Associate PreSales

About the Company and Role

Vistex is a global enterprise software and services company that helps businesses take control of their mission‑critical processes. With a multitude of programs covering pricing, trade, royalties and incentives, it can be complicated to see where all the money is flowing, let alone how much difference it makes to the topline and the bottom line. With Vistex, business stakeholders can see the numbers, see what really works, and see what to do next – so they can make sure every dollar spent or earned is really driving growth, and not just additional costs.

The world’s leading enterprises across a spectrum of industries rely on Vistex every day to propel their businesses.

The Vistex Associate Pre Sales role is designed to prepare new‑grads and young professionals for a career as a Solution Engineer. Candidates hired will initially work as a Presales Associate, reporting directly to the Director, Solution Engineering, and will be located in the Vistex Hoffman Estates, IL office. During the first 6 months, candidates will take part in formal training, learning baseline SAP knowledge, as well as technical and functional capabilities of the Vistex Go‑To‑Market Suites.

In addition to training, during this time, candidates will have the opportunity to assist in the build and delivery of customized demo scenarios for potential and existing customers of the Vistex Go‑To‑Market Suites. This position is located in Hoffman Estates, IL.

Following 6 months of training, candidates will be assigned to a peer mentor and will continue to assist with day‑to‑day activities, job shadowing, continued training, and special projects. After one year of employment and completion of requirements, candidates will be promoted to Presales Specialist, with the expectation of being promoted to a Solution Engineer within 1-2 years.

In addition, candidates can expect to have frequent interaction with Sales, Marketing, Client Services, and Product Management as well as external prospect/client‑facing interactions. Candidate must be able to travel across the U.S. and internationally.

• Participate in SAP baseline training and Vistex Go‑To‑Market Suites technical and functional training
• Develop and maintain technical, product functionality and operational knowledge of Vistex software products
• Collaborate closely with Solution Engineers, Sales team members, prospects, and client contacts ranging from systems administrators and end‑users to C‑level leadership to assist with gathering all necessary business and technical requirements to build successful, customized product demonstrations
• Assist with product demos and technical presentations for potential clients, partners, and sales team via audio/video web‑based conferencing, phone, and on prospect/client site
• In partnership with Solution Engineers, reply to RFQ’s, RFI’s and RFP’s with the appropriate level of business and technical depth depending on the prospect/client organization, contact, and audience
• Assist with presentations for company events and trade shows
• Other duties as required or directed

• Education: Bachelors or better in Business Administration or related field.
• Experience (Required): Self‑motivated, team‑minded entrepreneurial attitude
• Experience (Required): Strong command presence for both internal and external stakeholders
• Experience (Required): Demonstrate exemplary verbal and written communication, and presentation skills; ability to tailor communications for technical and non‑technical audiences
• Experience (Required): Strong business acumen
• Experience (Preferred): Flexible; ability to adapt to changing priorities
• Experience (Preferred): Highly reliable and dedicated work ethic with consistent attendance and punctuality are critical
• Experience (Preferred): Highly organized, with strong planning skills; deliver on‑time and to high‑quality standards
• Experience (Preferred): Proven ability to be both a team player and work independently
• Experience (Preferred): Highly accountable, understanding that Presales directly impacts the Vistex brand, market reputation, prospect/client impressions, and sales performance
• Experi…