Candidate should be comfortable with C suite executives, and leading IBMers through collaborative influence andsalesleadership.
Lead and guide the sellers toco-create business growth plans with partners gaining C-Level support of joint growth initiatives leveraging IBMSalesPlay and relevant partner programs
Owns and manages the relationship with partners; assigned to specific partner or group of partners.
Responsible for achieving partner revenue targets.
Manages pipeline development and progression of deals for aligned partners.
Coordinates ecosystem team across technical,sales, partner growth, etc to deliver superior value and services to partners.
Advocates for partners within IBM (connects partners to key resources across IBM, BUs and sellers).
Drives sell-to and sell-through revenue across IBM software brands
Works to drive joint GTM with partners and helps progress deals.
Grows IBM capabilities within partner on IBM’s technology and business agenda (eg.Hybrid Cloud& AI)
Drive joint initiatives managed via QBRs, Custom Growth Initiatives (CGI) and Cloud Engagement Fund (CEF)
Provides offers, programs and contracting knowledge to partners
Skills and Experience Required:
Has at least 10+ years of experience insalesrole. Preferably Software partnersalesexperience.
Demonstrates understanding of the Partner ecosystem and how IBM works with Partners
Has knowledge of IBM solutions along with strong knowledge of IBM Software
SalesExperience from any of the areas such asHybrid cloud,Data & AI,Security, Cloud and Automation.
Solid experience in enterprisesalesroles and/or partner development.
Ability to sell solutions in a multiproduct environment, On-prem, Hybrid or as-a- Service.
Proven ability to work with global cross-functional teams and achieve success for customers.
Balance of strategic and tactical skills.
Solution selling approach, Business case, ROI etc.