Palo Alto Networks · 11 hours ago
Global Alliance Lead Director - Kyndryl
United States
Full-time
Remote
Director/Executive
$206K/yr - $284K/yr
10+ years expPalo Alto Networks is committed to protecting the digital way of life and is seeking a Global Alliance Lead Director to oversee the alliance with Kyndryl. The role involves creating and executing strategies to meet sales targets and developing joint solutions in collaboration with Kyndryl Services teams.
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Responsibilities
Own and lead the joint business and GTM plan, with prioritized investments aligned to building long term growth and success
Be the leader for the Kyndryl business and take responsibility for the annual sales targets and associated GTM
Responsible for creation of joint solutions that are aligned with key client challenges and significant markets for both Palo Alto Networks and Kyndryl
Create and drive the portfolio strategy and overall GTM, with a focus on growing net new business and large complex deals
Lead regular business reviews and provide analysis of success and pain points
Critical to the success will be ensuring the success of Kyndryl delivery teams in the field, supported by PANW professional services, support and training teams
Manage sales efforts typically focused on transformational engagements, shaping complex deals that match client needs to joint PANW/Kyndryl solutions
Manage interfaces with PANW Services teams, Field Sales, Business Development, Legal, Contracting, HR, Recruiting, Marketing, and other internal organizations
Qualification
Required
BA/BS required, MBA preferred
10+ Years' experience in GTM/BD/General Management running a significant partner business
Deep understanding of Global Systems Integrator business models through direct experience working at a GSI or managing GSI alliances
A strong network at Kyndryl or IBM GTS would be ideal
Proven experience in successfully working within a matrixed environment
Experience working in multiple countries and the ability to differentiate your approach and strategy in different GEOs
Experience and understanding of Sales, Marketing, Customer Success, Business Development
Industry knowledge of security product market trends, competitive products and directional awareness of Palo Alto Networks' roadmap and technology development efforts
Knowledge of delivering comprehensive security solutions to the customer base
30%-50% Travel with ability to travel internationally
Strong communication (written and verbal) and presentation skills
Benefits
Restricted stock units
Bonus
Company
Palo Alto Networks
Palo Alto Networks is a cybersecurity company that offers cybersecurity solutions for organizations.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$65MKey Investors
Icon VenturesLehman HoldingsGlobespan Capital Partners
2012-07-20IPO
2008-11-03Series C· $10M
2008-08-18Series C· $27M
Leadership Team
Helmut Reisinger
CEO EMEA
Nikesh Arora
Chairman CEO
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