Drive revenue growth for intelligent transportation and AI-driven traffic safety solutions across the U.S. Northeastern Quadrant. Responsibilities include developing sales plans, prospecting government agencies and partners, managing channel relationships, leading RFP and RFI responses, maintaining market awareness, representing the company at industry events, and managing CRM pipelines and forecasts. The role requires extensive ITS or transportation technology sales experience, technical sales expertise, and up to 50% domestic travel.
Derq is an MIT spinoff building AI-powered traffic safety and smart infrastructure. We’re a team of passionate innovators, leveraging the latest in AI and technology to transform the future of mobility. Our platform enhances road safety and traffic management by turning real-time data into actionable insights for cities and road operators. Our patented technology collects and analyzes data from connected sensors like cameras, radar, and traffic signal controllers to help predict and prevent road incidents. We deploy edge and cloud solutions that make intersections and highways safer and smarter.
Role OverviewWe are looking for adynamic and results-driven Regional Sales Manager to drive revenue growth in the U.S. Northeastern Quadrant market. You will be responsible for selling Derq’s intelligent transportation solutions to state, county, and municipal agencies, and partners. Reporting to the EVP of Sales, you will execute sales strategies, build strong relationships, and drive opportunities from prospecting to close.
Key Responsibilities- Build strong knowledge of Derq’s solutions and confidently position them to customers
- Develop and execute sales plans to achieve revenue and growth targets
- Build trusted relationships with government entities, customers, and key decision-makers
- Identify and develop new business opportunities through market outreach, partnerships, and referrals
- Manage and grow channel partners and strategic business relationships
- Lead and support responses to RFPs, RFIs, and other commercial opportunities
- Maintain strong market awareness, including customer needs, industry developments, and competitors
- Represent Derq at industry events, conferences, customer meetings, and speaking engagements
- Maintain an accurate sales pipeline and CRM to support forecasting, prioritization, and decision-making
Requirements
- 7+ years of experience selling Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) solutions and/or AI-driven transportation technology to U.S. government agencies
- 2+ years of experience in technical sales
- Proven ability to manage distribution partners and grow customer accounts
- Entrepreneurial mindset with a team-oriented and collaborative approach
- Experience working remotely with minimal oversight with proven decision-making skills
- Strong communication, problem-solving, and relationship-building skills
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities effectively
- Must be based in the U.S. Northeastern Quadrant
- Willingness to travel up to 50% within the (U.S)
If you’re driven, proactive, know how to open doors and build strong customer relationships, and you’re ready to grow our presence in the region, apply now!
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