Partner Sales Lead, Embedded

Responsibilities

Partners are a strategic focus for us as we move into our next growth stage. We’re seeking a driven individual with energy, passion, and initiative to drive partner awareness and channel new business for Workato. 

As a Field Partner Sales Lead (Embed), you will be key to accelerating Workato’s growth in the Embed segment. You will partner with the SVP Sales, Embed segment and work closely with our partner development, marketing and solution consulting teams to support our North America Embed sales teams in driving opportunities through Workato partners. You’ll utilize a strategic sales mindset and execute effective channel strategies for revenue growth. 

The Embed segment in Workato is focused on working with ISV companies to help them provide a platform for powering integrations from their product to their customers’ technology stack. The business's focus is to extend Workato’s reach beyond the hundreds of companies that license the platform to the tens of thousands of companies and millions of users that can benefit from Workato’s integration capabilities.  

The ideal candidate has a proven track record in partner sales, executive presence, enterprise sales, multi-department collaboration, strong relationship-building skills, and a deep understanding of the SaaS ecosystem. 

 In this role, you will also be responsible to:

• Work with the Partner team to manage the field execution with our System Integrators 

• Sales engagement. Align closely with Embed Account Executives to develop partner-driven portfolio and pipeline plans; identify the right Workato partner for each customer and prospect.

• Field sales enablement. Enable our Embed sellers to understand why, when, and how to engage partners. Conduct regular cadences with direct sellers to drive accountability and execution.    

• Strategic partner engagement. Collaborate with Partner Sales Leads to establish strategic relationships with key partners that complement our Embed segment. Develop a deep understanding of each partner’s key domain expertise and operationalize that into Workato’s Embed GTM. 

• Product knowledge. Develop a deep understanding of the Workato platform.

• Pipeline generation. Design and execute pipeline generation activities with partners and sales teams. 

• Performance Management: Monitor and analyze segment performance, providing regular reports and insights to internal stakeholders. 

• Market Intelligence: Stay informed about industry trends, competitive landscape, and emerging opportunities to drive continuous improvement.

• Cross-functional Collaboration: Work closely with internal teams such as Product, Marketing, and Customer Success to ensure alignment and support for partner initiatives.

RequirementsQualifications / Experience / Soft Skills

• Experience: Minimum of 7 years of experience in partner sales, business development, or enterprise sales within the SaaS industry.

• Proven Track Record: Demonstrated success in developing and managing strategic partnerships that drive significant revenue growth.

• SaaS Knowledge: Deep understanding of the SaaS business model, market dynamics, and enterprise customer needs.

• Sales Skills: Strong negotiation, presentation, and closing skills with a consultative sales approach.

• Relationship Building: Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build rapport and trust with partners.

• Analytical Abilities: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to make data-driven decisions.

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, or a related field; MBA or relevant advanced degree is a plus.

• Travel: Willingness to travel as required to meet with partners and attend industry events.

For Illinois applicants, on-target earnings (OTE) is $220,000 (base + variable), plus equity and other perks and benefits.