
Principal, Industry Advisor
3 days ago
Your work days are brighter here.
At Workday, it all began with a conversation over breakfast. When our founders met at a sunny California diner, they came up with an idea to revolutionize the enterprise software market. And when we began to rise, one thing that really set us apart was our culture. A culture which was driven by our value of putting our people first. And ever since, the happiness, development, and contribution of every Workmate is central to who we are. Our Workmates believe a healthy employee-centric, collaborative culture is the essential mix of ingredients for success in business. That’s why we look after our people, communities and the planet while still being profitable. Feel encouraged to shine, however that manifests: you don’t need to hide who you are. You can feel the energy and the passion, it's what makes us unique. Inspired to make a brighter work day for all and transform with us to the next stage of our growth journey? Bring your brightest version of you and have a brighter work day here.
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About the Team
The Industry GTM team is responsible for developing strategies that support the maximization of value, growth, and profitability. The team is tasked with implementing strategic and scalable Go-to-Market activities in collaboration with key stakeholders globally, with the primary remit of credentialing Workday in strategic sales opportunities, communicating our industry strengths to key constituents, and investing in key stakeholder groups to accelerate growth.
About the Role
This role supports our Higher Education business in APAC, to build industry credibility, grow the sales pipeline and engage with our customers to increase revenue.
The Industry Advisor will personally participate in sales cycles, and drive programs resulting in increased pipeline and revenue. In partnership with regional sales leadership, you will work to elevate Workday’s market position in higher education. You will have the opportunity to help craft and drive the long-term strategy and vision of our industry go-to-market. You will serve as a trusted advisor and inspiring leader for account executives, customers, and partners as you tell the Workday story and assist in transformation.
Job Responsibilities include:
- Complete GTM Strategy by crafting an action plan on areas with the highest revenue potential to support ACV & pipeline growth.- Design and run industry packages by working with internal teams to build faster GTM approach with customers.- Lead Customer presentations to key decision makers.- Provide demand generation support by working closely with business development and sales teams.- Provide industry credibility and references in sales pursuits; preparation with sales, presales, value management and extended teams to unify message to prospects- Partner closely with sales leadership to support and promote adoption of industry strategy amongst key GTM internal stakeholders.- Travel 25-50% of the time for client meetings, relevant industry conferences, etc.
About You
Key Capabilities-
- Strategic Approach: Capable of translating large data into consumable insights to define outcomes and drive action.- Collaborator: Proven track record to work closely with cross functional collaborators to define clear and measurable outcomes.- Ambitious approach: Comfort with ambiguity with the ability to solve new challenges and responsibilities.- Build External Profile: Build credibility within the organization, challenge previous processes and content and lead change.
Basic Qualifications (must have experience):
- 15+ years experience working in the Higher Education Sector (Universities).- 10 + years of experience delivering tech transformations in a matrixed organization or cross functional environment.- Extensive experience / knowledge in Student Systems.
Other Qualifications (preferred, but not essential):
- Understanding of customer and prospect buying cycles and procurement processes.- Familiarity with industry ecosystems and software solutions to support CIO business processes within higher education markets.- Track record of successful delivery of strategic, cross-functional initiatives at-scale and proven business impact.- Outstanding problem solving and analytical skills; strong interest in structuring sophisticated problems and presenting well-supported solutions.
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