Pre Sales Solutions Architect

SUMMARY:
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POSITION INFO:

We are seeking a dynamic and target-driven Pre-Sales Solutions Architect with a strong foundation in IT Managed Services, Outsourcing Models, and ITSM principles. The role requires extensive pre-sales expertise, exceptional communication and presentation skills, and the ability to drive lead generation, develop proposals, and support bid processes. Knowledge of cybersecurity frameworks such as NIST and NCPF, combined with strong negotiation skills, will be essential. Success in this position demands teamwork, resilience under pressure, accountability, and an ethical, go-getter mindset.

What you'll do:

• Extensive knowledge of IT Managed Services and Outsource Models
• Thorough understanding of the ITSM value chain
• Deep understanding on how to craft and convey a value proposition for Managed Services
• Strong negotiation skills
• Deep knowledge on how to extract client requirements and build value outcomes aligned to our managed services value proposition
• Knowledge of Cyber security principles, tools and processes i.e NIST, NCPF (South
• African National Cyber Security Policy Framework)
• Strong communicator and presenter with extensive pre-sales experience.
• C-Suite level engagement experience
• Understanding of lead and demand generation approaches
• Ability to put proposals together as part of the bid and opportunity development process
• Excellent team player
• Focused and target driven/ oriented individual
• Must be able to work under pressure
• Go-getter with a winner’s mentality
• Risk taker with a strong sense of accountability
• Ethical

Your Expertise:

• Between 5-10 years' experience in both Private and Public Sector

Qualifications:

• Grade 12
• Bachelor or Master's degree in Computer Science/ Engineering
• ITSM / ITIL certified Professional
• Relevant Sales Training

Other information applicable to the opportunity:

• Permanent position
• Location: Midrand
• Work environment: Office based
• Travel: Client visits as an when necessary