Channel Executive
at Sage
Location: Remote
Employment Type: full_time
Job Description
<span id="j_id0:j_id1:j_id265:j_id401:j_id402:j_id411:j_id412:1:j_id413:j_id415"><span id="j_id0:j_id1:j_id265:j_id401:j_id402:j_id411:j_id412:1:j_id413:j_id419">As our entry-level Channel Executive, you will lead the Sage relationship with VAR partners, assisting with pipeline management and daily account operations. To thrive in this role, you will manage a broad portfolio of partners on a one-to-many basis, delivering consistent support and communication, and collaborating with internal teams and partners to drive sales opportunities and ensure successful outcomes.
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<br>*This is a hybrid office environment that meets 3 days a week*</span></span><br/><span id="j_id0:j_id1:j_id265:j_id401:j_id402:j_id411:j_id412:2:j_id413:j_id415"><span id="j_id0:j_id1:j_id265:j_id401:j_id402:j_id411:j_id412:2:j_id413:j_id419">• Agree on mutual objectives and track partner performance to identify trends and opportunities for improvement.
<br>• Guide the Sage partner program, campaigns, and enablement activities.
<br>• Develop and share knowledge of Sage's core solutions and joint partner value proposition, including relevant Technology partner offerings.
<br>•Assist in maintaining strong relationships with partners by providing sales and operational support.
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<br>Opportunity management:
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<br>•Collaborate on partner sales calls where appropriate to support in selling the joint value proposition to customers.
<br>•Opportunity management by supporting with quoting, product information, and deal registration processes, as well as creating a rhythm to develop forecast accuracy.
<br>•Facilitate partner sales development opportunities with partner-led demand generation e.g., incentives.
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<br>Enablement and training:
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<br>•Assist in promoting partner enablement sessions and events.
<br>•Help to ensure partners are familiar with Sage's solutions and value propositions.
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<br>Reporting and analytics:
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<br>•Collect and organize partner performance data for analysis.
<br>•Contribute to preparing reports for internal stakeholders and partner reviews as required.
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<br>Qualifications:
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<br>• Over 2 years of experience in channel/partner management within the SaaS industry.
<br>• Deep understanding of subscription-based cloud software business models.
<br>• Proven ability to influence stakeholders at all organizational levels, including C-suite executives.
<br>• Familiarity with accounting and CRM software, particularly the Sage product suite.
<br>• Experience with enterprise software solutions and managing relationships in large, complex organizations.
<br>• Comprehensive background in channel relationship management.
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<br>Perks? We have plenty.
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<br>• Competitive salaries that landed us in the top 5% of similar-sized companies (according to Comparably).
<br>• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage.
<br>• 401(k) retirement match (100% matching up to 4%).
<br>• 32 days paid time off (21 personal days, 10 national holidays, 1 floating holiday).
<br>• 18 weeks of paid parental leave for birth, adoption, or surrogacy offered 1 year after the start date.
<br>• 5 days paid yearly to volunteer (through Sage Foundation).
<br>• $5,250 tuition reimbursement per calendar year, starting 6 months after the hire date.
<br>• Sage Wellness Rewards Program ($600 wellness credit and $360 fitness reimbursement annually).
<br>• Library of on-demand career development options and ongoing training offerings.
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<br>What it’s like to work at Sage:
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<br>Careers homepage - <a href="https://www.sage.com/en-us/company/careers/" target="_blank">https://www.sage.com/en-us/company/careers/</a>
<br>Glassdoor reviews - <a href="https://www.glassdoor.com/Reviews/Sage-Reviews-E1150.htm" target="_blank">https://www.glassdoor.com/Reviews/Sage-Reviews-E1150.htm</a>
<br>LinkedIn page - <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/sage-software" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/company/sage-software</a>
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