Global Head of Manufacturing Vertical AI Sales
Core
Lead end-to-end strategy, pipeline, and revenue narrative for Cisco's Manufacturing vertical AI solutions, serving as the primary thought leader and cross-functional point of contact.
Role type
Senior Global Vertical Sales Leader (Manufacturing AI)
Builds
Unified AI go-to-market strategy, scalable tools, and programs empowering global sales teams to win with AI in the manufacturing sector.
Domain
Artificial Intelligence / Manufacturing Industry
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | client delivery
Required skills
Enterprise technology sales, Manufacturing market expertise, Vertical GTM strategy, Cross-functional matrix leadership, Executive stakeholder management, P&L ownership, Solution-led selling, C-suite engagement, Global team coaching, Competitive dynamics analysis
Preferred skills
Master's degree, AI/ML platform experience, Full-stack technology solutions background, Scaling new GTM motions, Multi-region team leadership, C-suite executive presence
Technologies
AI, ML, data platforms, networking, security, compute, observability
Responsibilities
Develop and implement vertical growth strategy; Define AI vertical strategy and GTM direction; Own vertical P&L narrative and pipeline performance; Build lighthouse customer relationships; Lead executive-level customer and partner engagements; Influence investment decisions and resource allocation; Translate market trends into actionable GTM plays; Coach matrixed vertical and GEO seller teams.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with strategic leadership