This hybrid role in Riyadh manages and develops partner relationships for Extreme Networks, requiring 3+ years of channel management experience. The candidate must be a Saudi national and will drive revenue growth through partner strategy alignment, acquisition, onboarding, and enablement across the territory.
- Compensation
- SAR 650,000–750,000 / year
What you need
- Candidate must be Saudi Nationals for this role
- Bachelor's degree in engineering or business or a related field
- 3 years of experience in channel management within a Distributor or related vendor
- Technical experience in Networking
- Fluent in English and Arabic
- Willingness to travel within Saudi Arabia
What you will own
- Align channel strategies with regional sales goals to increase territory revenue
- Develop and manage territory channel development plan, map tiered partners, identify gaps, and recruit/onboard new partners
- Establish and maintain strong partner relationships as trusted advisor and main point of contact
- Collaborate with sales and regional teams to identify channel coverage gaps and lead partner onboarding
- Drive pipeline creation and opportunity management in SFDC and Clari; monitor sales forecasts
- Organize training sessions and events for channel partners on new products and strategic initiatives
Core skillsChannel ManagementPartner Relationship ManagementSales ForecastingCRM ToolsNetworkingBusiness DevelopmentB2B SalesArabic-English BilingualStrategic PlanningSFDC
About Extreme Networks
At Extreme Networks, we push the boundaries of networking technology, leveraging the powers of machine learning, artificial intelligence, analytics, and automation. Over 50,000 customers globally trust our end-to-end, cloud-driven networking solutions and rely on our top-rated services and support to accelerate their digital transformation efforts. With double-digit growth year over year, no provider is better positioned to deliver scalable outcomes than Extreme.
Position Overview
As a Partner Account Executive (PAM) at Extreme Networks, you will play a pivotal role in managing, developing, and growing our partnerships within the assigned territory directly impacting our company's revenue.
Your primary objective will be to drive revenue growth and oversee all activities related to business planning, channel management, pipeline management, enablement, sales coaching, marketing, and forecasting. In addition to maximizing partners' net new opportunities.
This role requires collaboration across various internal teams to ensure partners receive the support needed to achieve their sales and marketing objectives.
Join our team to build and manage relationships with our partners as a trusted advisor at every level.Key Responsibilities
Channel Strategy Alignment:
Align channel strategies with regional sales goals to increase revenue within the assigned territory.
Channel Development Plan: Develop and manage the territory channel development plan, map tiered partners against opportunities, identify gaps, and recruit and onboard new partners. Own short-term and long-term goals for channel partners.
Partner Relationship Management: Establish and maintain strong relationships with partners, acting as a trusted advisor and main point of contact within Extreme Networks. Foster relationships with key stakeholders to increase brand awareness and mindshare.
Partner Acquisition and Onboarding: Collaborate with sales, regional teams and distributors to identify gaps in channel coverage. Lead the onboarding process for new partners, ensuring they are equipped with the necessary resources and support.
Pipeline and Forecast Management: Collaborate with account executives and channel partners to drive pipeline creation and opportunities management in SFDC and Clari. Monitor and manage sales forecasts, ensuring accuracy and alignment with targets.
Enablement and Training: rganize regular updates, training sessions, and events for channel partners to review new products, programs and strategic initiatives.
Marketing planning: Work closely with channel partners’ marketing team for having a marketing plan to promote Extreme Networks to prospects.
Program Compliance: Ensure partners comply with Extreme Networks' partner programs and initiatives. Organize regular updates and reviews to maintain alignment.
Qualifications
Candidate must be Saudi Nationals for this role.
Fluent in English and Arabic.
This role is based in Riyadh – Saudi Arabia.
Bachelor’s degree in engineering or business or a related field.
3 years of experience in channel management within a Distributor or related vendor.
Technical experience in Networking. Additional knowledge in cloud, AI, or security sectors is highly appreciated.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build trusted relationships with partners and internal teams.
Ability to work collaboratively in a matrixed environment, influencing cross-functional teams to achieve objectives
Proven ability to develop and execute business plans, track progress, and adjust strategies as needed.
Strong business acumen, understanding partner go-to-market strategies, define partners' key success criteria, aligning our business with theirs
Familiarity with CRM tools and sales forecasting methodologies.
Willingness to travel within Saudi Arabia.
***OTE is on a 50/50 split and is based on qualifications and experience 650-750K SAR OTE
Extreme Networks Benefits
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Why Join Extreme Networks?
At Extreme Networks, we believe in fostering an inclusive workplace that embraces our differences and creates an atmosphere where all employees thrive. Our core values—Teamwork, Transparency, Candor, Curiosity, Ownership, and Inclusion—guide our actions and decisions. We are committed to providing our employees with opportunities for growth, development, and career advancement.
