Cognizant is one of the world’s leading professional services companies, transforming clients’ business, operating and technology models for the digital era. Our unique industry-based, consultative approach helps clients envision, build and run more innovative and efficient businesses. Headquartered in the U.S., Cognizant is ranked on the Fortune 500 and is consistently listed among the most admired companies in the world. In Asia Pacific (APAC), Cognizant has strong presence in key growth markets like Australia, Singapore, India, Japan, China, Hong Kong, UAE, Saudi, etc. It has grown rapidly in these regions and is now poised for exponential growth. We are now growing our Sales execs with trail blazing track record of growth to fuel this growth story. If you want to be part of this growth story, seize the moment and join us in ANZ! **Position Description:** Our Cognizant Automation practice focuses on providing Robotic Process Automation, Machine learning and Analytics solutions including generative AI for mission critical business processes to major industries globally. It is one of the fastest growing practices in the company, and a key pillar of our digital offerings. We are seeking an Automation Service Line Specialist to grow our presence in select high growth focus accounts in Australia. In this role, the Automation Service Line Specialist will be responsible for sales of Automation, AI, Analytics & Consulting services in the assigned focus accounts. The position will manage our go to market sales strategy, identify, qualify and close new business opportunities, grow revenue and expand our stakeholder footprint within the accounts. The position will work with, and leverage, our consulting, advisory, technology CoE and solution delivery teams. **Responsibilities:** · Prepare and execute an Automation sales (hunting and farming) strategy for the assigned accounts with the company’s industry vertical sales teams. · Own revenue, margin, pipeline, TCV and customer satisfaction for the assigned accounts. · Own all activities in a sales cycle - building a qualified pipeline of opportunities, creating a differentiated solution proposal aligned to a client’s needs, creating a win-win commercial model and driving closure of the sale. · Collaborate with teams across Cognizant to create targeted pitches and solution offerings. · Respond to RFIs and RFPs from prospects and clients. · Build & manage senior and mid-level customer relationships in Business & IT. · Engage with strategic product partners for joint marketing and sales, plan and participate in relevant industry events and so on. Drive pipeline planning, lead generation and joint pursuits with them. Required Skills and Qualifications: · Track record of growing a successful IT, Consulting or AI practice. Experience in selling Automation, Process Consulting, Data & Analytics solutions. · Strong understanding of AI solutions with specific focus on Gen AI by working on various cloud partners like Google, AWS and Microsoft · Experience supporting account teams and building collaborative relationships with external and internal partners. · Business acumen, communication and drive for results. · Strong leadership skills, particularly with highly diverse teams. · Excellent oral and written communication skills. · Exceptional client management skills and experience. · Hands on working style, willing to roll up his / her sleeves to ‘get the job done’. · Ability to work collaboratively in a virtual and highly-matrixed environment. · Comfortable working on concurrent pursuits and activities; ability to prioritize and manage time. · Dynamic entrepreneurial spirit and collaborative approach. Next steps: If you feel this opportunity suits you, or Cognizant is the type of organization you would like to join, we want to have a conversation with you! Please apply directly with us. For a complete list of open opportunities with Cognizant, visit http://www.cognizant.com/careers Cognizant is committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunities. Successful candidates will be required to undergo a background check. Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.