Cloud Services Advisor | Acronis

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Job Location : South Africa,

Deadline : January 30, 2026

About the Role

This high-RPM technical role drives global digital resilience by managing complex cloud data ecosystems and B2B software solutions. Utilizing AWS for scalable infrastructure and HubSpot for strategic partner engagement, the advisor ensures 100% compliance with global data protection standards. Their work mitigates operational risk in cyber protection and leverages data-driven insights to expand the cloud footprint across the African market.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

  • Attract new Service Providers to Acronis by reaching out to prospects that have already engaged with Acronis through offline/online events, registered for trial, opened Acronis emails, etc.
  • Source new Service Providers prospects via LinkedIn, Salesforce database, connections.
  • Connect with Acronis potential Service Providers using the approved tools, including but not limited to Avaya, Zoom, Outlook, etc. to verify the interest level based on certain criteria and BANT qualification, such as: the environment, need, budget, pain points, competitors, decision makers, number of workloads they want to protect.
  • All activities must be documented in Salesforce, demo sessions via Zoom should be done with camera on.
  • Do the research before reaching out to a prospect and prepare questions based on it, using company’s web site, LinkedIn profile, any other public information about the company or contact
  • Manage the whole sales cycle: qualification, negotiation, demo sessions with the involvement of the Solution Engineers if needed, negotiating, closing the deal by signing a contract offline or online
  • Make sure to sign a contract with quality Service Providers, who are ready to invest into the business with Acronis and plan to stay for a long time
  • Manage the pipeline: maintain Service Level to follow-up prospects, provide timely forecast to direct Manager or regional General Manager
  • Align and sync with Distributors in the assigned region, including bi-weekly calls, joint marketing activities and events
  • Co-operate with all related departments at Acronis to close the deal successfully: Solution Engineers, Support, Sales Enablement, Product Management, etc.
  • Understand Acronis brand messages and communicate them effectively to prospects; respect and support sales’ role in promoting a positive brand image
  • Understand Acronis key competitors and effectively communicate differentiators (“kill points”) of our products/solutions
  • Receive coaching feedback and participate in individual coaching sessions
  • Pass obligatory quarterly upskill training sessions

WHAT YOU BRING

  • 3+ years sales experience as Inside Sales Representative or Lead Development Representative
  • Fluent English, both written and verbal
  • Proven experience in a Cyber Security company demonstrating a strong understanding of industry practices and protocols is required
  • Ability to articulate product’s different features, and answers any questions customers might have
  • Have strong closing sales skills
  • Experience with cold calling is preferred with a never give up attitude

Career Growth & Education

A degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or Business Management is the required academic foundation for this tech-driven advisory path. Professionals can advance to Solutions Architect or Regional Sales Director roles by mastering SaaS metrics and digital security strategy. Pursuing specialized bootcamps in AI integration and obtaining certifications in cloud architecture provides a pathway to senior leadership in global fintech firms.

Salary & Financial Insight

Estimated monthly earnings range from R45,000 to R85,000, plus significant performance-based commissions. Tech professionals should focus on professional wealth management and building a diversified investment portfolio through international equity funds.

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