About NetApp

We're forward-thinking technology people with heart. We make our own rules, drive our own opportunities, and try to approach every challenge with fresh eyes. Of course, we can't do it alone. We know when to ask for help, collaborate with others, and partner with smart people. We embrace diversity and openness because it's in our DNA. We push limits and reward great ideas. What is your great idea?

"At NetApp, we fully embrace and advance a diverse, inclusive global workforce with a culture of belonging that leverages the backgrounds and perspectives of all employees, customers, partners, and communities to foster a higher performing organization." -George Kurian, CEO

Job Summary

The Partner Manager (PM) is assigned to one or several partners and is responsible for driving sales of NetApp's products and services, meeting sales goals, and promoting a preference for NetApp among partners through effective strategy and execution. The PM is responsible for partner account performance, increasing penetration and maximizing potential within partner accounts, and translating company strategy into execution.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain multi-year sales strategy and business plan for assigned partner accounts
• Manage and execute engagement between the partner and corresponding parts of the NetApp sales organization
• Drive and support partner to develop services practices and specializations
• Influence partner preference towards NetApp and increase penetration
• Orchestrates enablement of partner sales and technical teams and line with program requirements and solutions go to market
• Drive partner forecast accuracy and overall health
• Collaborate with enterprise account teams and partner to create and execute pursuits

Job Requirements

• Ability to effectively interface and communicate at many levels within partner companies' organization
• Aptitude to negotiate and resolve complex situations to a positive outcome
• Ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams
• Good understanding of network within the industry ecosystem
• Strong knowledge of cloud technologies and business models

Education

• Typically requires a minimum of 8 years of relevant experience and a Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience

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Why NetApp?

In a world full of generalists, NetApp is a specialist. No one knows how to elevate the world's biggest clouds like NetApp. We are data-driven and empowered to innovate. Trust, integrity, and teamwork all combine to make a difference for our customers, partners, and communities.

We expect a healthy work-life balance. Our volunteer time off program is best in class, offering employees 40 hours of paid time off per year to volunteer with their favorite organizations. We provide comprehensive medical, dental, wellness, and vision plans for you and your family. We offer educational assistance, legal services, and access to discounts. We also offer financial savings programs to help you plan for your future.

If you run toward knowledge and problem-solving, join us.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

NetApp is firmly committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and to compliance with all federal, state and local laws that prohibit employment discrimination based on age, race, color, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, religion, disability or genetic information, pregnancy, protected veteran status, and any other protected classification.

USA and Canada Residents Only:

The salary hiring wage range for this position which the Company reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for the position in the specified geographic areas or locations is $242k - $296k total on target earnings. Final compensation will be dependent on various factors relevant to the position and candidate such as geographical location, candidate qualifications, certifications, relevant job-related work experience, education, skillset, and other relevant business and organizational factors, consistent with applicable law. In addition, the position may include some of the following comprehensive benefits such as Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, 401(K), Paid Time off (PTO), sick time, leave of absence as per the FMLA and other relevant leave laws, Company bonus/commission, employee stock purchase plan, and/or restricted stocks (RSU's).