Cloudera

At Cloudera, we believe that data can make what is impossible today, possible tomorrow.

Partner Sales Manager

Full TimeRemoteTeam 1,001-5,000Since 2008H1B SponsorCompany SiteLinkedIn

Location

United States

Posted

10 days ago

Salary

Not specified

Bachelor Degree10 yrs expEnglishSalesforce

Job Description

• Drive proactive sales opportunity generation, pipeline management and deal closure with partners • Align with assigned sales teams to develop a regional partner strategy that will ensure Partner and Cloudera sales success • Meet or exceed all sales targets • Deep understanding of partners business model and what motivates them to partner with Cloudera • Ability to articulate partner success criteria internally • Develop a regional partner map outlining current partner capabilities, capacity and gaps • Build a regional partner business plan with quantified goals and milestones to achieve partner-influenced revenue metrics • Identify, recruit and onboard key local partners required to meet/exceed plan goals • Align with Cloudera’s corporate Business Development team to execute strategic partner GTM plays and provide feedback into partner programs • Facilitate the development of advanced partner solutions to drive revenue growth • Maintain and report an accurate partner sales forecast in SFDC with 4X pipeline coverage • Manage regular business reviews between Cloudera and priority partners

Job Requirements

  • Minimum 10+ years’ experience in direct and channel sales
  • Deep understanding of current Data and AI ecosystem landscape and software business
  • Proven channel sales /alliance experience with quantifiable results building the field execution with key partners
  • Ability to mentor direct sales reps in benefits of collaboration while providing best practices
  • Must possess a quantifiable record of success in enterprise technology sales, with a demonstrated ability to meet or exceed sales objectives and the ability to generate new business through partners
  • Must understand complex sales process, build consensus and be adept at developing sponsorship to drive sales and technical certification results at multiple levels
  • Direct experience creating and executing partner business plans with both Global and regional sized partners
  • Ability to set priorities, focus on details and motivate internal and external teams to deliver agreed upon goals
  • Ability to lead teams and projects through influence rather than direction
  • Stand out communications skills and high energy level
  • Experience working in both start-up and larger company environments, and with partners of different sizes
  • BA/BS degree required
  • Technical competence strongly preferred.

Benefits

  • Generous PTO Policy
  • Support work life balance with Unplugged Days
  • Flexible WFH Policy
  • Mental & Physical Wellness programs
  • Phone and Internet Reimbursement program
  • Access to Continued Career Development
  • Comprehensive Benefits and Competitive Packages
  • Paid Volunteer Time
  • Employee Resource Groups

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