Channel Development Manager; Associate-level - Remote NC​/SC or Hybrid Chicagoland

Remote Work:
Hybrid

At Zebra, we are a community of innovators who come together to create new ways of working. United by curiosity and a culture of caring, we develop smart solutions that anticipate our customer’s and partner’s needs and solve their challenges.

Being a part of Zebra Nation means you are seen, heard, valued, and respected. Drawing from our unique perspectives, we collaborate to deliver on our purpose. Here you are a part of a team pushing boundaries today to redefine the work of tomorrow for organizations, their employees, and those they serve.

You’ll have opportunities to learn and lead in a forward-thinking environment, defining your path to a fulfilling career while channeling your skills toward causes you care about – locally and globally.

Come make an impact every day at Zebra.

The Channel Development Manager Associate recruits, develops and manages partners in a given territory to achieve the annual territory growth plan. The CDM Associate is responsible for developing channel resellers and identifying potential candidates for the Zebra Partner Program. The CDM Assoc. develops partner and territory business plans and collaborates with other internal and external resources for coverage alignment in addition to;

evangelizing company products, driving new solutions, and developing marketing tactics with partners and channel resellers.

Quarterly field work/travel is expected; however, the majority of work is conducted via webinars and conference calls to cover a broad base of partners and achieve growth expectations. In addition to the general responsibilities of a CDM, the CDM will act as a team lead and provide necessary support to the CDM management team. It is also expected that a CDM is proactively driving initiatives that will positively impact the inside sales team.

Must reside in the US. Preferential consideration will be given to applicants in North Carolina or South Carolina in which the role would be remote. Willing to hire near/around Lincolnshire, IL, however the expectation would be to work a hybrid schedule (3 days in the office). Regardless of hiring location, ~10% travel expected.

• Sell the company's products and services via telephone or electronic means to customers in assigned territory, industry, or accounts.
• Maintain forecast and provide management with regular updates including sales forecasts, competitive analysis, market trends, and territory opportunity. Continuously refine and increase accuracy.
• Manage and drive growth with both existing and new resellers to achieve quota targets.
• Coordinate MDF activities with channel marketing and ensure optimal utilization to drive growth.
• Ensure that partners meet the requirements of their respective track in the Partner Connect Program.
• Conduct Quarterly Business Reviews with key partners.
• Drive partner attendance to Zebra and Distribution sponsored trade shows, training sessions and industry events.
• Act as a liaison between partners and end‑user accounts across all verticals and markets, including collaboration with territory and/or vertical account managers.
• Deliver value propositions and other key messaging to Partner community.
• Utilize SFDC to manage relevant partner touches and opportunities in collaboration with territory account manager counterparts.
• Review, monitor and report on deal registrations and price concessions.
• Communicate product launches and promotions to partners and peers.
• Perform other duties and projects both proactively and as assigned.
• Regularly exceed iPerform goals and expectations.

Minimum Requirements:

Preferred Qualifications:

• Current / previous experience selling similar offerings/coming from same/similar industry a strong…