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The Partner Development Manager (PDM) working with Channel partners is a key role within Microsoft’s Global Partner Solutions (GPS) organization. They are responsible for Microsoft’s business priorities through a set of high performing distribution partners, focusing on scaling sales and cloud adoption in the Small Medium Enterprise and Channel (SME&C) business via indirect channels.
Job Responsibility:
Develop Strategic Partner Plans: Create and execute an impactful Partner Business Plan for each assigned partner, aligning the partner’s business goals with Microsoft’s mission, culture, and sales targets.
Drive Sales Execution & Pipeline: Lead the partner to execute across all priority solution areas (e.g. AI Copilot, Security, Modern Work).
Manage CSP Revenue: Oversee and grow the Cloud Solution Provider (CSP) business through the partners.
Leverage Programs (offering, Incentives): Orchestrate the effective use of partner investments programs to build partner capacity and capability.
Rhythm of Business & Performance Management: Establish a strong Rhythm of Business (RoB) with the distributor, including monthly and quarterly business reviews.
Stakeholder Engagement & Alignment: Serve as the primary liaison between Microsoft and the distributor’s leadership.
Business Development & Strategy Landing: Lead business conversations with partners to land Microsoft’s sales strategies and new initiatives.
Partner Coaching and Enablement: Act as a coach and advisor to the distributor’s sales and technical teams.
Skilling and Designation Growth: Make partner skilling a habit – work with the distributor to build the technical and sales skills of their reseller ecosystem.
Requirements:
Bachelor's Degree in Marketing, Business Operations, Computer Science or a related field AND 8+ years experience in partner management, sales, business development, or partner channel development in the technology industry or related experience OR equivalent experience.
Master's Degree in Business Administration, Business Science, or an advanced degree in a Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) or a related field AND 10+ years experience in partner management, sales, business development, or partner channel development in the technology industry or related experience OR equivalent experience.