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Amazon is hiring a GTM Senior Advisor in Chicago, IL. It is a full-time role in Sales & Business Development, asking for at least 5 years of experience, first listed on November 1. The description mentions AWS. Amazon has 539 other openings in the US, 8 of them in Chicago, IL. Across all employers on USA Jobs 24 there are 112 Sales & BD openings in Chicago, IL today; the typical one asks for 5 years and advertises about $165,000 a year at the midpoint.
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Amazon has 540 openings on USA Jobs 24 today across 36 states. Most are in software & IT (180), data & AI (84) and operations (82). The biggest locations are Seattle, WA (118), Bellevue, WA (40) and Arlington, VA (35). 1% of them are remote, 11% are open to entry-level candidates and 6% show pay. We collect Amazon's jobs every day straight from its own careers system (Amazon Jobs), never from job boards or agencies.
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Key job responsibilities
- Partner and closely work with Sales Leadership teams and Field Sales organization
- Work with senior customer leaders (CIO and CTO) to build common visions and solutions based on the transformation strategy of their customers
- Lead/Support migration and modernization pursuits align to customers goals and priorities through partnership with sales leaders and account teams
- Prepare and give business reviews to management (MBRs, QBRs)
- Qualify migration and modernization opportunities based on best practices
- Maintain and grow migration and modernization skills
- Serve as the AWS advisor for customers strategic transformation initiatives and cloud adoption
- Support Account Sales team in presentations of strategy and Cloud Adoption vision to the C-suite including CEOs, COO, CFO, CIO and CTO
A day in the life
Your Typical Week Looks Like:
- Customer Meetings: Assisting Account managers in customer meetings with CIOs, CTOs, and VPs to understand their business challenges and map out a cloud adoption strategy that makes sense for them
- Sales Collaboration: Partnering with AWS sales teams to identify customers who need migration help, then shaping the engagement approach together
- Strategy Development: Strategizing with customers on technology roadmaps and transformation plans for enterprise customers not just the tech, but the organizational change that comes with it
- Solution Design: Pulling together multiple AWS services and partner solutions into a cohesive plan that solves real business problems, not just technical ones
- Driving Opportunities: Actively moving migration and modernization deals forward by demonstrating value and building executive confidence
Who You're Working With:
- Externally: C-suite and VP-level leaders at large enterprises
- Internally: AWS sales teams, solution architects, and the broader Migration & Modernization organization
What Makes This Role Different:
This isn't a heads-down technical role. You're operating as a strategic advisor — equal parts consultant, strategist, and business development. Success means customers trust your guidance, adopt cloud effectively, and AWS grows its migration pipeline as a result.
About the team
AWS Global Sales drives adoption of the AWS cloud worldwide, enabling customers of all
sizes to innovate and expand in the cloud. Our team empowers every customer to grow by
providing tailored service, unmatched technology, and unwavering support. We dive deep
to understand each customer's unique challenges, then craft innovative solutions that
accelerate their success. This customer-first approach is how we built the world's most
adopted cloud. Join us and help us grow.
Why AWS?
Amazon Web Services (AWS) is the world’s most comprehensive and broadly adopted cloud platform. We pioneered cloud computing and never stopped innovating — that’s why customers from the most successful startups to Global 500 companies trust our robust suite of products and services to power their businesses.
Inclusive Team Culture
Here at AWS, it’s in our nature to learn and be curious. Our employee-led affinity groups foster a culture of inclusion that empower us to be proud of our differences. Ongoing events and learning experiences, including our Conversations on Race and Ethnicity (CORE) and AmazeCon (diversity) conferences, inspire us to never stop embracing our uniqueness.
Mentorship & Career Growth
We’re continuously raising our performance bar as we strive to become Earth’s Best Employer. That’s why you’ll find endless knowledge-sharing, mentorship and other career-advancing resources here to help you develop into a better-rounded professional.
Diverse Experiences
AWS values diverse experiences. Even if you do not meet all of the qualifications and skills listed in the job description, we encourage candidates to apply. If your career is just starting, hasn’t followed a traditional path, or includes alternative experiences, don’t let it stop you from applying.
Work/Life Balance
We value work-life harmony. Achieving success at work should never come at the expense of sacrifices at home, which is why we strive for flexibility as part of our working culture. When we feel supported in the workplace and at home, there’s nothing we can’t achieve in the cloud.
Basic qualifications
- 5+ years of Go-To-Market, Business Development, Sales, or Consulting experience
Preferred qualifications
- 5+ years of working with Core Cloud Technology Services, including, but not limited to Compute, Edge, Hybrid, Security, and/or Networking experience
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
Los Angeles County applicants: Job duties for this position include: work safely and cooperatively with other employees, supervisors, and staff; adhere to standards of excellence despite stressful conditions; communicate effectively and respectfully with employees, supervisors, and staff to ensure exceptional customer service; and follow all federal, state, and local laws and Company policies. Criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship with some of the material job duties of this position. These include the duties and responsibilities listed above, as well as the abilities to adhere to company policies, exercise sound judgment, effectively manage stress and work safely and respectfully with others, exhibit trustworthiness and professionalism, and safeguard business operations and the Company’s reputation. Pursuant to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.
The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits.
USA, CA, SAN FRANCISCO - 162,700.00 - 220,200.00 USD annually
USA, IL, Chicago - 147,900.00 - 200,100.00 USD annually
USA, MA, Boston - 147,900.00 - 200,100.00 USD annually
USA, NY, New York - 162,700.00 - 220,200.00 USD annually
USA, TX, AUSTIN - 147,900.00 - 200,100.00 USD annually
USA, WA, Seattle - 147,900.00 - 200,100.00 USD annually
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