Hybrid Inside Sales Account Manager, ProAV - Germany & Austria bei NETGEAR

NETGEAR is undertaking a search for a seasoned technical partner account manager. We are pursuing a major initiative to expand the sales of our industry leading IP networking switching products and need the help of energized individuals to drive business growth with our key partners.

This is an excellent opportunity for a highly motivated Sales professional to further develop their career by becoming a key member of a dynamic and fast paced sales team. You will be responsible for the expansion and development of our ProAV Partner business in the Germany & Austria region.

In this role you will be responsible for the effective management of our partner network as member of the ProAV sales team in Germany which includes Field Sales Account Managers and technical resources.

A deep understanding of channel dynamics and what is required to recruit new and develop existing partners to grow market share is critical to keep the NETGEAR brand and drive strategies for new high-end AV solutions. Relevant AV use cases are corporate communication and conferencing, UCC, digital signage, Events & Entertainment and Broadcast.

This role is a hybrid role, expected to be on site 3 days a week in our Munich office.

Key Responsibilities:

• Account management of existing partners and identifying new key partners (ProAV channel partners) driving share of business with all product categories.

• Teamwork with our AV Field Sales Account Manager to develop the assigned sales territory.

• Work professionally with partners, distributors and other alliance vendors on complex projects where we deliver the networking components as part of the overall solution.

• Meet or exceed quarterly and annual quotas. Top and bottom line.

• Fully understand the competitive environment within assigned accounts and develop the appropriate plans to the be category leader.

• Create proposals, negotiate agreements, and maintain a strong overall relationship with customer/new business.

• Plan and prioritize sales calls and customer contact towards maximizing sales and achieving agreed business objectives.

• Coordinate with internal NETGEAR resources (SE – Marketing – Product management -Sales – Tech Support) to optimize sales result.

• Provide all information relevant for NETGEAR to improve business (Competitive information, market trend, channel/technological hidden issues impacting performance)

• Be responsible to run sales plays in your field from time to time, which may require you to find a specific type of channel partner (specialists) to accelerate the adoption of certain products within the NETGEAR portfolio.

• Deliver regular updates for the weekly ProAV Team reporting and forecasting

• Manage project business including product selection and pricing according to agreed aims

• Maintain and develop existing and new partners through appropriate propositions and ethical sales methods, and meaningful internal liaison to optimize quality of service, business growth, and customer satisfaction.

• Use customer and prospect contact activities, tools and systems, and update relevant information held in these systems.

• Monitor and report on activities and provide relevant management information.

• Interface with other departments, both internally and externally, as needed to support customer accounts and resolve any issues that may arise.

Required Qualifications

• 2-3 years experience in a channel sales role for a vendor, distributor or reseller/system integrator.

• Fluent English and German language is essential.

• Demonstrated success in managing partner business with project pipeline including administration and reporting

• Self-motivator and go-getter personality; hunter; tenacious, hungry, and proactive

• Ready to work for a challenger in a challenging market: tenacity, agility, recognition will come over time and initial failure should not be a stopper.

• Dynamic and committed personality to develop relationship at different levels in channel partner organizations.

• Strong presentation, interpersonal and business relationship building skills.

• Good understanding of the economics of channel partnering and how partnership requirements change over time

• Understand how vendors and partners work together to achieve customer satisfaction and competitiveness

• Understand the importance of Networking to a pro-AV solution deployment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in the audio-visual industry is highly desirable.

• Relevant recent experience in partner account management role in a company targeting professional AV integrators is preferred.

Company Statement/Values:  

At NETGEAR, we are on a mission to unleash the full potential of connectivity with intelligent solutions that delight and protect. We turn ideas into innovative networking products that connect people, power businesses, and advance the way we live.  

We're a performance-driven, talented and connected team that's committed to delivering world-class products for our customers. As a company, we value our employees as the most essential building blocks of our success. And as teammates, we commit to taking our work to the Next Gear by living our values: we Dare to Transform the future, Connect and Delight our customers, Communicate Courageously with each other and collaborate to Win It Together. You’ll find our values woven through our processes, present in our decisions, and celebrated throughout our culture. 

We strive to attract top talent and create a great workplace where people feel engaged, inspired, challenged, proud and respected. If you are creative, forward-thinking, passionate about technology and are looking for a rewarding career to make an impact, then you've got what it takes to succeed at NETGEAR. Join our network and help us shape the future of connectivity. 

NETGEAR hires based on merit. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.