We're looking for a Manager of Solutions Consulting with a proven leadership background to join our fast-paced, high-energy Solutions Consulting team. The Manager of Solutions Consulting is responsible for guiding and mentoring a group of PreSales Solutions Consultants as they partner with the sales teams to present Blackbaud's solutions in a compelling, valued-based approach to prospects and customers as a part of the sales process. The ideal candidate is passionate about the Solutions Engineer's role in driving sales success, liaises effectively across the organization at all levels, is detail and process oriented, effective at negotiation with diplomacy and tact, and above all takes pride in the growth and development of their team members.
Lead a team of Solutions Consultants in support of sales pursuits across vertical market groups in the US and Canada
Oversee the day-to-day operations and resource management of your team, such as opportunity, project, and account assignment of Solutions Consultants, as well as resolution of scheduling conflicts
Lead all aspects of people management, including recruiting, hiring, coaching, training, regular 1:1s and performance reviews
Advise Solutions Consultants (and sales, sales managers, overlays) on pursuit strategy, maintaining oversight on SC opportunities, particularly Gold level and higher deals
Monitor team performance against key metrics, including sales performance, activity distribution and capacity planning
Build strong relationships and work collaboratively with partner groups, including Sales, Marketing, Product Management, and Customer Operations
Strong people-centric mindset, prior management experience preferred
5+ years' experience in Solutions Consulting within SaaS
Prior knowledge or experience working with Blackbaud products and of the nonprofit industry strongly preferred
Highly effective listening and critical thinking skills
Excellent communication and presentation skills
Strong organizational, project management and time management skills
Blackbaud is a remote-first company which embraces a flexible remote work culture. Blackbaud supports hiring and career development for all roles from the location you are in today!
Blackbaud is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to maintaining a diverse and inclusive work environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, physical or mental disability, age, or veteran status or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.
The starting base salary and annual proposed commission is $140,900.00 to $179,900.00. Blackbaud may pay more or less based on employee qualifications, market value, sales quota, Company finances, and other operational considerations.
Benefits Include:
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Remote-first workforce
401(k) program with employer match
Flexible paid time off
Generous Parental Leave
Volunteer for vacation
Opportunities to connect to build community and belonging
Pet insurance, legal and identity protection
Tuition reimbursement program