Sales Manager

Exclusive Networks; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 1,500,000 - 2,100,000; Full time

Job summary

Exclusive Networks in Bengaluru is seeking a Sales Manager to drive profitable growth by managing the full sales lifecycle—from lead qualification to closure. You will ensure strong pipeline hygiene, partner engagement, and alignment with vendor expectations.

You will lead the sales process, qualify leads, present vendor solutions, coordinate proofs-of-concept, and support pre-sales activities. This role reports to the Business Unit Head and requires strong relationship-building across

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, IT, Engineering or related field.
• Minimum 3+ years of channel sales experience.
• Proven track record in selling solutions through partners.
• Strong understanding of partner ecosystem management.
• Experience with distributors, resellers, and system integrators.

Responsibilities

• Manage the complete sales lifecycle from lead to closure.
• Develop and maintain a 3X qualified sales funnel aligned with vendor targets.
• Lead bi-weekly pipeline reviews with vendor teams.
• Oversee deal registrations, opportunity tracking, and reporting.
• Present vendor solutions to prospects with senior/technical stakeholders as needed.
• Coordinate quotations, proposals, and pre-sales engagements.
• Identify and nurture Focus Partners for mutual growth.
• Coordinate marketing campaigns with internal and external teams.

Skills

Channel sales

Networking/IT

Partner ecosystem

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

Introduction

Exclusive Networks is the global cybersecurity go-to-market specialist that provides partners and end-customers with a wide range of services and product portfolios. With offices in over 45 countries and the ability to serve customers in over 170 countries, we combine deep local expertise with the scale and delivery of a single global organization.

EXCLUSIVE NETWORKS

Exclusive Networks is the global cybersecurity go-to-market specialist that provides partners and end-customers with a wide range of services and product portfolios. With offices in over 45 countries and the ability to serve customers in over 170 countries, we combine deep local expertise with the scale and delivery of a single global organization. Our best-in-class vendor portfolio is carefully curated with all leading industry players. Our services range from managed security to specialist technical accreditation and training and capitalize on rapidly evolving technologies and changing business models. For more information visit www.exclusive-networks.com. At Exclusive Networks, we are passionate about making a difference. That means delivering the best to our ecosystem, shaping a prosperous and trusted digital world, and helping our people to realize their full potential.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

About the role The Sales Manager is responsible for driving profitable business growth by managing the complete sales lifecycle-from lead qualification to closure-while ensuring strong pipeline hygiene, partner engagement, and alignment with vendor expectations. This role will report to the Business Unit Head.

As The Sales Manager, You Will

• Sales Pipeline and Funnel Management
• Develop, maintain, and manage a qualified 3X sales funnel aligned with vendor-assigned revenue targets.
• Conduct bi-weekly pipeline reviews with vendor teams to ensure alignment on progress and forecasts.
• Oversee accurate and timely deal registrations, opportunity tracking, and reporting.
• Lead Management and Customer Engagement
• Qualify leads generated through cold outreach, inbound inquiries, and partner referrals.
• Independently present vendor solutions to prospects, involving senior or technical stakeholders only for executive-level or strategic accounts.
• Proposal and Solution Support
• Prepare and oversee the creation of competitive quotations and proposals.
• Coordinate proof-of-concepts (POCs), demo units, and other pre-sales engagements to support solution validation.
• Partner and Vendor Management
• Manage key stakeholders within the business line to ensure effective collaboration and execution.
• Identify, develop, and nurture Focus Partners to drive mutual growth.
• Deliver partner enablement sessions, including updates and training programs.
• Marketing Collaboration
• Establish measurable objectives for marketing investments and initiatives.
• Collaborate with internal marketing teams and external partners to plan and execute joint campaigns effectively.
• Certifications and Compliance
• Obtain and maintain all mandatory vendor sales certifications.
• Ensure adherence to organizational governance standards and reporting requirements.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

About you

The Ideal Sales Manager

• Bachelor's Degree in Business, IT, Engineering, or a related field
• Minimum 3+ years of experience in channel sales, preferably in networking or IT solutions
• Proven track record in selling solutions related to Extreme Networks products and services
• Strong understanding of solution selling and partner ecosystem management
• Experience in working with distributors, resellers, and system integrators
• Excellent presentation, negotiation, and communication skills
• Ability to manage complex sales cycles and drive revenue growth
• Self-motivated with strong relationship-building and account management skills

WHO ARE EXCLUSIVE NETWORKS?

Why work for us

We are people focused and strongly believe that talent empowers us to continue our dynasty of disruption and growth in the future. Our Mission is to drive the transition to a totally trusted digital world for all people and organizations. Visit our website www.exclusive-networks.com. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to the recruitment and hiring of individuals from diverse backgrounds and experiences, as we believe this strengthens our ability to develop superior solutions, make informed decisions, and better serve our valued customers. We do not discriminate against individuals on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, disability status, or any similar characteristic. Employment decisions are made solely on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need. Please click here to review our Diversity and Inclusion Policy for further information. We care about your data: please click here to read our Recruitment Data Protection Policy prior to applying, and therefore sharing your data with us.