Partner Sales Executive, North America Channel

Remote

Full Time

Posted March 26, 2025

$2k - $2k

Remote

Application opens on company website

Canonical is a leading provider of open source software and operating systems to the global enterprise and technology markets.

Develop and execute channel strategy for distributors and resellers within the assigned territory
Increase awareness of Canonical as a lead player in Open Source and Cloud (Private, Hybrid, Multi, and Public models)
Identify and recruit new potential partners in assigned territory
Leverage personal network and prospecting skills to engage new partners and build on Canonical’s already-successful relationships
Guide partners through onboarding and enablement
Develop mutually beneficial go-to-market plans and commitments with partners
Arrange and execute sales and pre sales trainings to these resellers
Drive and manage channel pipeline through recurring partner interactions
Support partner’s satisfaction and act as trusted advisor and point of contact
Maintain a regularity/frequency of contact with priority resellers and distributors.

Bachelor's level degree, preferably in a technology field
Experience in software or technology sales from the specified market
Fluency in English
An understanding of open source, Linux and Ubuntu
A self starter with a proven track record of achieving sales targets
Detail oriented with strong follow-up skills
Effective negotiating skills with ability to close sales
Excellent interpersonal and presentation skills (written and verbal)
Productive in a globally distributed team through self-discipline and self-motivation
Mature approach to long-term relationship development with customers
The ability to represent the company at external events
Start-up experience would be an advantage