Strategic Partner Manager — MSP & Cyber Growth

WatchGuard Technologies, Inc.; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 63,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

WatchGuard Technologies seeks a strategic Senior Partner Manager to drive growth within our partner ecosystem across MSPs and cybersecurity. You will own partner relationships, onboarding, training, and cross-functional collaboration to accelerate revenue and market reach.

The role emphasizes partner-led growth, alliance management, and program enablement. On-site in Miami 5 days a week with commission-based incentives and career growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Sales, Technology, or related field, or equivalent experience.
• 3+ years of experience in sales, partner management, account management, or business development within the technology industry.
• Demonstrated success achieving revenue and growth objectives through indirect sales channels.
• Experience managing partner relationships and developing joint business plans.
• Strong presentation, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.
• Experience using CRM platforms such as Salesforce.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain strong executive and operational relationships with assigned partners.
• Serve as the trusted advisor and primary liaison between the company and partner organizations.
• Conduct regular business reviews and strategic planning sessions.
• Drive partner satisfaction and long-term engagement.
• Achieve assigned revenue, pipeline, and partner performance targets.
• Develop and execute joint business plans with partners.
• Identify opportunities for cross-sell and upsell.
• Drive partner participation in sales campaigns and strategic initiatives.
• Educate partners on products, services, competitive positioning, and sales strategies.
• Coordinate training and certification programs.
• Ensure partners have the tools, resources, and knowledge necessary for success.
• Promote adoption of company programs, incentives, and marketing initiatives.
• Maintain accurate forecasts and pipeline reporting.
• Track partner performance against established KPIs.
• Analyze sales trends and recommend growth strategies.
• Provide regular updates to leadership regarding partner health and business opportunities.

Skills

Partner management

Sales

Relationship building

CRM (Salesforce)

Negotiation

Presentation skills

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

Salesforce

Job description

WatchGuard Technologies seeks a strategic Senior Partner Manager to drive growth within our partner ecosystem across MSPs and cybersecurity. You will own partner relationships, onboarding, training, and cross-functional collaboration to accelerate revenue and market reach.

The role emphasizes partner-led growth, alliance management, and program enablement. On-site in Miami 5 days a week with commission-based incentives and career growth opportunities.