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Partner Account Manager - SLED

Equinix

Chicago (IL)

On-site

USD 120,000 - 180,000

Full time

12 days ago

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Job summary

Equinix is seeking a seasoned professional to manage partner relationships and drive sales in the Federal Systems Integrator community. This role requires a strong background in sales and alliances with significant experience in the federal sector. The successful candidate will need excellent negotiation and communication skills while developing strategies that align with Equinix's core objectives.

Qualifications

  • 10+ years experience in Federal Systems Integrator Sales and Strategic Alliances.
  • C-Level relationships with major federal system integrators.
  • Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

  • Develop strategic relationships with key partners in the FSI community.
  • Drive partner pipeline from demand generation to close.
  • Generate sales through Partner Go-To-Market strategies.
  • Engage with partners to develop service offerings and solutions.

Skills

Federal Systems Integrator Sales
Strategic Alliances
Sales Quotas
Negotiation
Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Who are we?

Equinix is the world's digital infrastructure company, operating over 260data centers across the globe. Digital leaders harness Equinix's trusted platform to bring together and interconnect foundational infrastructure at software speed. Equinix enables organizations to access all the right places, partners and possibilities to scale with agility, speed the launch of digital services, deliver world-class experiences and multiply their value, while supporting their sustainability goals.


A career at Equinix means you will collaborate on work that impacts the world and be surrounded by endless opportunities to learn new skills and grow in varied directions.We embrace diversity in thought and contribution and are committed to providingan equitable work environment that is foundational to our core values as a company and is vital to our success.




Job Summary




Recruits, onboards, and manages State, Local, and Education partner relationships (reseller, referral, and distribution), to achieve channel/company new bookings and new logo growth objectives.





Responsibilities



  • FSI Partner Management: Develop strategic relationships with key partners in the FSI community - from technical individual contributors, and product developers to C-level executives - and generate interest in Equinix's products/solutions to increase the revenue generated through existing and developing partnerships


  • Pipeline Development: Drive Equinix's partner pipeline from demand generation to close, in close collaboration with our Federal Leadership team


  • Business Planning: Generate and drive sales through the development and management of a Partner Go-To-Market strategy that includes a partner business plan and aligns with our corporate and sales strategy


  • Partner Engagement: Drive the development of partner service offerings, high-value engagements, and solutions by engaging directly with partners and clients in support of the DoD/IC/Fed CIV ecosystem


Qualifications


  • 10 years + experience working with Federal Systems Integrator Sales, Strategic Alliances, and Federal Programs with a strong record of success working for small and large companies


  • Bachelor's degree required


  • Experience in selling into Federal Programs; experience with Managed Services and Professional services a plus


  • Strong history of teaming and joint solutions development with the OEM, Federal Systems Integrator, and Consulting marketplace


  • In-depth knowledge of government purchasing and contract protocols, Federal procurement standards, and acquisition processes


  • Strong knowledge of major upcoming Federal Programs, the capture and solutions organizations, vehicles, strategic initiatives, and funding sources associated with those programs


  • C-Level relationships with federal system integrators, including Carahsoft , Northrop Grumman, Lockheed Martin, General Dynamics, BAE, Boeing, Raytheon, Leidos, SAIC, Peraton, L3Harris, Booz Allen Hamilton, Deloitte, Accenture Federal Services, CACI, Jacobs


  • Proven track record of meeting and exceeding sales quotas


  • Demonstrated experience building relationships and campaigns with Alliance Partners


  • Possess the drive to succeed and participate in the growth of an exciting, fast-paced company


  • Has a deep understanding of the Federal industry and ecosystem, including their pain points, and regulatory requirements


  • Exceptional written and verbal communication skills



  • Strong negotiation skills


  • Must be a US Citizen



























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Equinix is committed to ensuring that our employment process is open to all individuals, including those with a disability. If you are a qualified candidate and need assistance or an accommodation, please let us know by completing this form.

Equinix is an Equal Employment Opportunity and, in the U.S., an Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to unlawful consideration of race, color, religion, creed, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, place of birth, citizenship, sex, pregnancy / childbirth or related medical conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or domestic partnership status, age, veteran or military status, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, political / organizational affiliation, status as a victim or family member of a victim of crime or abuse, or any other status protected by applicable law.

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