Distribution Manager, Emerging
BE PART OF BUILDING THE FUTURE.
What do NASA and emerging space companies have in common with COVID vaccine R&D teams or with Roblox and the Metaverse?
The answer is data, -- all fast moving, fast growing industries rely on data for a competitive edge in their industries. And the most advanced companies are realizing the full data advantage by partnering with Pure Storage. Pure’s vision is to redefine the storage experience and empower innovators by simplifying how people consume and interact with data. With 11,000+ customers including 58% of the Fortune 500, we’ve only scratched the surface of our ambitions.
Pure is blazing trails and setting records:
- For ten straight years, Gartner has named Pure a leader in the Magic Quadrant
- Our customer-first culture and unwavering commitment to innovation have earned us a certified Net Promoter Score in the top 1% of B2B companies globally
- Industry analysts and press applaud Pure’s leadership across these dimensions
- And, our 5,000+ employees are emboldened to make Pure a faster, stronger, smarter company as we go
If you, like us, say “bring it on” to exciting challenges that change the world, we have endless opportunities where you can make your mark.
Our Team
Puritans come from various backgrounds and we thrive off of challenging the norm. This cross pollination of backgrounds led to numerous ground breaking ideas and has helped us build one of the most reliable and easy to use storage systems in the industry. We strive to hire the best and brightest people, who excel in a cutting edge, fast paced, collaborative and transparent environment. We are seeking enthusiastic individuals to solve real world problems while having fun along the way.
SHOULD YOU ACCEPT THIS CHALLENGE...
- Audit, Assess & Develop Distributors in the EMEA region
- Identify and target incremental partner sales for your region through Distributor focused accounts
- Work with local Channel Leadership to drive action around capturing and converting identified target people and partners to being active with Pure
- Develop & Drive sales and technical capability within your Distributors and focused accounts via Distribution (in partnership with EMEA enablement lead)
- Develop & Drive Distributor marketing plan for all Distributors (in partnership with EMEA channel marketing lead)
- Leverage distributors to drive incremental pipeline through technology alliance solutions (Cisco, VMware, Commvault, SAP, Oracle, Veritas etc.)
- Look for opportunities to streamline the operational engagement between Pure Storage and key Distis - Quoting, Logistics, FX, Demo equipment etc.
- Work closely with Distributors to develop a potential list of distribution managed partners to improve incremental sales for Pure
- Managed quarterly Distribution channel funds through activities, programs
- Plan and engaged quarterly business reviews with distributors
- Discuss and plan yearly business plans with distributors
WHAT YOU'LL NEED TO BRING TO THIS ROLE...
- At least 8 years of relevant experience
- Experience and familiar with the distributor landscape on EMEA market
- Proficiency in English and ideally a secondary language
- Proven track record in driving pipelines, sales and technical capability via Distributors
BE YOU—CORPORATE CLONES NEED NOT APPLY.
Pure is where you ask big questions, think differently, and make an impact. This is not just a job, but a place where you have a voice and can accelerate your career. We value unique thoughts and celebrate individuality, and with ample opportunity to learn, develop yourself, and expand into different roles, joining Pure is an investment in your career journey.
Through our Pure Equality program, which supports a flourishing field of employee resource groups, we nourish the personal and professional lives of our team members. And our Pure Good Foundation gives back to local and global communities through volunteering and grants.
And because we understand the value of bringing your full and best self to work, we offer a variety of perks to manage a healthy balance, including flexible time off, wellness resources, and company-sponsored team events.
PURE IS COMMITTED TO EQUALITY.
Research shows that in order to apply for a job, women feel they need to meet 100% of the criteria while men usually apply after meeting about 60%. Regardless of how you identify, if you believe you can do the job and are a good match, we encourage you to apply.
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