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The RVP, Partners position will be responsible for developing high growth partnerships from a defined set of partners across a given region to drive continual enablement, new pipeline via deal registration and net-new logo acquisition.  We are looking for an energetic and creative sales leader with a history of exceeding quotas and driving impactful business for their company.  The role requires close collaboration with sales RVPs and Account Executives across the DACH/French territory to deliver partner coverage, expertise and differentiated value propositions to drive new ACV and net-new logo acquisition.

To be successful in this role, you need:

• To enjoy building vs. maintaining and thrive on achieving superior results
• You have a confident, competitive, thorough, and tenacious attitude
• Have worked as a Partner Manager and have experience in the DACH/French markets 
• Build trusted advisor relationships with partners through a deep understanding of the partner's local strategy and business imperatives.
• To be accountable for the territory business, including quota attainment, pipeline coverage, pipeline linearity and resource planning. 
• Adaptable to grow the business sustainably, rather than growth at any cost 
• To be skilled in partnering with service providers to construct compelling "practices" around specific software products
• Have a working knowledge of business process automation with a history of qualifying client solution areas and orchestrating multi-departmental solution sales
• You are experienced as  a successful Partner Manager, selling to CxO and decision-maker levels
• Define the DACH/French  partner  GTM  strategy executing  and  joint business plans per partner  which include marketing, pipeline development, educations and certification programs
• Work and collaborate with Sales, Marketing,  Solution Consultants teams  to generate incremental revenue to achieve your teams’ ACV quota
• Experienced leading a team of channel partner and alliances sales professionals
• Share expert knowledge of Appian’s strategy, partner model, partner programs, value proposition,  sales goals, solutions, driving alignment between partner and Appian .
• Manage and review Appian partner program adherence and certifications requirements 
• Building practice capacity to provide the foundation for on-going scalable, sustained channels / partner growth year on-year. 

Basic qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree, preferably in Computer Science or Business
• Significant enterprise software sales experience,  
• Significant Partner/Alliances Management experience in the technology industry.
• Experience managing either within a software, distributor or system integrator company
• Fluent in both English & German. French would be an advantage

Key Performance Indicators: Partner sourced ACV & new logos

Tools and Resource 

• Training and Development: During onboarding, we focus on equipping new hires with the skills and knowledge for success through department-specific training. Continuous learning is a central focus at Appian, with dedicated mentorship and the First-Friend program being widely utilized resources for new hires. 
• Growth Opportunities: Appian provides a diverse array of growth and development opportunities, including our leadership program tailored for new and aspiring managers, a comprehensive library of specialized department training through Appian University, skills based training, and tuition reimbursement for those aiming to advance their education. This commitment ensures that employees have access to a holistic range of development opportunities.
• Community: We’ll immerse you into our community rooted in respect starting on day one. Appian fosters inclusivity through our 8 employee-led affinity groups. These groups help employees build stronger internal and external networks by planning social, educational, and outreach activities to connect with Appianites and larger initiatives throughout the company.

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