Regional Channel Growth Director, METAC

Cisco; Dubai; On-site; AED 400,000 - 680,000; Full time

Job summary

The METAC Partner Sales team at Cisco seeks a senior leader to own and execute the METAC channel strategy across the Middle East, Africa, Turkey & CIS regions. You will translate Cisco priorities into regional growth plans, build strategic partner relationships, and drive revenue through disciplined program management and governance.

You will influence cross-functional teams, communicate a clear vision, and lead with executive presence to advance Cisco’s portfolio growth across a geographically

Qualifications

• Proven success in developing and executing channel sales strategies in METAC region.
• Strong financial and analytical skills with experience using sales metrics and forecasting.
• Ability to influence across a complex matrix organization and lead without direct authority.

Responsibilities

• Lead the METAC Channel strategy and execution with regional growth plans.
• Develop and strengthen the partner ecosystem and strategic relationships.
• Drive revenue, program management, and governance with disciplined planning and cadence.
• Align partners and internal teams through engagement, influence, and leadership.

Skills

Channel sales strategy

Executive stakeholder management

Partner ecosystem development

Forecasting & CRM

Tools

CRM tools

Job description

The METAC Partner Sales team at Cisco seeks a senior leader to own and execute the METAC channel strategy across the Middle East, Africa, Turkey & CIS regions. You will translate Cisco priorities into regional growth plans, build strategic partner relationships, and drive revenue through disciplined program management and governance.

You will influence cross-functional teams, communicate a clear vision, and lead with executive presence to advance Cisco’s portfolio growth across a geographically