
Partner Account Manager - Saudi Arabia (Riyadh)
- الرياض
- دائم
- دوام كامل
- Channel Strategy Alignment:
- Align channel strategies with regional sales goals to increase revenue within the assigned territory.
- Channel Development Plan: Develop and manage the territory channel development plan, map tiered partners against opportunities, identify gaps, and recruit and onboard new partners. Own short-term and long-term goals for channel partners.
- Partner Relationship Management: Establish and maintain strong relationships with partners, acting as a trusted advisor and main point of contact within Extreme Networks. Foster relationships with key stakeholders to increase brand awareness and mindshare.
- Partner Acquisition and Onboarding: Collaborate with sales, regional teams and distributors to identify gaps in channel coverage. Lead the onboarding process for new partners, ensuring they are equipped with the necessary resources and support.
- Pipeline and Forecast Management: Collaborate with account executives and channel partners to drive pipeline creation and opportunities management in SFDC and Clari. Monitor and manage sales forecasts, ensuring accuracy and alignment with targets.
- Enablement and Training: rganize regular updates, training sessions, and events for channel partners to review new products, programs and strategic initiatives.
- Marketing planning: Work closely with channel partners' marketing team for having a marketing plan to promote Extreme Networks to prospects.
- Program Compliance: Ensure partners comply with Extreme Networks' partner programs and initiatives. Organize regular updates and reviews to maintain alignment.
- Saudi National is required for this role.
- Fluent in English and Arabic.
- This role is based in Riyadh - Saudi Arabia.
- Bachelor's degree in engineering or business or a related field.
- 3 years of experience in channel management within a Distributor or related vendor.
- Technical experience in Networking. Additional knowledge in cloud, AI, or security sectors is highly appreciated.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build trusted relationships with partners and internal teams.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a matrixed environment, influencing cross-functional teams to achieve objectives
- Proven ability to develop and execute business plans, track progress, and adjust strategies as needed.
- Strong business acumen, understanding partner go-to-market strategies, define partners' key success criteria, aligning our business with theirs
- Familiarity with CRM tools and sales forecasting methodologies.
- Willingness to travel within Saudi Arabia.