Business Development Executive - Cisco

Business Development Executive for Cisco Account

Ingram Micro is a leading technology company for the global information technology ecosystem. With the ability to reach nearly 90% of the global population, we play a vital role in the worldwide IT sales channel, bringing products and services from technology manufacturers and cloud providers to business-to-business technology experts. Our market reach, diverse solutions and services portfolio, and digital platform Ingram Micro Xvantage™ set us apart.

Come join our team where you'll make technology happen in surprising ways. Let's shape tomorrow - it'll be a fun journey!

We're seeking a Business Development Executive for the Cisco account who takes full ownership of their territory, actively identifies opportunities, and consistently delivers results. This role is about execution, urgency, and turning opportunity into revenue.

Territory
- Central and West

The Business Development Executive (BDE) will lead category or vendor growth initiatives and expand strategic partner relationships across a dynamic technology portfolio. In this role, you will develop and execute growth strategies, identify new revenue opportunities, and collaborate across teams to deliver measurable business outcomes.

This is a highly visible role requiring strong business acumen, executive presence, negotiation expertise, the ability to operate in ambiguity, and influence across internal and external stakeholders. If you are energized by building strategic partnerships, closing complex deals, and driving long-term market success, this opportunity is for you.

About the Team:

This team sits within the Cisco Market Development BU and is focused on driving Cisco growth across a defined set of partners. We're cross-functional—we work closely with Sales, Cisco, and our Sales BUs teams to connect strategy to actual execution in the field. We are a revenue-accountable team. The focus is building pipeline, driving Cisco priorities (with a big push around EAs, AI Refresh, renewals etc), and helping partners grow their Cisco practice in a more intentional, scalable way.

• Drive Category Growth Strategy
• Expand New Business Within Existing Accounts
• Strengthen Vendor & Strategic Partnerships
• Solution Selling & Executive Engagement
• Market & Financial Leadership
• Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Minimum 3+ years of strategic sales, business development, or account management experience, preferably in technology, distribution, or related industries.
• Demonstrated success driving year-over-year profitability growth.
• Strong negotiation skills and experience closing complex, solution-based deals.
• Experience managing profit and loss concepts, forecasting, and margin profiles.
• Strong business and financial acumen.
• Ability to influence senior stakeholders internally and externally.
• Exceptional presentation skills — able to communicate effectively with executive audiences and technical teams.
• Proven ability to manage multiple initiatives in a fast-paced, evolving environment.
• Willingness to travel for in-person vendor and partner engagements.

• Bachelor's degree preferred (high school diploma or equivalent required).
• Experience in technology solutions, distribution, channel sales, or platform-based business models.
• Background in consultative selling and category management.

• Lead strategic growth initiatives with a Fortune 100 technology powerhouse.
• Influence category direction and market expansion.
• Work alongside high-performing sales, marketing, and product teams.
• Build long-term executive partnerships that drive measurable impact.
• Expand your leadership capabilities within a growth-focused environment.

The typical base pay range for this role across the U.S. is USD $58,000.00 - $98,600.00 per year.

At Ingram Micro certain roles are eligible for additional rewards, including merit increases, annual bonus or sales incentives and long-term incentives. These awards are allocated based on position level and individual performance. U.S.

-based employees have access to healthcare benefits, paid time off, parental leave, a 401(k) plan and company match, short-term and long-term disability coverage, basic life insurance, and wellbeing benefits, among others.

Ingram Micro Inc. is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, or any other protected category under applicable law.