Channel Sales Manager

Responsibilities
Drive channel sales for Wirespeed by identifying, recruiting, and enabling high-potential VARs and other strategic partners in your territory.
Own a quota-based book of business, managing both channel-sourced and partner-influenced pipeline from prospecting through close.
Build and execute partner go-to-market plans in collaboration with Sales and Marketing including campaigns, enablement, and co-selling motions.
Plan and execute partner events, webinars, and trade show engagements to create demand, accelerate deals, and strengthen relationships.
Develop strong, multi-level relationships within partner organizations, from executives to front-line sellers, to increase mindshare and deal velocity.
Leverage CRM and partner management tools to forecast accurately, report on performance, and continuously refine your territory and account strategy.
Skills and Qualifications
5+ years of experience in channel management, channel sales, or business development with a proven record of achieving or exceeding revenue targets through partners.
Experience working with VARs, distributors, or other indirect channels, ideally in cybersecurity, SaaS, or related technology sectors.
Collaborative, self-motivated, and results-oriented mindset with a strong focus on quality, customer impact, and doing what is right for partners and end customers.
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, evolving environment, balancing multiple partners, programs, and opportunities while maintaining clarity on priorities.
Exceptional verbal, written, and presentation skills, with experience presenting to executives and facilitating partner enablement sessions.
Comfort using social media and digital channels for professional networking, partner engagement, and market presence.
Strong organizational, creative, and problem-solving skills, with a data-informed approach to managing pipeline and forecasting.
Proficiency with office productivity suites (Excel/Sheets, PowerPoint/Slides), CRM systems such as Salesforce, and partner or channel management tools.

Bonus Points
Experience building or scaling a new channel program or territory, including developing partner onboarding, enablement, and incentive structures.
Background selling cybersecurity products, security services, or other technical solutions to mid-market or enterprise customers through partners.
Prior experience working with distributed teams and coordinating cross-functional initiatives across time zones.
Familiarity with Wirespeed or similar security solutions and an interest in staying current on cybersecurity trends.
Demonstrated success using events, trade shows, or user conferences as core components of a channel demand generation strategy.

Compensation
Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The US base salary for this position ranges from $140,000/year in our lowest geographic market up to $170,000/year in our highest geographic market. Consistent with applicable laws, an employee's pay within this range is based on a number of factors, which include but are not limited to relevant education, skills, job-related knowledge, qualifications, work experience, credentials, and/or geographic location.

Your recruiter can share more on target salary for your location during the interview process. Coalition, Inc. reserves the right to modify this range as needed.
OTE target for this role is $210,000 - $240,000+ (uncapped potential).

Perks
100% medical, dental and vision coverage
Flexible PTO policy
Annual home office stipend and WeWork access
Mental & physical health wellness programs (One Medical, Headspace, Wellhub, and more)!
Competitive compensation and opportunity for advancement

Skills Required
5+ years of experience in channel management, channel sales, or business development with proven revenue attainment through partners.
Experience working with VARs, distributors, or other indirect channels, ideally in cybersecurity, SaaS, or related technology sectors.
Proven ability to own a quota-based book of business and manage partner-sourced and partner-influenced pipeline from prospect to close.
Experience building and executing partner go-to-market plans, campaigns, enablement, and co-selling motions.
Exceptional verbal, written, and presentation skills, including presenting to executives and facilitating partner enablement sessions.
Comfort using social media and digital channels for professional networking and partner engagement.
Strong organizational, creative, and problem-solving skills with a data-informed approach to pipeline management and forecasting.
Proficiency with office productivity suites (Excel/Sheets, PowerPoint/Slides) and CRM systems such as Salesforce.
Experience with partner or channel management tools and leveraging CRM to forecast and report on performance.
Preference for candidates based in the Eastern time zone.
Experience building or scaling a new channel program or territory, including partner onboarding, enablement, and incentive structures.
Background selling cybersecurity products, security services, or technical solutions to mid-market or enterprise customers through partners.
Prior experience working with distributed teams and coordinating cross-functional initiatives across time zones.
Familiarity with Wirespeed or similar security solutions and staying current on cybersecurity trends.
Demonstrated success using events, trade shows, or user conferences as core components of channel demand generation.