[Remote] Financial Sales Specialist, Enterprise - Chicago, IL

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Cisco is a leading technology company that embraces digital transformation and innovation. They are seeking a Financial Sales Specialist to operate as a strategic advisor within Cisco’s finance ecosystem, facilitating complex sales transactions and managing the financial lifecycle for Global Enterprise accounts.ResponsibilitiesLead executive-level conversations with C-suite stakeholders to align financial strategies with their broader digital transformation goalsAct as a subject matter expert with regards to the time value of money benefits associated with payment over time structures to internal stakeholders and external customers enabling profitable business and durable growth for Cisco while also competitively differentiates Cisco in the marketplaceDemonstrate a deep understanding of Cisco’s billing capabilities. Coordinate with internal Finance and Operations teams to ensure that complex payment options are executed accurately and provide a seamless experience for the end userPartner closely with Cisco Inc. Finance and the end user customer to architect creative, customized payment solutions that address specific customer business outcomes while adhering to Cisco’s fiscal goalsInfluence and lead integrated, cross-functional teams across Cisco Capital, Cisco Systems, and the partner ecosystem to deliver holistic, end-to-end solutions in a manner that aligns with Cisco’s Performance Framework & Guiding PrinciplesResponsible for exceeding annual targets for attachment financings and maintaining forecast accuracy and hygiene on a weekly basisSkillsExtensive experience in selling complex financial and leasing transactions8+ years' experienceAbility to develop and manage across all levels of an organization – front line to C-levelProven track record of outstanding sales results with an emphasis on generating new and previously untapped accountsExcellent communication (both oral and written)Experience with Salesforce.com or other CRMRequires BS/BA or equivalentAbility to travel within assigned territoryBenefitsMedical, dental and vision insuranceA 401(k) plan with a Cisco matching contributionPaid parental leaveShort and long-term disability coverageBasic life insuranceEmployees may be eligible to receive grants of Cisco restricted stock units, which vest following continued employment with Cisco for defined periods of time.10 paid holidays per full calendar year, plus 1 floating holiday for non-exempt employees1 paid day off for employee’s birthday, paid year-end holiday shutdown, and 4 paid days off for personal wellness determined by CiscoNon-exempt employees** receive 16 days of paid vacation time per full calendar year, accrued at rate of 4.92 hours per pay period for full-time employeesExempt employees participate in Cisco’s flexible vacation time off program, which has no defined limit on how much vacation time eligible employees may use (subject to availability and some business limitations)80 hours of sick time off provided on hire date and each January 1st thereafter, and up to 80 hours of unused sick time carried forward from one calendar year to the nextAdditional paid time away may be requested to deal with critical or emergency issues for family membersOptional 10 paid days per full calendar year to volunteerFor non-sales roles, employees are also eligible to earn annual bonuses subject to Cisco’s policies.Employees on sales plans earn performance-based incentive pay on top of their base salary, which is split between quota and non-quota components, subject to the applicable Cisco plan.For quota-based incentive pay, Cisco typically pays as follows:.75% of incentive target for each 1% of revenue attainment up to 50% of quota;1.5% of incentive target for each 1% of attainment between 50% and 75%;1% of incentive target for each 1% of attainment between 75% and 100%; andOnce performance exceeds 100% attainment, incentive rates are at or above 1% for each 1% of attainment with no cap on incentive compensation.For non-quota-based sales performance elements such as strategic sales objectives, Cisco may pay 0% up to 125% of target.Cisco sales plans do not have a minimum threshold of performance for sales incentive compensation to be paid.Employees in Illinois, whether exempt or non-exempt, will participate in a unique time off program to meet local requirements.Company OverviewCisco develops, manufactures, and sells networking hardware, telecommunications equipment, and other technology services and products. It is a sub-organization of Cisco Press. It was founded in 1984, and is headquartered in San Jose, California, USA, with a workforce of 10001+ employees. Its website is http://www.cisco.com.Company H1B SponsorshipCisco has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 154 in 2026, 1238 in 2025, 1231 in 2024, 1273 in 2023, 2127 in 2022, 1991 in 2021, 1173 in 2020. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role.