s are met</li><br /></ul><br /></li><br /></ul><br /><p><strong>&nbsp;&nbsp;</strong></p><br /><p><strong>Skills and Experience</strong></p><br /><p>&nbsp;</p><br /><p>&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; MBA or undergraduate or graduate degree in business administration, commerce, or a related discipline</p><br /><p>&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 10 years&rsquo; experience in technology or media marketing /or business development with a minimum of 5-8 years of proven strategic consultative solution selling or business development in a complex sales cycle environment, ideally in the Telco domain</p><br /><p>&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Must have extensive network of strong carrier relationships</p><br /><p>&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Understanding of and experience within the Mobile marketplace</p><br /><p>&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Strong and proven track record of exceeding&nbsp;goals</p><br /><p>&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Sophisticated relationship management skills and cultural awareness.</p><br /><p>&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Superior presentation skills, communication skills, compelling delivery &ndash; able to evangelize in new markets</p><br /><p>&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Combines the self-sufficient drive of an individual contributor, lead any direct/dotted line reports, extended team - with ability to work as part of team</p><br /><p>&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Demonstrated experience negotiating multi-faceted contracts</p><br /><p>&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Domain Expertise: Search, Telecommunications, Wireless, J2ME understanding and exposure is a tremendous asset</p><br /><p>&nbsp;</p><br /><p>All resumes should be submitted in a Microsoft word format and will be kept confidential. Qualified candidates will be contacted within 48 hours. Priority is given to candidates that apply directly to our website. Visit our site (www.sales-talent.com) to view similar jobs that may be of interest and match your background.</p><br /><p>&nbsp;</p><br /><p><strong>NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE</strong></p><br /><p>&nbsp;</p><br /><br /><br /><strong>Industry:</strong> Software<br /><strong>Discipline:</strong> Direct Sales<br /><strong>Experience:</strong> 8 - 10 Years<br /><strong>Compensation:</strong> $260K<br /><strong>Company:</strong> Software Company]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 01 Nov 2009 23:08:31 -0800</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[Senior DirectX* Driver Dev. and  /  or 3D Driver Engineer
	      , Computers/Internet]]></title><link>http://portland.ipsojobs.com/job/senior-directx-driver-dev-and-or-3d-driver-engineer/3-209172</link><description><![CDATA[<p>Our privately, held client is seeking Senior DirectX* Driver Developers and/or 3D Driver Engineers who will help us architect and lead the implementation of features in our DirectX* or OGL* drivers. In this position, you will be expected to help set direction for the architecture and/or implementation of new features including opportunities to influence the overall architecture, debugging driver issues, and performance analysis.</p><br /><p>&nbsp;</p><br /><p>Qualifications</p><br /><p>&nbsp;</p><br /><p>You must possess a minimum Bachelors of Science Degree in Computer Science or Computer Engineering. A Masters of Science degree in Computer Science or Computer Engineering is preferred.</p><br /><p>&nbsp;</p><br /><p>Additional Minimum Qualifications include:</p><br /><p>- 7 years of either Direct X* and/or OGL* experience(either at the application programming level or at the driver level)</p><br /><p>- 3 years of parallel programming models</p><br /><p>- Experience owning or leading the delivery of key features or components for graphics products</p><br /><p>- Work experience designing and/or developing graphics drivers for Windows* operating systems</p><br /><p>- Excellent planning, organization, presentation, and communication skills</p><br /><p>- Ability to deal with highly complex systems and apply analytical problem solving</p><br /><p>&nbsp;</p><br /><p>Preferred Qualifications include:</p><br /><p>-Strong knowledge of Intel x86 Architecture</p><br /><p>- Experience w/ emulation of GPU&rsquo;s</p><br /><p>- Familiarity with modern GPU architectures</p><br /><p>- Experience with x86 assembly language programming</p><br /><p>- Clear examples demonstrating passion to innovate and win</p><br /><p>- Knowledge of the gaming industry</p><br /><br /><br /><strong>Industry:</strong> Semiconductors<br /><strong>Discipline:</strong> SW Design/Dev<br /><strong>Experience:</strong> 5 - 7 Years<br /><strong>Compensation:</strong> $190K+<br /><strong>Company:</strong> Privately Held Billion $ Corporation]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 01 Nov 2009 23:03:58 -0800</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[Medical Wound Care Sales
	      , Sales/Marketing]]></title><link>http://portland.ipsojobs.com/job/medical-wound-care-sales/12-207939</link><description><![CDATA[<p><strong>A world leader in wound care solutions seeks qualified candidates</strong>.</p><br /><p>&nbsp;</p><br /><p>&nbsp;</p><br /><p>&nbsp;</p><br /><p><strong>&nbsp;</strong></p><br /><p>&nbsp;</p><br /><p>&nbsp;</p><br /><p>&nbsp;</p><br /><p><strong>Key Job Functions:</strong></p><br /><p>&nbsp;</p><br /><p>&nbsp;</p><br /><p>&nbsp;</p><br /><p>*Generate territory plan of action in conjunction with District Manager</p><br /><p>&nbsp;</p><br /><p>&nbsp;</p><br /><p>&nbsp;</p><br /><p>*Attain territory sales goals utilizing excellent sales skills, territory management skills and</p><br /><p>&nbsp;</p><br /><p>&nbsp;</p><br /><p>&nbsp;</p><br /><p>customer relationships</p><br /><p>&nbsp;</p><br /><p>&nbsp;</p><br /><p>&nbsp;</p><br /><p>*Coordinate addition of products to hospital formularies and nursing home protocols utilizing</p><br /><p>&nbsp;</p><br /><p>&nbsp;</p><br /><p>&nbsp;</p><br /><p>customer champions and provided sales collaterals</p><br /><p>&nbsp;</p><br /><p>&nbsp;</p><br /><p>&nbsp;</p><br /><p>*Inservice appropriate personnel in hospitals, outpatient departments, nursing homes and closed door pharmacies to educate end users on the clinical benefits of products<br /></p><p>&nbsp;</p><br /><p>&nbsp;</p><br /><p>&nbsp;</p><br /><p>*Deliver sales presentations to key customers and customer groups</p><br /><p>&nbsp;</p><br /><p>&nbsp;</p><br /><p>&nbsp;</p><br /><p>*Conduct product lunches and dinners for identified customer groups</p><br /><p>&nbsp;</p><br /><p>&nbsp;</p><br /><p>&nbsp;</p><br /><p>*Generate use of products by utilizing customer champions and by educating customers with provided sales collaterals<br /></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><br /><p><strong>Qualifications: </strong></p><br /><p>&nbsp;</p><br /><p>&nbsp;</p><br /><p>&nbsp;</p><br /><p><strong>*</strong>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree from four-year college or university.</p><br /><p>&nbsp;</p><br /><p>&nbsp;</p><br /><p>&nbsp;</p><br /><p>*Minimum of 2+ years business to business, pharmaceutical or medical sales experience.</p><br /><p>&nbsp;</p><br /><p>&nbsp;</p><br /><p>&nbsp;</p><br /><p>*Good driving record.</p><br /><p>&nbsp;</p><br /><p>&nbsp;</p><br /><p>&nbsp;</p><br /><p>*Documentation of sales performance record.</p><br /><br /><br /><strong>Industry:</strong> Medical Devices & Diagnostics<br /><strong>Discipline:</strong> Direct Sales<br /><strong>Compensation:</strong> $100K - $200K+<br /><strong>Company:</strong> Leading Wound Care Provider]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 25 Oct 2009 23:13:44 -0700</pubDate></item>

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