Channel Manager
Zebra Technologies Asia Pacific Pte Ltd
To apply, please submit your resume to leonard.lam@zebra.com
Overview:
At Zebra, we are a community of innovators who come together to create new ways of working to make everyday life better. United by curiosity and care, we develop dynamic solutions that anticipate our customer’s and partner’s needs and solve their challenges.
Being a part of Zebra Nation means being seen, heard, valued, and respected. Drawing from our diverse perspectives, we collaborate to deliver on our purpose. Here you are a part of a team pushing boundaries to redefine the work of tomorrow for organizations, their employees, and those they serve.
You have opportunities to learn and lead at a forward-thinking company, defining your path to a fulfilling career while channeling your skills toward causes that you care about – locally and globally. We’ve only begun reimaging the future – for our people, our customers, and the world.
Let’s create tomorrow together.
Takes ownership of assigned channel account(s) or territory; develops and executes sales strategy for assigned account(s) or territory with manager's input; develops strong relationships with key channel contacts and leverages to Zebra's advantage; utilizes sponsorships, marketing initiatives, etc. to promote partnership and improve Zebra business within the channel. Plan and execute new solution launches within channel and delivers high impact sales presentations and product training. Develops and executes sales strategies with minimal input from manager for a higher level of financial responsibility; proactively sells solutions encompassing a wider range of products or services; partners with channel to develop and co-execute high impact launches, co-marketing campaigns, etc. to improve business for both. Develops channel approaches and tools which will be used by others in similar situations. May be responsible for indirectly managing or influencing the Account Reps supporting the channel/customer and service and supply chain related to the channel.
Responsibilities:
Knowledge/Expertise
Technical Skills - Uses advanced domain/solutions knowledge to competitive advantage
Knowledge of Zebra - Provides input into development of business products/services; understands and follows multi-business protocols
Sales Skills - Develops and adapts advanced sales strategies to unique customer needs; creates customer partnerships
Managerial Skills - Often leads others in their development; provides input to policies and practices
Business Acumen - Develops business solutions and directly addresses financial issues resulting in profitable revenue growth for Zebra; able to coordinate and present complete, complex solutions that meet customer needs and beat competition
Market/customer Knowledge - Acts as a resource to customers based on intimate knowledge of relevant industries and needs
Solution Complexity/Strategic Thinking
Nature of Problems Solved - Solves complex problems which may require unique solutions (e.g., unique applications of existing technologies) that are used across the business in similar situations
Role in Addressing Problems - Leads problem resolution, identifies appropriate resources, develops contingency plans
Complexity of Solutions - Typically medium to high complexity; has several complex projects, all which require unique coordination of technical resources; multi-country issues may be involved
Freedom to Act
Level of Guidance - Demonstrates wide latitude for decisive action which could impact business initiatives/programs; exercises independent judgment within broadly defined practices/policies in selecting approach and technique
Takes Direction From - Manager and Business Unit Directors
Customer Interface
Role - Often leads semi-formal teams or significant portions of a large permanent team
Level of Customer Contact - Multiple decision makers and influencers for large deals with complexity
Main Level of Interaction - Leads negotiations on complex deals which may be primarily technical, financial or both
Required Knowledge of Customer - Industry strategies and customer positioning; customer financials and business drivers
Accountability
Business and Financial Impact - Responsible for revenue attainment, margins where appropriate, and personal expenses
Relative Size and Scope - Average to high individual quota for business in like roles or strategic growth potential to be there within a year or two
Types of Projects - Moderately complex deals with a few large, complex deals
Strategic Impact for Zebra - High in near term; medium in mid-term
Qualifications:
Bachelors or equivalent experience; advanced degree preferred
5-8 years of applicable work experience
Uses advanced domain/solutions knowledge to competitive advantage
Develops and adapts advanced sales strategies to unique customer needs; creates customer partnerships
Often leads others in their development; provides input to policies and practices
