Global Channel Sales Manager

Job description

At Greene, Tweed, you'll find the cutting-edge technology, world-class polymer expertise and endless advancement opportunities you'd expect from a multi-national industry leader. You'll find them all in an environment that embraces diversity in people and opinions, moves decision making to the point of impact, and celebrates your success. If you enjoy continuous learning and are excited about working with and creating technological solutions, explore career opportunities with Greene, Tweed. Specific Responsibilities: Evaluate, Develop, implement, and execute channel strategic plan(s) with commercial organization to achieve revenue, profit, and share gain targets aligned with business units & regional plans. Work closely with the management & sales teams within the channel partner to train, coach, and develop new & cross selling opportunities to ensure growth attainment. Drive the process for channel business planning and reviews utilizing sales tools (Salesforce, LinkedIn Sales Navigator, IBP/GAINS Forecasting etc.). Monitor and report on progress vs. plan Regularly meet with counterparts in channel partner(s) organization to enhance the quality and quantity of strategic relationships within channel partner(s) to maximize business opportunity. Coordinate all assigned territory activities by lining-up frequent meetings with all related persons of channel partner(s) and assigned account(s) and the company from all relevant regions. (This includes GT Direct Sales, Platform or Product Management, Engineering, Manufacturing, ATG, Quality, HR, and Finance as appropriate). Ensure the timely and successful delivery of our solutions according to customer needs and objectives Influence channel partner(s) & company inside & outside sales team to provide cross-functional expertise and local sales contacts, establish strong relationships with customers and GT internal team, execute plans, monitor results & relationships, taking action where required to drive results. Develop and report monthly, quarterly, & annual KPIs. In alignment with Regional Sales Management objectives, direct Sales forecasting activities and execute Sales activities and monitor sales activity against forecast as required. Communicate clearly the progress of monthly/quarterly/annual initiatives to internal and external stakeholders (channel partners & GT Sales Management). Facilitate collection of competitive intelligence (competitor activities, product development and sales, strategies, promotions, pricing) within channel partner(s) assigned accounts. Partner with Product Managers on translating customer and industry trends to GT portfolio opportunities and develop strategy & action plan to gain share. Develop and implement channel partner(s) pricing strategy to maximize SOM and profitability aligned to Product Management strategy. Negotiate/provide guidance on master agreements including contract pricing, terms, and other elements to create long term alignment and growth. Partner with channel partner(s) to provide feedback to marketing on the success of sales promotions. Provides customer insight and requirements towards developing market, segment, and/or product collateral that supports value proposition development and growth. Work closely with Marketing team to support on marketing materials, exhibition and road show in order to enable success with Channel partners Lead overall Channel Partner strategy regionally, including identifying new, evaluating existing, and deselecting underperforming partners. Work closely with channel partner account managers to drive best practices, standardize commercial structure, and drive growth. Monitor and and drive accountability with channel partner to perform and drive sustainable growth Implement consistent global channel partner agreements that align strategy with Industry initiatives and business development requirements Minimum Qualifications: Education: Bachelor's degree strongly preferred (or equivalent experience), Master’s degree desired. Skills and Experience: 10 years related Field (Outside) Sales experience and 5 years of Channel Management preferred Demonstrated ability to work effectively with a diverse team to develop a sales territory and successfully penetrate the market. Successful territory development experience required Technical Knowledge - Must have the capability to understand the technical applications of our products and represent products positively. Cross Functional Collaboration - Able to work effectively in a matrix organization. Demonstrated collaborative skills to inspire others to assist in endeavors. Understands Sales process and relevant tools/processes (SWOT, value-based pricing/selling, and cost estimating process). Excellent listening, negotiation, and presentation skills Demonstrated ability to communicate, present and influence credibly and effectively at all levels of the organization, Experience in delivering client-focused solutions based on customer needs Able to work well in a team environment and influence. Team leadership capabilities must be able to work effectively with a diverse multi-functional team of technical and sales professional to meet the goals related to specific products either currently available or being developed. Able to make decisions consistent with business vision Professional and assertive work style with excellent communication skills both verbal and written. Able to work effectively in a matrix organization. Demonstrated collaborative skills to inspire others to assist in endeavors. Cultural knowledge, cognizance and understanding of acceptable behavioral practices and cultural differences in the business and social environment. Ability to travel 30-50% of time (domestic and international), including valid driver’s license Essential Job Functions Physical Requirements: Standing Frequently (46-100%) Sitting Frequently (46-100%) Lifting Up to 25lbs without assistance Carrying Up to 15lbs without assistance Walking Frequently (46-100%) Hearing Ability to detect noises with or without corrective device(s) Vision Clarity of vision, with or without corrective lenses Mental Requirements: Problem Solving Frequently (46-100%) Making Decisions Ability to make decisions that have a significant impact Supervise Occasionally (16-45%) Interpret Data Frequently (46-100%) Organize Frequently (46-100%) Read/Write Frequently (46-100%) Communication Frequently (46-100%) Work Environment High Temperatures Occasionally (16-45%) Low Temperatures Occasionally (16-45%) Noises Moderate (business office with computers, printers, and light office noises) Fumes Exposure Occasionally (16-45%) Preferred Minimum Qualifications This position may require U.S. Person status as defined by applicable law for authorized access to data controlled under the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) depending on the assigned business unit. A U.S. Person includes U.S. Citizens, U.S. Nationals, lawful permanent residents, and workers granted refugee or asylum status in the United States. Note: This Job Description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by the Supervisor. All requirements are subject to change and updates. We also provide eligible employees with a competitive benefits package that includes health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings account, 401k savings plan, life and disability insurance, tuition assistance and more, to meet the diverse needs of all employees and their family members. Equal Opportunity Employer: Greene, Tweed is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or any other federally protected class. Drug Free Workplace: Greene, Tweed is a Drug Free Workplace. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment drug screening and background investigation subject to federal, state, and local laws. NOTE: Greene, Tweed is not seeking assistance or accepting unsolicited resumes from search firms for employment opportunities, unless they have a written agreement for the position they are contacting us about. Regardless of past practice, all resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at GT without a valid written search agreement in place for that position will be deemed the sole property of Greene, Tweed, and no fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by Greene, Tweed as a result of the referral or through other means.