SAP Sales Leader - Energy Solutions

Irvine, CAPosted Aug 4, 2026

Introduction

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Your role and responsibilities

We are seeking a dynamic and results-driven SAP Sales Leader with deep expertise in the Energy, Utilities, and Oil & Gas sectors. This role is responsible for leading strategic sales initiatives, driving revenue growth, and building executive-level relationships for SAP-based solutions across the energy industry.

The ideal candidate brings a strong understanding of SAP S/4HANA, IS-U, Asset Management, and digital transformation solutions tailored to energy clients, paired with a proven record of selling complex enterprise solutions.

Key Responsibilities

Sales Leadership & Strategy

Develop and execute a go-to-market strategy for SAP solutions within the energy sector

Drive pipeline creation, progression, and closure of large, complex deals

Meet or exceed quarterly and annual revenue targets

Identify emerging market trends and align SAP solutions to customer needs

Client Engagement

Build and maintain C-level relationships across energy and utilities organizations

Act as a trusted advisor on digital transformation and SAP roadmaps

Lead executive presentations, proposals, and negotiations.

Solution Selling

Position SAP offerings including:

SAP S/4HANA for Energy

SAP IS-U (Industry Solution Utilities)

SAP Asset Management (EAM)

SAP BTP and analytics solutions

Collaborate with solution architects and delivery teams to craft tailored solutions

Team Collaboration

Partner with pre-sales, delivery, and alliance teams

Mentor junior sales professionals and contribute to team growth

Work closely with SAP and partner ecosystems

Required Qualifications

10+ years of enterprise software sales experience, with 5+ years focused on SAP solutions

Proven track record of closing multi-million-dollar deals

Deep industry knowledge in:

Energy

Utilities

Oil & Gas

Strong understanding of SAP products (S/4HANA, IS-U, EAM preferred)

Experience working with system integrators or consulting firms

Preferred Qualifications

Existing network within energy sector decision-makers

Experience selling digital transformation or cloud-based SAP solutions

MBA or equivalent business/technical education

Familiarity with sustainability, ESG, and energy transition solutions

Required technical and professional expertise

10+ years of enterprise software sales experience, with 5+ years focused on SAP solutions.

Preferred technical and professional experience

• Integration Agreement Knowledge: Deep understanding of integration agreements and their associated incentive plans, including terms and conditions, to inform management and oversight of the unique incentive plan.

• Stakeholder Collaboration: Experience working with various stakeholders to ensure compliance and effective execution of incentive plans, driving seamless execution and communication.

• Incentive Plan Optimization: Deep expertise in optimizing incentive plans to achieve business objectives, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and strategic priorities.

IBM is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, caste, genetics, pregnancy, disability, neurodivergence, age, veteran status, or other characteristics. IBM is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status.

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