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Sumit Mookerje

Sales Engineer
Highland Village,TX

Summary

Dynamic, creative, and methodical Sales Engineer with over 29 years of experience in engineering, sales, system support, and client services. Versatile with a strong work ethic and a consistent track record of success. Exceptional planning, prioritizing, and goal-setting skills to achieve optimal outcomes through creating, implementing, and documenting efficient operational methods. Distinguished top performer with a proven track record of developing strategic visions to drive productivity, streamline operations, and generate new processes.

Overview

36
36
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Senior Storage Technical Subject Matter Expert

International Business Machines (IBM)
01.2019 - Current
  • Designed and built PoX (Proof of Experience), test-drive and hands-on lab environments for IBM Hybrid Cloud and AI software defined storage solutions (IBM Fusion and Storage Scale). Integrated multiple solution components (networking, servers, and storage) to create purpose built technical demonstrations based on client use cases
  • Created curriculum, content and collateral for client-facing workshops designed to educate and inform customers on the technical advantages of specific solutions within their data center. Repurposed much of this material and delivered it internally to sales reps and business partners for Level 3 technical enablement
  • Certified Storage Client Technical Specialist (2019 – 2022)

Client Architect/Client Executive

Clear Technologies
01.2018 - 01.2019
  • Aided diverse base of clients and coworkers as hyperconverged and storage technology specialist. Oversaw solution design, infrastructure buildout, and sales support for varying vendor projects to increase revenue and productivity.
  • Worked closely with clients to integrate various products and applications into architectural design, modernize existing infrastructure and design and produce methodologies for business needs.

Director of Technical Sales

StorONE
01.2016 - 01.2018
  • Collaborated with Engineering team to confirm technical collateral, education, and seller skills were up-to-date. Coordinated with Marketing department to drive targeted campaigns through development of call scripts, webinars, and new material. Worked directly with CEO in development of company-wide sales tool for technical sales to clients and industry analysts.
  • Spearheaded development and implementation of Client Technical Sales team and supporting infrastructure. Directed presentations and product demonstrations to accurately educate potential clients on use and execution. Created “Technical Spec Sheet” for client marketing and technical knowledge of TRU Storage Technology.

Consulting Storage Technical Specialist

International Business Machines (IBM)
01.2015 - 01.2016
  • Conducted pilot programs and proofs of concept for several company products. Designed and built data management solutions for wide-range of clients and industries. Trained new staff and provided education to clients, co-workers, and business partners to ensure accurate and proper use of products.
  • Certified Storage Client Technical Specialist (2010 – 2015)
  • Analyzed client business needs and guided hardware sales teams on optimal sales initiatives. Delivered pre and post-sales technical solution design and implementation training to ensure support of Top Tier Hosting accounts in the Southwest United States.

Certified Systems Storage Sales Leader

International Business Machines (IBM)
01.2009 - 01.2010
  • Grew and maintained relationships in Cross-Industry Territory through high-quality pre-sales consultations. Led elimination of resource stacking and improvement of customer-facing efficiency with new lead generation pilot program.

System Sales Manager

International Business Machines (IBM)
01.2007 - 01.2009

Oversaw department budget, employee performance appraisals, and cross teaming.

  • Guided and supported sales team accountable for $500M territory, forming award winning representatives and accurately forecasting revenue attainment each quarter.
  • Streamlined go-to-market procedures and created strong business relationships ensuring regional success.

Storage Sales Specialist

International Business Machines (IBM)
01.2005 - 01.2007

Senior Sales Lead

International Business Machines (IBM)
01.2004 - 01.2005

IT Architect

International Business Machines (IBM)
01.2003 - 01.2004

Client Representative

International Business Machines (IBM)
01.1998 - 01.2003

Sales Engineer

Turbomeca Engine Corporation
01.1994 - 01.1998

Supervising Mechanical Engineer

Superconducting Super Collider
01.1990 - 01.1994

Education

Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering

Rochester Institute of Technology
Rochester, NY
01.1990

Skills

  • Software: Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL), Red Hat OpenShift, VMWare, Microsoft Office, Salesforce
  • IBM Storage Solutions: Fusion, FlashSystem, Storage Virtualize, IBM Scale System, XiV, DS8000
  • Other Storage Systems: HPE Nimble Storage, StorONE
  • Business: Presentation, Financial Analysis, Territory Management, RFP Response, Marketing, Personnel Management

Accomplishments

  • Designed and Developed Hybrid Cloud and AI technology environments to specific client use cases at customers such as Truist, Bank of America and Oak Ridge National Labs resulting in over $20M in Revenue
  • Co-authored four (4) IBM Redbooks on distributed storage, storage software and virtualization. These guides serve as the definitive technical manuals for clients, IBM architects and business partners
  • Built Cyber Security/Cyber Resiliency sandbox and demo environment leveraging IBM FlashSystem and QRadar to protect data before a cyber attack occurs
  • Consulted various companies (Stevens Transport, The Apparel Group, etc.) in data center and infrastructure design and redesign, resulting in a combined revenue increase of $1.15M+. Produced White Paper on VSI and developed methodologies to map technology to business values, improving potential revenue opportunity by 150%+.
  • Designed and provided cloud storage solutions for clients such as Dell Services, Tenet Healthcare, Essilor of America, HPES/Sabre, etc.) generating $10M+ revenue for IBM.
  • Exceeded 2008 revenue quota by achieving 107% of full year plan. Consistently grew revenue by 10%+ per quarter

Certification

  • IBM “Gold” Redbook Author, 2022
  • IBM Level 2 Storage Technical Certification
  • Hewlett Packard Accredited Technical Professional (ATP) – Data Center Design, 2018
  • IBM Level 1 Technical Specialist Storage Certification (“Expert” Level), 2015
  • IBM System Storage Certification, 2007, 2009, 2011, 2013, 2015
  • Certified Engineer in Training, 1991
  • United States Patent (Pat. No. 5,293,524) for Process & Tooling in Superconducting Magnet Fabrication, 1992

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
French
Limited Working
Hindi
Limited Working

Timeline

Senior Storage Technical Subject Matter Expert

International Business Machines (IBM)
01.2019 - Current

Client Architect/Client Executive

Clear Technologies
01.2018 - 01.2019

Director of Technical Sales

StorONE
01.2016 - 01.2018

Consulting Storage Technical Specialist

International Business Machines (IBM)
01.2015 - 01.2016

Certified Systems Storage Sales Leader

International Business Machines (IBM)
01.2009 - 01.2010

System Sales Manager

International Business Machines (IBM)
01.2007 - 01.2009

Storage Sales Specialist

International Business Machines (IBM)
01.2005 - 01.2007

Senior Sales Lead

International Business Machines (IBM)
01.2004 - 01.2005

IT Architect

International Business Machines (IBM)
01.2003 - 01.2004

Client Representative

International Business Machines (IBM)
01.1998 - 01.2003

Sales Engineer

Turbomeca Engine Corporation
01.1994 - 01.1998

Supervising Mechanical Engineer

Superconducting Super Collider
01.1990 - 01.1994

Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering

Rochester Institute of Technology

Notable Highlights

  • Designed and Developed Hybrid Cloud and AI Technology environments to specific client use cases at customers such as Truist, Bank of America and Oak Ridge National Labs resulting in over $20M in Revenue
  • Co-authored four (4) IBM Redbooks on distributed storage, storage software and virtualization. The guides serve as the definitive technical manuals for clients, IBM architects and business partners
  • Built Cyber Security/Cyber Resiliency sandbox and demo environment leveraging IBM FlashSystem and QRadar to protect data before a cyber attack occurs
  • Consulted various companies (Stevens Transport, The Apparel Group, etc.) in data center and infrastructure design and redesign, resulting in a combined revenue increase of $1.15M+. Produced White Paper on VSI and developed methodologies to map technology to business values, improving potential revenue opportunity by 150%+.
  • Worked with companies (Dell Services, Tenet Healthcare, Essilor of America, HPES/Sabre, etc.) to design and provide cloud storage solutions for various functions generating $10M+ revenue for IBM.
  • Exceeded 2020 revenue quota by achieving 107% of full year plan. Consistently grew revenue by 10%+ per quarter.