Principal Solutions Executive - Enterprise Networking

DescriptionAt CDW, we make it happen, together. Trust, connection, and commitment are at the heart of how we work together to deliver for our customers. It’s why we’re coworkers, not just employees. Coworkers who genuinely believe in supporting our customers and one another. We collectively forge our path forward with a level of commitment that speaks to who we are and where we’re headed. We’re proud to share our story and Make Amazing Happen at CDW.Job SummaryThePrincipal Solutions Executive – Enterprise Networkingis apresale, consultative role responsible fororiginating, qualifying, and shaping enterprise networking opportunitiesacross CDW’s Hybrid Infrastructure portfolio. This role partners closely with Sales to drive demand generation, advance qualified opportunities through discovery, and position CDW’s enterprise networking capabilities around customer business outcomes.The Principal Solutions Executive focuses on opportunity shaping and executiveengagement.Therole collaborates with Solution Architects, Professional Services Managers, and partners to ensure proposed solutions arefeasible, differentiated, and aligned to CDW delivery capabilities.What You Will DoOriginate, qualify, and shape enterprise networking opportunities requiringexpertiseacross switching, wireless, and network securityDrive demand generation for complex,servicesnetworking initiatives, including modernization, transformation, and expansion effortsPartner with Enterprise Sales leadership on account planning, opportunity strategy, and pursuit executionEngage early in the sales cycle to convert leads into qualified opportunities through consultative discovery and solution positioningServe as a trusted advisor to customer stakeholders across IT leadership, infrastructure, security, and operations teamsArticulate CDW’s enterprise networking value proposition, competitive differentiation, and partner ecosystem to technical and executive audiencesIdentifyCross selland upsell opportunities across Hybrid Infrastructure and broader CDW solution portfoliosCollaborate with Solution Architects, Professional Services Managers, and partner teams to align customer needs with delivery capabilitiesParticipate in customer meetings, executive briefings, industry events, andthought leadershipengagementsMaintainaccurateopportunity and activity documentation using CDW’s CRM toolsWhat We Expect Of YouBachelor’s degree and10+ yearsof experience in enterprise networking, presales, infrastructure consulting, or technology sales supportOR 14+ yearsof equivalent professional experienceDeep knowledge of enterprise networking technologies, architectures, and modernization strategiesProven ability to support enterprise sales teams through consultative,outcome basedengagementStrong executive communication skills with the ability to translate technical concepts into business valueDemonstrated success collaborating across extended internal teams and partner ecosystemsExperience supporting large Enterprise accounts and complex, multistakeholder buying environments, is a plusFamiliarity with leading networking OEMs and partner ecosystems(Cisco, Arista, HPE), is a plusTrack recordof drivingyear-over-yeargrowth through opportunity shaping and demand creation, is a plus Pay range: $113,525 - $158,925 depending on experience and skill setA Benefits overview: https://cdw.benefit-info.com/Salary ranges may be subject to geographic differentialsAnnual bonus target of 66.67% subject to terms and conditions of planCDW is committed to being an AI-fluent organizationWe’re looking for people who bring curiosity, a learner’s mindset, and a willingness to engage with ever-evolving technology and tools. We value adopting AI as a partner, openness to experimentation, and a shared interest in learning together on AI. Our goal is to create a culture where AI enhances—not replaces—human creativity and decision-making. You don’t need to be an expert today; what matters is your readiness to explore, adapt, and grow with us as we integrate AI responsibly and effectively into our work.Additionally, CDW is committed to fostering an equitable, transparent, and respectful hiring process for all applicants. During our application process, our goal is to understand your experience, strengths, skills, and qualifications. As an AI forward company, we see AI not just as a tool, but as a catalyst for new ways of thinking, creating, and communicating. We encourage candidates to embrace an AI mindset, one that’s curious, adaptive, and ready to explore what’s possible. We welcome thoughtful use of AI to expand your perspective and elevate how you share your story, while ensuring your application remains rooted in your own background, judgment, and voice.We make technology work so people can do great things.    CDW is a leading multi-brand provider of information technology solutions to business, government, education and healthcare customers in the United States, the United Kingdom and Canada. A Fortune 500 company and member of the S&P 500 Index, CDW helps its customers to navigate an increasingly complex IT market and maximize return on their technology investments. Together, we unite. Together, we win. Together, we thrive.CDW is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regards to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other basis prohibited by state and local law.