Partner Account Specialist

Autodesk, Inc.; Fatih; Hybrid; TRY 650,000 - 950,000; Full time

Job summary

Autodesk, Inc. is seeking a Partner Account Manager to drive partner-led revenue, build strong partner relationships, and coordinate with Sales, Marketing, Operations, and Product teams. The role is hybrid with regular on-site partner meetings across the assigned territory and requires deep SaaS and channel sales experience.

The candidate should speak Turkish and English, with Turkish language proficiency essential, and experience in a matrix organization. Arabic is a plus.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of experience in SaaS is a must.
• 5-7 years’ experience in partner management, channel sales, or customer relationship management
• Strong command of Turkish, both written and spoken
• Strong understanding of channel ecosystems and indirect sales motions
• Demonstrated ability to support revenue growth across regional or multi-country territories
• Experience collaborating effectively in a matrix organization
• Fluent in Turkish and English; proficiency in an additional regional language, e.g. Arabic preferred
• Strong communication, relationship-building, and analytical skills

Responsibilities

• Partner Revenue Growth: Develop and execute joint business plans with partners to meet sales targets, expand footprint in priority industries or segments, and accelerate pipeline creation
• Partner Relationship Management: Build trust-based relationships with partner leadership and sales teams to ensure alignment on goals, performance expectations, and shared growth priorities
• Partner Capability Development: Provide guidance, training, and resources to help partners improve technical and sales competencies, enhance customer engagement, and maximize program participation
• Go-to-Market & Sales Execution: Coordinate joint account planning, opportunity development, customer engagements, and marketing activities with partners and internal teams to increase demand and visibility
• Performance Tracking & Insights: Monitor partner KPIs, identify performance gaps, support regular business reviews, and deliver actionable insights to drive improvement and accountability
• Market Coverage & Expansion: Support expansion into under-penetrated markets by strengthening partner coverage and assisting with partner recruitment where required
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with internal stakeholders across Sales, Marketing, Operations, Product, and Customer Success to support partner-related initiatives
• Customer & Partner Feedback: Capture and share insights from partners and customers to help inform business decisions, program enhancements, and product improvements
• External Representation: Represent the company at partner events, industry conferences, and relevant forums to build brand awareness and strengthen ecosystem relationships

Job description

Job Requisition ID # 26WD99812 Position Overview

As a Partner Account Manager, you will support the development and execution of partner strategies that contribute to revenue growth, market coverage, and customer success. You will manage a portfolio of partners, helping them build sales effectiveness, improve execution, and align with our business priorities. This role requires strong collaboration skills, a customer‑focused mindset, and the ability to operate effectively in a matrix organisation. You will work closely with internal sales, marketing, operations, and product teams to ensure consistent execution of partner‑led initiatives. This is a hybrid role that involves regular on‑site meetings with partners across your assigned territory.

Main Responsibilities

• Partner Revenue Growth: Develop and execute joint business plans with partners to meet sales targets, expand footprint in priority industries or segments, and accelerate pipeline creation
• Partner Relationship Management: Build trust‑based relationships with partner leadership and sales teams to ensure alignment on goals, performance expectations, and shared growth priorities
• Partner Capability Development: Provide guidance, training, and resources to help partners improve technical and sales competencies, enhance customer engagement, and maximize program participation
• Go‑to‑Market & Sales Execution: Coordinate joint account planning, opportunity development, customer engagements, and marketing activities with partners and internal teams to increase demand and visibility
• Performance Tracking & Insights: Monitor partner KPIs, identify performance gaps, support regular business reviews, and deliver actionable insights to drive improvement and accountability
• Market Coverage & Expansion: Support expansion into under‑penetrated markets by strengthening partner coverage and assisting with partner recruitment where required
• Cross‑Functional Collaboration: Work closely with internal stakeholders across Sales, Marketing, Operations, Product, and Customer Success to support partner‑related initiatives
• Customer & Partner Feedback: Capture and share insights from partners and customers to help inform business decisions, program enhancements, and product improvements
• External Representation: Represent the company at partner events, industry conferences, and relevant forums to build brand awareness and strengthen ecosystem relationships

Minimum Qualifications

• 5-7 years of experience in Saas is a must
• 5-7 years’ experience in partner management, channel sales, or customer relationship management
• Strong command of Turkish, both written and spoken
• Strong understanding of channel ecosystems and indirect sales motions
• Demonstrated ability to support revenue growth across regional or multi‑country territories
• Experience collaborating effectively in a matrix organization
• Fluent in Turkish and English; proficiency in an additional regional language, e.g. Arabic preferred
• Strong communication, relationship‑building, and analytical skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting partners in technology, software, or solution‑based industries
• Exposure to subscription‑based or recurring revenue business models
• Ability to translate data and insights into practical partner actions

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