Partner Account Manager

Object First; Marseille; Sur place; EUR 45 000 - 65 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Paid annual leave

Remote work options

Opportunities for professional development

Résumé du poste

A leading IT firm is seeking a Partner Account Manager in Marseille to drive partner programs, increase sales, and develop relationships with channel partners. The ideal candidate will have 3-5 years of experience in partner management and a proven track record in the EMEA region. This role involves hands-on program management and effective collaboration with teams to achieve ambitious revenue goals. Offering remote work options and opportunities for professional growth, applicants should be driven and solution-oriented.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of building a partner network in Central EMEA.
• Proven track record in partner account management.
• Ability to prioritize business activities across teams.

Responsabilités

• Build a professional partner network.
• Engage with channel partners to meet revenue targets.
• Create and implement channel plans with partners.

Connaissances

Partner Account Management Experience

Building a network of VARs and MSPs

Growing sales through managing partner accounts

Establishing relationships with C-level executives

Effective communication skills

Diary and time management

Outils

Salesforce CRM

Description du poste

Object First

Object First, now an independent business unit of Veeam, builds secure, simple, and powerful backup storage for Veeam customers, engineered with Absolute Immutability to deliver true ransomware-proof protection. Our Zero Access architecture ensures no one can alter or delete backup data, providing cyber resilience by design. Are you looking for a role where you can make a real impact by working with meaningful, high-performance technology? Join a fast-growing, innovative-driven team where clarity, ownership, and collaboration truly matter.

Partner Account Manager – France

Object First is seeking a Partner Account Manager to support our expansion in France. The role will be based in Paris, and as a Partner Account Manager, you will be responsible for defining and executing partner programs designed to increase sales, recruit new partners, and develop them for Object First.

Your role

Will involve promoting and communicating online/offline programs and tools to enhance partner product knowledge and educational initiatives. This includes creating and implementing strategic plans tailored to France. The ideal candidate will possess a "can-do" attitude and seamlessly transition from strategic planning to hands‑on implementation. This position requires robust program and project management skills for the global/EMEA region, with the ability to understand and address partner needs, translating them into successful experiences that drive revenue growth and deepen partner engagement with Object First.

You will report to the Sales Director, EMEA South.

Requirements

• Partner Account Management Experience.
• A proven experience of 3 to 5 years of building an active network of VARs and MSPs in the Central EMEA region.
• Demonstrated success in growing sales through managing partner accounts.
• Expertise in establishing strong relationships with partner C‑level executives and management.
• Ability to work effectively with multiple teams across various organizations, prioritizing business activities as needed.
• Proficiency in creating, evaluating and following up on partner business plans to achieve set goals.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Exceptional diary management and time management abilities.
• Driving License: Required for travel within the region.

Preferred Qualifications

• Veeam solutions knowledge.
• Experienced with using on a daily basis Salesforce CRM.
• Entrepreneurial mindset with a proactive, solution-oriented attitude.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Build a highly trusted and professional partner network.
• Engage effectively with channel partners to meet revenue targets in France.
• Create and implement Channel plans with the top Partners.
• Partner Development: Work with partners to boost their commitment and capabilities to meet financial metrics and KPIs.
• Close daily relationships with the other team members of the Central EMEA region: sales, insides, SEs, marketing.
• Collaborate with Veeam Teams to build and maintain strong relationships with partners.
• Partner pipeline management through Deal Registrations and other means.
• Find synergies with Partner Account Managers from other EMEA regions to propose and define best practices.
• Establish and report on metrics to measure partners’ performances and address any deficiencies.

Why Join Object First

• An exciting opportunity with a global, high-growth IT company.
• Paid annual leave in accordance with local regulations.
• Remote work options.
• Modern work equipment is provided.
• Opportunities for professional development and growth.
• A supportive and collaborative work environment.

Equal Opportunity & Data Privacy

Object First is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome and encourage diversity in our teams and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. By applying for this position, you consent to the processing of your personal data for recruitment purposes, in accordance with applicable data protection laws and Object First’s privacy practices. All candidate information will be treated with strict confidentiality throughout the process.

Make an Impact with Us

If you’re looking to make a real impact and grow alongside a company that builds secure, simple, and powerful technology, Object First is the place for you. Join us and take your career to the next level.