Cloud Service Provider Partner Manager - REMOTE

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Qualifications:

Proven experience in managing partnerships with cloud service providers, preferably with AWS, Google, and Microsoft., At least five years of CSP Channel experience is preferred., Strong understanding of Splunk's product suite in observability and security., Bachelor's degree in Business, Computer Science, or a related field is preferred..

Key responsibilities:

  • Build and maintain relationships with cloud service providers to drive joint initiatives.
  • Develop and execute strategies to enhance Splunk's market presence through partnerships.
  • Collaborate with partners to create joint go-to-market plans focusing on observability, security, and data analytics solutions.
  • Monitor and report on the performance of partnerships, using data-driven insights to refine strategies.

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Description

Splunk, a Cisco company, is building a safer and more resilient digital world with an end-to-end full stack platform made for a hybrid, multi-cloud world. Leading enterprises use our unified security and observability platform to keep their digital systems secure and reliable. Our customers love our technology, but it's our caring employees that make Splunk stand out as an amazing career destination. No matter where in the world or what level of the organization, we approach our work with kindness. So bring your work experience, problem-solving skills and talent, of course, but also bring your joy, your passion and all the things that make you, you. Come help organizations be their best, while you reach new heights with a team that has your back.
 
ROLE:
The Cloud Services Provider Partner Director for Splunk will lead a team of Partner Development
Managers responsible for strategic partnerships with cloud service providers, ensuring the seamless
integration and adoption of Splunk's solutions. This role focuses on fostering collaboration, driving joint go-to-market strategies, and enhancing Splunk's presence in the cloud ecosystem.

RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Strategic Partnership Development:
• Build and maintain strong relationships with cloud service providers (e.g., AWS, Azure,
GCP) to drive joint initiatives.
• Develop and execute strategies to enhance Splunk's market presence through
partnerships.
• Go-to-Market Strategies:
• Collaborate with partners to create joint go-to-market plans, focusing on observability,
security, and data analytics solutions.
• Align Splunk's offerings with partner ecosystems to maximize customer value.
• Enablement and Training:
• Provide training and enablement resources to partners, ensuring they are equipped to
deliver Splunk solutions effectively.
• Leverage programs like the Splunk Partnerverse Program and or Cisco Partner 360 to
enhance partner capabilities 1.
• Customer Success and Support:
• Collaborate with customer success teams to ensure high satisfaction and retention
rates.
• Act as a liaison between partners and internal teams to address customer needs.
• Performance Metrics and Reporting:
• Monitor and report on the performance of partnerships, ensuring alignment with
business objectives.
• Use data-driven insights to refine strategies and improve outcomes.
 
REQUIREMENTS:
• Proven experience in managing partnerships with cloud service providers.
• Preferred candidates will have at least five years of CSP Channel experience, and it will be a
bonus to have worked with these three specific CSP’s. - AWS, Google and Microsoft
• Strong understanding of Splunk's product suite and its applications in observability and
security.
• Proven experience in partner sales, indirect sales, or channel management.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders at all
levels.
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Computer Science, or a related field; degree preferred.

Preferred Skills
• Familiarity with the Splunk Partnerverse and or Cisco Partner 360 Program and its benefits
• Experience in hybrid and multi-cloud environments.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a focus on delivering measurable business
 
Cisco, is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, genetic information, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected basis.
 
OTE Pay Range:
 
When available, the salary range posted for this position reflects the projected hiring range for new hire, full-time salaries in U.S. and/or Canada locations, not including equity or benefits. For non-sales roles the hiring ranges reflect base salary only; employees are also eligible to receive annual bonuses. Hiring ranges for sales positions include base and incentive compensation target. Individual pay is determined by the candidate's hiring location and additional factors, including but not limited to skillset, experience, and relevant education, certifications, or training. Applicants may not be eligible for the full salary range based on their U.S. or Canada hiring location. The recruiter can share more details about compensation for the role in your location during the hiring process.
U.S. employees have access to quality medical, dental and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan with a Cisco matching contribution, short and long -term disability coverage, basic life insurance and numerous wellbeing offerings.
 
Employees receive up to twelve paid holidays per calendar year, which includes one floating holiday (for non-exempt employees), plus a day off for their birthday. Non-Exempt new hires accrue up to 16 days of vacation time off each year, at a rate of 4.92 hours per pay period. Exempt new hires participate in Cisco’s flexible Vacation Time Off policy, which does not place a defined limit on how much vacation time eligible employees may use but is subject to availability and some business limitations. All new hires are eligible for Sick Time Off subject to Cisco’s Sick Time Off Policy and will have eighty (80) hours of sick time off provided on their hire date and on January 1st of each year thereafter. Up to 80 hours of unused sick time will be carried forward from one calendar year to the next such that the maximum number of sick time hours an employee may have available is 160 hours. Employees in Illinois have a unique time off program designed specifically with local requirements in mind. All employees also have access to paid time away to deal with critical or emergency issues. We offer additional paid time to volunteer and give back to the community.
 
Employees on sales plans earn performance-based incentive pay on top of their base salary, which is split between quota and non-quota components. For quota-based incentive pay, Cisco typically pays as follows: .75% of incentive target for each 1% of revenue attainment up to 50% of quota; 1.5% of incentive target for each 1% of attainment between 50% and 75%; 1% of incentive target for each 1% of attainment between 75% and 100%; and once performance exceeds 100% attainment, incentive rates are at or above 1% for each 1% of attainment with no cap on incentive compensation.
For non-quota-based sales performance elements such as strategic sales objectives, Cisco may pay up to 125% of target. Cisco sales plans do not have a minimum threshold of performance for sales incentive compensation to be paid.

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Other Skills

  • Communication
  • Negotiation
  • Analytical Skills
  • Problem Solving
  • Teamwork
  • Collaboration

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