Partner Development Manager - Cortex & Cloud SEUR

Palo Alto Networks

  • Milano
  • Tempo indeterminato
  • Full time
  • 16 giorni fa
Company DescriptionOur MissionAt Palo Alto Networks® everything starts and ends with our mission:Being the cybersecurity partner of choice, protecting our digital way of life.
Our vision is a world where each day is safer and more secure than the one before. We are a company built on the foundation of challenging and disrupting the way things are done, and we're looking for innovators who are as committed to shaping the future of cybersecurity as we are.Who We AreWe take our mission of protecting the digital way of life seriously. We are relentless in protecting our customers and we believe that the unique ideas of every member of our team contributes to our collective success. Our values were crowdsourced by employees and are brought to life through each of us everyday - from disruptive innovation and collaboration, to execution. From showing up for each other with integrity to creating an environment where we all feel included.As a member of our team, you will be shaping the future of cybersecurity. We work fast, value ongoing learning, and we respect each employee as a unique individual. Knowing we all have different needs, our development and personal wellbeing programs are designed to give you choice in how you are supported. This includes our FLEXBenefits wellbeing spending account with over 1,000 eligible items selected by employees, our mental and financial health resources, and our personalized learning opportunities - just to name a few!Job DescriptionYour CareerYou will center your role on partners relationship management to achieve measurable results in increased revenue, market share, and depth within each partner sales team. You'll be working within all levels of key SOC partners and Cloud Security partner organizations.You will be measured primarily on the joint business executed with each focus partner defined for your region. - you will be committed to developing partnerships based on the long term, “outcome where everybody wins” strategy.Your Impact
  • Develop and execute business plans driving all aspects of the partner relationship to maximize growth opportunities
  • Ensure the partner is well-positioned to deliver successful customer implementations across the full Cortex platform (XDR, XSIAM, XSOAR, Cloud)
  • Work well in a team environment to ensure partner and customer satisfaction
  • Design a compelling value proposition that inspires partners to promote our solutions
  • Support partners in developing Managed Services based on our emerging and established technologies increasing revenue growth
  • Provide clear and consistent communication across the region with your dedicated partners to build strong partnerships throughout your assignment
  • Lead regular business performance and relationship reviews with senior management and various stakeholders
  • Build and maintain the activity of performance reports and activity dashboards
QualificationsYour Experience
  • Experience in Channel/GSI/MSSP Business Management, Channel Management, or Business Development roles within the enterprise software ecosystem and/or network security industry
  • Experience selling SIEM, EDR and / or CNAPP (DevSecOps, CloudOps) solutions is required.
  • A hunter mentality, ideally with a combination of channel and end user sales experience
  • Consistent track record of leading complex sales situations through negotiation and conflict resolution
  • Prior experience building relationships with MSSP's, SI/GSI or Service Providers with proven ability to work with key executives
  • Demonstrate strong initiative and ability to think creatively with excellent presentation, written, and overall communication skills
  • Proven ability to recognize, analyze, and take action on go to market approaches, marketing programs, joint value propositions, and business cases around strategic partnerships
  • Cross-functional influence, relationship building, and project management skills toward a broad constituency ranging from customers, channel partners, sales, marketing, and technical management
  • Strong business acumen and negotiation abilities
  • Great team player with strong drive - Willing to take a leadership role in driving initiatives, working across organizations, and structuring approaches to new opportunities
  • Familiarity with a broad range of application and infrastructure software is desirable
Additional InformationThe 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 an ultimate goal to train and enable our channel partners to become empowered in the use and sales of our products.Our sales team members work hand-in-hand with large organisations around the world to keep their digital environments protected. We educate, inspire, and empower our potential clients in their journey to security.As part of our sales team, you are empowered with unmatched systems and tools, constantly updated research and sales libraries, and a team built on joint success. You won't find someone at Palo Alto Networks that isn't committed to your success - with everyone pitching in to assist when it comes to solutions selling, learning, and development. As a member of our sales team, you are motivated by a solutions-focused sales environment and find fulfillment in working with clients to resolve incredibly complex cyberthreats.Our CommitmentWe're problem solvers that 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 .Palo 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.

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