Vertiv · 1 month ago
Regional Sales Manager, Channel
Vertiv is a global leader in mission-critical infrastructure technologies for vital applications in data centers and commercial environments. The Regional Sales Manager will drive growth of Vertiv Rack Solutions by engaging with end users and channel partners, focusing on expanding market share and developing partner capabilities.
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Responsibilities
Develop, present, and execute a territory business plan that aligns to Vertiv growth objectives for Great Lakes rack solutions
Drive incremental revenue through channel partners, distributors, and direct engagement with end users
Maintain balanced focus on both existing accounts and new logo acquisition (50/50 mix)
Build and manage a healthy pipeline within CRM through collaboration with local Vertiv offices and partners
Engage and navigate all levels of end user organizations including executives, IT leadership, facility managers, and project teams
Conduct site walks aligned with edge and key accelerated compute initiatives, support solution scoping and design collaboration with SE resources
Develop a decision maker matrix, account plans, and go to market strategy for key verticals
Lead and support partner development activities including training, enablement, and joint selling motions
Manage and influence Channel Account Managers (dotted line reporting) within local Vertiv offices to ensure alignment and effective execution
Strengthen relationships with regional and national distribution partners supporting Great Lakes rack products
Drive partner performance, competencies, and market engagement across the territory
Maintain accurate pricing, forecasting, activity reporting, and funnel management
Provide consistent feedback to leadership regarding competitive trends, wins/losses, and product needs
Coordinate activities with Inside Sales Representatives to maximize visibility and closure of key rack opportunities
Support regional trade show strategy, including event selection, logistics, and coverage
Ensure timely, high quality customer engagement and post sales follow up to maintain strong customer satisfaction and long-term loyalty
Provides training and mentorship to less experienced team members as needed
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in business, sales, marketing, or related field (or equivalent combination of education and experience)
8+ years of sales/account management experience
Demonstrated ability to manage a territory with heavy partner and end user engagement
Strong communication skills (written, verbal, and visual media)
Able to lead multiple offices, partners, and projects simultaneously in a matrixed environment
Strong relationship building skills with IT, facilities, engineering, and procurement stakeholders
Highly organized with strong pipeline discipline, forecasting accuracy, and follow-through
Excellent problem-solving abilities and capable of resolving contract and product issues
Ability to adapt quickly to changing market needs and internal processes
Willingness to travel extensively across the assigned territory
Preferred
Experience in data center, IT infrastructure, or related markets
Working knowledge of the data center industry and channel ecosystem
Experience selling into Fortune 500, enterprise, SLED, and colocation customers
Strong understanding of rack systems, rPDUs, UPS, thermal, and edge infrastructure environments
Familiarity with Vertiv's representative model and product ecosystem
Benefits
Monthly sales incentive
Merit increases
Annual bonus
Stock
Profit sharing
Allowances
Travel and/or car expenses
Medical
Dental
Vision
Disability
PTO
Holiday pay
401k
Company
Vertiv
Vertiv designs, builds and services critical infrastructure that enables vital applications for data centers and industrial facilities.
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$1.24BKey Investors
Starboard ValuePlatinum Equity
2022-10-20Post Ipo Equity
2020-02-10Post Ipo Equity· $1.24B
2020-02-10IPO
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