Solution Specialist

CDW

. Proactively drive revenue and profit in the assigned sales segment and/or region for a designated brand and product set .

Posted 10/16/2026full-timeChicago • Illinois • United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $55,000 - $78,600 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in driving revenue and profit through strategic sales planning and market analysis, while effectively communicating and cultivating relationships with stakeholders and partners.

Highest-signal resume keywords

CDW PPM ExperienceSales/Marketing ExperienceFinancial AcumenMicrosoft Office ProficiencyStrategic Thinking

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Hard Skills

Sales PlanningMarket AnalysisPipeline ManagementCompetitive AnalysisAccount MappingTraining FacilitationMessaging DevelopmentPromotions CreationScorecard CompletionBusiness Development

Soft Skills

Excellent Communication SkillsMultitasking AbilityWillingness to LearnStakeholder Communication

Tools & Technologies

CDW ToolsSPSAS400Bid Desk

Certifications & Qualifications

Partner CertificationsIndustry Certifications

Industry Keywords

Revenue GrowthProfit MaximizationMarket TrendsCustomer NeedsBrand Performance

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Proactively drive revenue and profit in the assigned sales segment and/or region for a designated brand and product set
Work with CDW Account Managers, sales leadership, and partners on white space opportunities
Identify deals and net new business using quotes, bid opportunities, and market knowledge
Serve as subject matter expert on partner products, programs, and go-to-market strategies
Assist with field alignment and account mapping within the assigned territory
Attend customer-facing events and conference calls
Facilitate training on partner products, services, and programs
Create messaging and promotions aligned with supported customer segments
Develop and execute quarterly sales plans
Complete monthly scorecards and progress reports covering sales engagement, pipeline, market trends, and brand performance
Cultivate relationships among partner sales, CDW Sales, and leadership teams
Identify opportunities to improve product, program, and partner alignment
Analyze market trends, customer needs, competitive landscape, industry trends, and market share
Represent the assigned brand in meetings and communicate brand and category performance
Maintain effective stakeholder communication
Work on special projects as requested

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s Degree, 2 years CDW PPM Experience, and 2 years sales/marketing experience, OR 6 years’ experience in sales/marketing and 6 years CDW PPM Experience
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Proficient in Microsoft Office applications
Proficient in CDW tools and processes such as SPS, AS400, bid desk, and returns
Demonstrated ability to multitask
Demonstrated financial and business acumen
Ability to think strategically and analyze information
Strong willingness to learn
Obtain and facilitate necessary partner and industry certifications
Travel as needed

Benefits

Comp & perks

Annual bonus target of 10% subject to terms and conditions of plan
Benefits package (benefits overview provided)
Hybrid work arrangement
Partner and industry certification opportunities