Channel Account Manager

Job description

Channel Account Manager 

The Channel Account Manager (CAM) will build and promote the company’s position as the worldwide leader in Unified Threat Management, specifically through the partner community within the assigned territory.  Must be a key contributor to the revenue growth of the region, and manage to the company growth targets.  Accountable for managing all reseller partnerships at Select and potential SELECT levels within the guidelines of Fortinet’s channel programs within the geographic territory, spearheading new business development with assigned channel partners. Will motivate, educate and train the partners in the Company’s products and technologies. The CAM is responsible for achieving sales, revenue and partner recruitment objectives.

Job Responsibilities

• Establish productive, professional relationships with key personnel in assigned Select and potential SELECT level accounts
• Build a plan for partner enablement and training in assigned territory for key partners
• Coordinates the involvement of company personnel, including support, service and management resources in order to meet partner performance objectives and partner’s expectations
• Assume full responsibility for accurate sales forecasting by demonstrating an in-depth knowledge of sales cycle and update Salesforce accordingly
• Meet and exceed sales quotas and defined revenue goals
• Proactively leads a joint partner planning process that develops mutual performance objectives, critical milestones (e.g. training certification) in conjunction with Distribution resources (sales, support, etc) 
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