National Strategic Partner Manager

Location: North Carolina Remote, United States of America Thales people architect identity management and data protection solutions at the heart of digital security. Business and governments rely on us to bring trust to the billions of digital interactions they have with people. Our technologies and services help banks exchange funds, people cross borders, energy become smarter and much more. More than 30,000 organizations already rely on us to verify the identities of people and things, grant access to digital services, analyze vast quantities of information and encrypt data to make the connected world more secure. Remote- North Carolina Thales is hiring an experience National Channel Account Manager who'll be responsible for establishing, developing and implementing key strategic territory plans, channel initiatives and partner account plans with Optiv, specializing in security solutions across North America.  This position will work closely with key contacts to help Optiv build a vision and execute a strategy that derives maximum business benefit from offering our portfolio of solutions to their customers across Thales Data Security and Imperva. The National CAM will manage all aspects of the business as well as be the liaison between the internal and partner sales and marketing teams.  The CAM will implement a ROI approach to partnering efforts with an emphasis on revenue generation, channel generated opportunities, and a focus on product offerings that differentiate Thales and Imperva in the marketplace. The Channel Account Manager will need to understand how to drive channel growth, create channel opportunities and manage partner relationships.  Key Areas of Responsibility Educate and Enable Optiv to drive Thales and Imperva sales Manage, develop, and maintain strong and successful relationships with Optiv, Thales and Imperva sales and leadership teams, as well as key end-user customers for continued business growth Build a joint business plan, with quantified action plans and a regular cadence of reviews Plan and develop go-to-market strategies and execute on marketing initiatives to deliver on the strategy Understand key goals and objectives of Optiv and come to agreement on mutual goals that align the partner with ours Understand and be conversant on the partner business metrics of taking on our solutions and building a profitable business selling, implementing, and supporting them. The CAM will facilitate and ensure all program requirements have been met by Optiv. Key point of contact that manages the occasional handling of difficult conversations and bringing about successful resolutions with the partner Enable the Optiv community to sell Thales solutions Build and expand the executive level Thales/Optiv value proposition Keep management current on status and performance through regular communication, forecasts, reviews, and reports Minimum Requirements Bachelor’s degree in Business or Marketing or another related field of study or equivalent work experience 5+ years minimum experience in channel sales and channel development, in a security, appdev, networking, cloud based or Infrastructure Company preferably within a two-tier distribution environment Ability to forecast annual, quarterly, and monthly revenue streams accurately. Capable of developing and presenting interesting solution strategies, meeting/exceeding customer requirements and expectation Strong written, verbal and organizational communication skills and can clearly and effectively articulate Thales value as well as the ability to engage with all levels of a distribution Partner organization Ability to perform job functions independently with limited supervision Using business-planning skills to achieve a high level of customer and partner satisfaction Ability to execute and deliver a defined plan to exceed revenue goals Results oriented and effective in customer situations comprising senior level management Must have the ability to work independently in a dynamic sales environment Ability to work in a fast-moving environment, to prioritize effectively to think big picture, and to use good judgment in resolving difficult issues Passion, Commitment and drive for success working in a motivated Team environment Strong cross-functional leadership and excellent communications skills to drive consensus across groups both internally and within the Channel/Partner organizations Must demonstrate both personal integrity and the ability to exercise good judgment Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States for any employer at the time of hire. This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship or for assuming sponsorship of an employment visa now or in the future. If you’re excited about working with Thales, but not meeting the requirements for this position, we encourage you to join our Talent Community! https://careers.thalesgroup.com/global/en/jointalentcommunity . You can upload your CV and our recruiters can get in touch with any new opportunities that may be of interest to you. Why Join Us? Say HI and learn more about working at Thales click here #LI-MM1 #LI-Remote This position will require successfully completing a post-offer background check. Qualified candidates with criminal history will be considered and are not automatically disqualified, consistent with applicable federal law, state law (the California Fair Chance Act), and local ordinances (San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and Los Angeles County’s Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers). 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