New Business Sales Lead – Transportation - Data Engineering / Data Architecture Solutions Business

New Business Sales Lead – Transportation – Data Engineering / Data Architecture Solutions Business, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Tyne and Wear Client: Confidential Location: Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Tyne and Wear, United Kingdom Job Category: Other EU work permit required: Yes Job Views: 4 Posted: 31.05.2025 Expiry Date: 15.07.2025 Job Description: Oliver Sanderson is engaged with a technology company seeking a New Business Sales Executive to sell their Enterprise Data SaaS solutions into the transportation sector. This role focuses on driving the company\’s expansion into transportation, responsible for originating, developing, and closing high-value, complex opportunities. Key responsibilities: Leading the full sales lifecycle: identifying leads, cultivating relationships, managing bid responses, and securing contracts. Creating and presenting compelling business cases and technical propositions. Collaborating with internal stakeholders and strategic partners to develop tailored solutions and proposals. Engaging with C-level executives and decision-makers in transportation. Achieving ambitious new business growth targets. Supporting the transition from sales to delivery, ensuring customer outcomes. Representing the organization at industry events and through thought leadership. Ideal candidate: Experience selling into transportation, with knowledge of market landscape, competition, and buyer trends. Proven success in securing complex IT deals (e.g., Cloud, Digital, Data Platforms, AI/ML) in transportation. Experience with tender processes, including RFIs, ITTs, and pre-qualification questionnaires. Excellent communication, persuasion, and negotiation skills. Solutions-oriented mindset with understanding of technology-enabled business change. Familiarity with data-led propositions, including data acquisition, sharing, and machine learning. Comfort working with senior stakeholders and cross-functional teams. This is a remote role with national travel required for client visits. The package is competitive and reflects the role\’s importance. If this opportunity aligns with your career goals and you possess the required skills, apply today! Oliver Sanderson is an award-winning executive search firm recognized for contributions to ED&I and digital recruitment innovation. We specialize in placing senior leaders in FTSE 100, FTSE 350, Fortune 500, and PE-backed companies. #J-18808-Ljbffr