Channel Business Manager

Our MissionAt Palo Alto Networks, we’re united by a shared mission—to protect our digital way of life. We thrive at the intersection of innovation and impact, solving real-world problems with cutting-edge technology and bold thinking. Here, everyone has a voice, and every idea counts. If you’re ready to do the most meaningful work of your career alongside people who are just as passionate as you are, you’re in the right place.Who We AreIn order to be the cybersecurity partner of choice, we must trailblaze the path and shape the future of our industry. This is something our employees work at each day and is defined by our values: Disruption, Collaboration, Execution, Integrity, and Inclusion. We weave AI into the fabric of everything we do and use it to augment the impact every individual can have. If you are passionate about solving real-world problems and ideating beside the best and the brightest, we invite you to join us!This role is remote, but distance is no barrier to impact. Our hybrid teams collaborate across geographies to solve big problems, stay close to our customers, and grow together. You will be part of a culture that values trust, accountability, and shared success where your work truly matters.Job SummaryYou will center your role on relationship management to achieve measurable results in increased revenue, market share, and depth within each partner sales team. Your success in this role will span the creation and execution of unique business plans with each potential. This segment is channel-reliant sales motion and will require focus on specific channel plays. You’ll be measured primarily on the joint business executed with each partner. You’ll be working within all levels of partner organizations and possess a commitment that focuses on developing partnerships based on the long-term, “outcome where everybody wins” strategy.Your ImpactDevelop and execute channel strategy to to support territory geo supporting mix of sales segmentsManagement of strategic group of partnersTerritory/district plans driving all aspects key sales initiatives to support business goalsPartner relationship to maximize growth opportunities and ensuring the partner is well-positioned to deliver successful customer implementations and recommendationsWork well in a team environment to ensure partner and customer satisfactionDesign a compelling value proposition that inspires partners to promote our solutionsProvide clear and consistent communication across the region with your dedicated partners to build strong partnerships throughout your assignmentLead regular business performance and relationship reviews with senior management and various stakeholdersBuild and maintain the activity of performance reports and activity dashboardsQualifications Five to seven years experience in channel management supporting the mixed sales segment territoriesUnderstanding of channel operating modelsKnowledge of sales, marketing, and solution developmentDemonstrate strong initiative and ability to think creatively with excellent presentation, written, and overall communication skillsConsistent track record of leading complex sales situations through negotiation and conflict resolutionThe TeamThe channel organization at Palo Alto Networks is a strategic pillar for our continued growth within cybersecurity, and a critical component to accomplishing our mission. Channel development is an extension of the territory sales team, with the ultimate goal to train and enable our channel partners to become empowered in the use and sales of our products.Compensation DisclosureThe compensation offered for this position will depend on qualifications, experience, and work location. For candidates who receive an offer at the posted level, the starting base salary (for non-sales roles) or base salary + commission target (for sales/com-missioned roles) is expected to be the annual range listed below. The offered compensation may also include restricted stock units and a bonus. A description of our employee benefits may be found here.$232,000.00 - $319,000.00/yrOur Commitment We’re trailblazers that dream big, take risks, and challenge cybersecurity’s status quo. It’s simple: we can’t accomplish our mission without diverse teams innovating, together.We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for all qualified individuals with a disability. If you require assistance or accommodation due to a disability or special need, please contact us at Alto Networks is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity in our workplace, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or other legally protected characteristics.All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.Is role eligible for Immigration Sponsorship? No. Please note that we will not sponsor applicants for work visas for this position.Motor-Vehicle Requirement: This role may require travel to and from Palo Alto Networks, Inc. business meetings and events and requires reliable transportation to do so. If a hire chooses to drive in connection with company business, the hire for this role must maintain a valid driver’s license.SummaryLocation: Atlanta, United States of America; Tampa, Florida; Jacksonville, United States of America; Orlando, United States of America; Miami, FloridaType: Full time