Esri has an opportunity for an established wildland fire leader to join their team as a Wildland Fire Solutions Manager.
Position Overview
As an established thought leader in Wildland Fire, you know that analyzing where things occur enables teams to solve common problems in more sophisticated ways. You understand how geographic thinking applies to fire science, fuels management, and that location intelligence supports more than just suppression. But you also know that wildland fire agencies and Incident Management Teams (IMTs) are more successful when using GIS on an incident, and you have a desire to see that success and adoption replicated elsewhere. We welcome you to join Esri where you will build the global GIS wildland fire community, develop industry messaging, and collaborate with marketing and sales professionals to make a positive difference in the world.
Responsibilities
Research, analyze, and monitor relevant industry, technological, and financial trends to then capitalize on market opportunities
Deliver thought leadership through regular cadence of content (e.g., webinars, case studies, collateral, social media programs, videos, and event plans) that demonstrate the value of ArcGIS
Support strategic sales opportunities as a subject matter expert and work with account managers to drive penetration in key accounts
Provide knowledge about competition and customers to the sales team and participate in joint value messaging to industry executives
Synchronize and integrate marketing and sales plans into annual global business development plans to coordinate resourcing and execution
Work with channels and sales enablement team members to ensure awareness of industry marketing programs (messaging, positioning, assets, and credentials)
Collaborate with a team of industry and marketing professionals to drive market education, influence, and awareness
Provide industry knowledge and facilitate development of ArcGIS solutions and products to support the wildland fire community
Serve as a critical team member for the Esri Disaster Response Program (DRP) and support activations as needed
Requirements
Widely known, respected, and influential in the industry
8+ years of experience in a wildland fire agency or similar organization with demonstrated geospatial innovation and advanced use of software technology
5+ years of executive leadership experience with the ability to strategize, inspire, and achieve goals
5+ years of experience working in multi-discipline teams with proven ability to collaborate, communicate, and influence business and technical audiences
Demonstrated excellence in written communication and presentation abilities
Demonstrated understanding of marketing purpose and tactics
Ability and willingness to travel internationally
Bachelor's, master's, MBA, or higher in geography, business, or similar field
