Regional Partner Manager

Vectra is the leader in AI-driven threat detection and response for hybrid and multi-cloud enterprises.

The Vectra AI Platform delivers integrated signal across public cloud, SaaS, identity, and data center networks in a single platform. Powered by patented Attack Signal Intelligence, it empowers security teams to rapidly prioritize, investigate and respond to the most advanced cyber-attacks. With 35 patents in AI-driven threat detection and the most vendor references in MITRE D3FEND, organizations worldwide rely on the Vectra AI to move at the speed and scale of hybrid attackers. For more information, visit www.vectra.ai.

Vectra AI is seeking a self-starting, highly motivated channel sales professional to join our Partner Sales organization as a Regional Partner Manager in North America.

As the Regional Partner Manager, East you will own and manage the relationship between Vectra AI and the channel landscape, including Distribution, VARs, MSSPs and Referral partners. All aspects of partner recruitment, partner enablement, business planning, sales, sales forecasting, joint marketing activities, etc. will be the responsibility of the Channel Manager.

The Regional Partner Manager is responsible for managing the Vectra AI Channel partners in region to meet and exceed revenue targets, new customer logos, market share and other channel performance metrics defined in the Vectra AI partner program.

The Regional Partner Manager will need to be passionate about the extraordinary value Vectra AI is providing to our customers while also conducting themselves with professionalism, honesty, and integrity. Vectra AI has an aggressive, but methodical, approach to driving growth, and the successful candidate will need strong experience in channel management as well as in selling to end-customers carrying own quota.

Typical duties & responsibilities (but not limited to) :

• Working with Distribution Partners to identify, recruit & enable new Partners, that match the ideal partner profile for Vectra AI.
• Maintaining contracts, pricing updates, and driving net new contracts is required. Experience a must
• Leveraging Distribution to build pipeline, brand awareness and advocates in the Federal space.
• Working with Channel Partners to identify and develop new business wins for Vectra AI.
• Development and execution of a partner account plan in close coordination with the Regional Sales team. This will include strategic direction / goals, business planning, account mappings, lead / pipeline generation, know-how transfer, etc.
• Working with the marketing team and the Channel Partners to develop and manage marketing plans to further Vectra AI business and develop a win / win relationship.
• Manage the financial aspects of the Channel Partner relationship including revenue, renewals rate, margin, rebate, etc.
• Manage the pipeline together with the partners, assisting the partner with required resources and closing the deals.
• Representing the needs of the Channel Partner to Vectra AI.
• Maintain high activity rates with focus partners including Onsite meetings, Partner facing calls, quarterly business reviews, floor walks, etc.
• Establishing a support mechanism to make Vectra AI the easiest and preferred vendor to work with and actively remove barriers to that gain.
• Actively work with the Regional Sales Managers on regional channel strategies to achieve the key goals of Vectra AI and the Channel Partners.
• Presentation and solution selling at the highest levels. Position Vectra AI solutions and articulate Vectra AI strategies (value propositions) at events and customer meetings.
• Coordinate and manage interaction between Channel partners and other key Vectra AI teams including Regional Sales Managers, Marketing team, Sales Engineers, Business Operations, etc.
• 75% travel in region

Candidate Requirements

Special Conditions

Our competitive total rewards package includes cash compensation within the range provided below Actual pay for this position may vary based on the hired candidate's location, experience and relevant incumbent pay position.

Vectra Total Rewards

$146,000 — $282,300 USD

Vectra provides a comprehensive total rewards package that supports the financial, physical, mental and overall health of our employees and their families. Compensation includes competitive base pay, incentive pla n eligibility, and participation in the employee equity plan (stock options). Specific benefits offered var ies by location, but commonly in clude health care insurance , income protection / life insurance , access to retirement savings plans, behavioral & emotional wellness services , generous time away from work, and a comprehensive employee recognition program.

Vectra is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status.