Partner Business Manager, Distribution

4 Months ago • 5 Years + • Business Development

Job Summary

Job Description

The Partner Business Manager, Distribution at Zscaler will create pipeline revenue by shaping joint go-to-market (GTM) activities with distribution partners. Responsibilities include developing product and sales competency within managed partners, influencing their GTM strategy using Zscaler's CLOSE framework, and building executive-level confidence to secure downstream sales support. The role also involves overseeing regional and executive QBRs. This requires 5+ years of distribution or channel management experience and 2+ years of channel sales and change management in a vendor environment. A deep understanding of the SMB marketplace and solution selling is crucial.
Must have:
  • 5+ years distribution/channel management experience
  • 2+ years channel sales & change management
  • Expertise in 2-tier channel model & technology alliances
  • Understanding of SMB marketplace & successful VAR strategies
  • Solution-selling experience
Good to have:
  • Experience with born-in-the-cloud partners
  • Relationships with national security & network VARs
Perks:
  • Various health plans
  • Time off plans
  • Parental leave options
  • Retirement options
  • Education reimbursement
  • In-office perks

Job Details

About Zscaler

Serving thousands of enterprise customers around the world including 40% of Fortune 500 companies, Zscaler (NASDAQ: ZS) was founded in 2007 with a mission to make the cloud a safe place to do business and a more enjoyable experience for enterprise users. As the operator of the world’s largest security cloud, Zscaler accelerates digital transformation so enterprises can be more agile, efficient, resilient, and secure. The pioneering, AI-powered Zscaler Zero Trust Exchange™ platform protects thousands of enterprise customers from cyberattacks and data loss by securely connecting users, devices, and applications in any location. 

Named a Best Workplace in Technology by Fortune and others, Zscaler fosters an inclusive and supportive culture that is home to some of the brightest minds in the industry. If you thrive in an environment that is fast-paced and collaborative, and you are passionate about building and innovating for the greater good, come make your next move with Zscaler. 

The Zscaler Sales and Go-to-Market team is a global group of professionals who are passionate about delighting our customers, nurturing trusted partnerships, and sharing their expertise to drive a secure, cloud-enabled digital future and further cement our position as the world leader in cloud security. Sales, Customer Success, Sales Enablement, Solution Architects, Business Development, Transformation, and Technology Partnerships all work together to demonstrate the power and agility of Zscaler cloud transformation to the world.

We're looking for an experienced Senior Partner Business Manager, Distribution to join our Global Partner and Alliances Sales team. Reporting to the Senior Director of Alliances and Channels, you'll be responsible to:

  • You will create pipeline revenue by shaping joint go-to-market (GTM) activity with Distribution partner leadership, Distribution sales executives, and our own internal sales organisation.
  • You will develop product and sales competency within Distribution managed partners, influencing their GTM and sales strategy with Zscaler's "CLOSE framework" to lead partner sourced pipeline.
  • You will create confidence at an executive level, leading to creation of downstream sales support and technical practice creation.
  • Oversee and participate in regional & executive QBR's for sales team & between Zscaler and Distributors

What We're Looking for (Minimum Qualifications)

  • 5+ years of distribution or channel management experience
  • 2+ years of channel sales and change management experience in vendor environment
  • Expertise using 2-tier channel model and technology alliance partners to achieve quota
  • Understanding of the SMB marketplace and what successful VARs need to do to lead new profitable business across the region
  • Solution-selling experience (vs. product-centric sales)

What Will Make You Stand Out (Preferred Qualifications)

  • Experience with progressive, born-in-the-cloud partners
  • Relationships with national security and network VARs

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At Zscaler, we believe that diversity drives innovation, productivity, and success. We are looking for individuals from all backgrounds and identities to join our team and contribute to our mission to make doing business seamless and secure. We are guided by these principles as we create a representative and impactful team, and a culture where everyone belongs. For more information on our commitments to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging, visit the Corporate Responsibility page of our website.

Our Benefits program is one of the most important ways we support our employees. Zscaler proudly offers comprehensive and inclusive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees and their families throughout their life stages, including:

  • Various health plans
  • Time off plans for vacation and sick time
  • Parental leave options
  • Retirement options
  • Education reimbursement
  • In-office perks, and more!

By applying for this role, you adhere to applicable laws, regulations, and Zscaler policies, including those related to security and privacy standards and guidelines.

Zscaler is proud to be an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all of our employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy or related medical conditions), age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristics protected by federal, state, or local laws.

See more information by clicking on the Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal link.

Pay Transparency

Zscaler complies with all applicable federal, state, and local pay transparency rules. For additional information about the federal requirements, click here.

Zscaler is committed to providing reasonable support (called accommodations or adjustments) in our recruiting processes for candidates who are differently abled, have long term conditions, mental health conditions or sincerely held religious beliefs, or who are neurodivergent or require pregnancy-related support.

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