Christian Knief is a seasoned Regional Sales Manager at Cisco, bringing over 20 years of extensive national and international experience in commercial finance, business development, and solution selling. His role is pivotal in executing Cisco's growth strategy across Germany, where he leads a dynamic team...
Christian Knief is a seasoned Regional Sales Manager at Cisco, bringing over 20 years of extensive national and international experience in commercial finance, business development, and solution selling. His role is pivotal in executing Cisco's growth strategy across Germany, where he leads a dynamic team of Territory Managers and Account Managers. Christian's expertise in business development is evident as he oversees the entire lifecycle—from crafting comprehensive business plans to incubating innovative solutions that meet the evolving needs of national, multinational, and public sector customers across the EMEA region.
At Cisco, Christian collaborates closely with technical specialists and inside sales teams to ensure a seamless integration of technology and sales strategies. His ability to forge strong partnerships with Resellers, Systems Integrators, and Internet Service Providers (ISPs) is instrumental in driving market penetration and expanding Cisco's footprint in a competitive landscape. He takes ownership of the sales forecast across operations, holding himself accountable for delivering on commitments and achieving ambitious growth targets.
Christian is also passionate about talent development, focusing on hiring and nurturing the right individuals to foster a high-performance culture within his team. His skills in cross-functional team leadership, business planning, and project management enable him to navigate complex sales cycles and deliver tailored solutions that resonate with clients. With a strong foundation in SaaS and professional services, Christian Knief continues to leverage his extensive background to drive sustainable growth and innovation at Cisco, positioning the company as a leader in the IT industry.
