Were searching for an experienced Channel Manager to join our team in Dubai. The right candidate should possess a proven track record of establishing and managing successful channel/partner strategy.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Develop and maintain relationships with new and existing channel partners to expand sales;
- Handle Channel Partners and develop strategic relationship;
- Strengthen the relationship with the key decision makers of major Channel Partners;
- Interact very closely and on a daily basis with the accounts to ensure they are ready and well enabled to promote and sell the company s line of products;
- Collect data from the market for the assessment of company market share;
- Design and execute jointly developed business plans for identified partner accounts including strategic initiatives training plan marketing plan;
- Work collaboratively with Unit Managers PreSales and Product teams to assess client requirements developing a valueadd solution;
- Deliver presentation to partners and clients; arrange seminars with relevant prospect partners;
- Oversee implementation of targeted programs and marketing campaign;
- Ensure that Channels are able to generate business to ensure better Market Coverage and incremental revenue stream;
- Build/Maintain adequate pipeline for all handled products;
- Develop and deliver accurate sales forecasts in line with business
Requirements
Skills and Experience Required:
- University degree in Management Information Systems Telecommunications & Computer Communication or equivalent
- Minimum of 35 years experience in IT channel sales and account management
- Should have experience handling content management software/solutions in UAE.
- Excellent written & verbal communication in English
- Highly motivated committed with a genuine desire to succeed in sales
- Excellent teamwork skills are a must with proven ability to influence crossfunctional teams
- Proven records in achieving & over achieving sales targets
- Having relationship and experience in dealing with Channel Partners in the MEA Region
- Customer oriented with the ability to listen organize and champion key initiatives for channel development and customer satisfaction
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