Experience

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Minimum 3 years of experience working in the Academic/Education market.
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Experience selling technology, software, engineering solutions, CAD, CAE, Simulation, PLM or related solutions will be preferred.
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Candidates with experience selling to Engineering Colleges, Universities and Research Institutions will be strongly preferred.
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Experience engaging with University Incubation Centres, Startup Ecosystems or Innovation Centres would be an added advantage.
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nSkills and Competencies

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Robust understanding of the Academic buying process.
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Experience engaging with Faculty, HODs, Deans and University leadership.
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Solid relationship-building and networking skills.
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Ability to conduct business and solution discussions with senior Academic stakeholders.
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Valuable presentation and communication skills.




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Strong prospecting and new business development capability.
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Ability to independently plan and manage a large geographical territory.
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Experience in managing long and consultative sales cycles.
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Ability to identify opportunities beyond immediate software requirements, including Research, Centres of Excellence and Startup ecosystems.
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nEducation

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Bachelor's degree in engineering, Science, Technology or a related discipline preferred.
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An MBA or equivalent qualification would be an added advantage.
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nPreferred Location

nThe candidate should preferably be based in one of the major South Indian cities

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📌 Academic Sales Manager Tamil Nadu
🏢 Softcell Technologies Global
📍 Tamil Nadu