Senior Workload Specialist
As a senior workload specialist at Oracle, Montreal Green is part of a dynamic team that drives business growth and innovation. We caught up with him about his experiences and insights on the job, Oracle culture, and being a proud member of the Alliance of Black Leaders for Excellence (ABLE).
A day in the life
Montreal’s days are filled with fresh challenges, but most start with the basics: checking his emails, responding to customer inquiries, and researching new business opportunities. “My average day is pretty busy,” he says. “I’m always looking for ways to assist customers in changing or bettering their business models.”
“If someone is going to come in and take on an opportunity where they can learn, they can grow, and they can become something that they probably never envisioned,” Montreal adds.
A big part of this is looking for opportunities to connect with and understand people and finding out how you can assist them in bettering their business model.
What makes it exciting?
This is the most interesting part of the role for Montreal—the thrill of collaboration: either with talented colleagues or by learning from customers. It’s something that helps him stay ahead of the curve in a rapidly changing technology landscape. “Oracle has a lot of smart, talented people,” he notes. “When you can come together, pitch ideas, and learn from each other, that’s what’s exciting.”
The sheer variety of customers Montreal encounters is also staggering. Large or small, all kinds of companies depend on Oracle solutions. “You have people that are corporate customers, and you have people that are starting from scratch that are new startup companies. The technology is changing every day,” he explains.
Growing professionally
Since joining, Montreal has grown professionally in ways he never imagined. “I’ve become a more confident communicator,” he says. “I’ve learned to navigate complex business environments and build strong relationships with customers.” This is something he credits to in-house training programs, mentorship, and a supportive growth culture.
“I’m more comfortable within my role,” he shares. “My ability to communicate with the customer has grown—understanding what their needs are—and being that middle person between the business and that customer helps them accomplish the end goal.”
Employees coming together
Montreal is also proud to be part of ABLE, an employee resource group (ERG) that fosters inclusion and community engagement. ABLE has contributed positively while giving him the chance to connect with many like-minded individuals and forum to share ideas.
“The culture is amazing,” he enthuses. “I graduated from a Historically Black College University (HBCU). And so, when I came here, I wasn’t only just seeing people that looked like myself; I was seeing from all different walks of life.”
With 15 chapters and counting, the ERG is all about empowering people, making ideas better, and making teams stronger.
Making an impact
Montreal knows that his work has a direct impact on customers’ lives. He’s not just selling software; he’s helping businesses solve problems, improve efficiency, and drive innovation. It’s something that he takes a lot of pride in.
“Knowing that Oracle has an impact on billions of people around the world makes me excited,” he shares. “I’m a big sports guy. So, when I’m going to a football game or a basketball game and see our software in a back office, or if I go to my doctor and mention I work at Oracle and see that they use our products, it warms my heart.”
Seeing this real-world impact is part of what keeps him hooked on life at Oracle.
Give it 100%
For those considering a career here, Montreal offers words of encouragement. “Anybody that’s considering a career at Oracle, especially anyone that’s coming straight out of college, if you’re passionate about taking your career to the next level, this is the next step. Don’t be afraid.”
For Montreal, it’s a meritocracy ready to pay off for the right person with the right attitude. “You have to find it within yourself. You have to know that this is something that you want to do, something you want to pursue, and that you’re actually going to give it 100%.”
“Show yourself, your managers, and your peers that you’re a game player, that you’re going to help the team grow, that you’re going to help the team hit targets.” If you can do all that he believes, the rewards will come.
Join the team
It’s clear from Montreal’s insights that if you’re passionate about innovation, customer success, and making a positive impact, you should consider a career in tech sales. You’ll have the opportunity to drive business growth, collaborate with global talent, and develop skills that will take your career to the next level in diverse areas from inside and field sales to strategic sales and business development.
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