Regional Channel Partner Manager - Linear Technologies (Midwest/Central USA)

The Regional Channel Partner Manager is responsible for developing and managing a robust partner network within the United States market. This role demands a proactive and strategic approach to expand Bosch Rexroths market presence and ensure sustained growth through effective partner management and development strategies.  We seek an accomplished sales professional with a demonstrated history of nurturing strong relationships with both partners and customers.

Key Responsibilities:

• Work closely with the Bosch Rexroth Linear Technologies Business Area Leadership to devise and implement effective sales and marketing strategies that will be flowed to our channel partners.
• Achieve or exceed predetermined sales and revenue growth targets through indirect channels-to-market.
• Foster and sustain strong relationships with current and potential partners overseeing their performance and providing training as needed.
• Identify and cultivate new business opportunities by establishing channel partners.
• Recruit and onboard new channel partners (distributors) across the United States.
• Collaborate with regional partners/distributors in developing and setting annual sales targets.
• Act as the primary liaison for all partner-related activities.
• Regularly communicate with the partner network on sales marketing and product development initiatives.
• Attend industry events (AHTD) trade shows and conferences to network and promote Bosch Rexroth and its suite of Linear Technology products.
• Coordinate with marketing to drive lead generation efforts and routing of leads to appropriate partners.
• Travel Requirement: Up to 50% travel within the defined region.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs):

• Measure Partner Incoming Orders and Revenue.
• Drive partner performance through monthly scorecard reviews and cooperation dialogues.
• Align partner business plans with long-term market share attainment goals.
• Manage partner forecasting oversee value-add capabilities investments and training and foster a network that promotes best practice sharing.
• Develop channels by identifying and vetting new partners especially in uncovered or underserved regions.
• Facilitate the new partner onboarding process for rapid deployment and revenue generation.
• Conduct joint calls with new distributor sales personnel.
• Align account strategies between Bosch Rexroths Linear Technologies Outside Sales and Partner Sales teams.
• Manage other tasks including marketing education for partners Certified Excellence assessments and support and resolution of channel conflicts.

Qualifications :

• Prefer 5 years work experience within the automation industry in a sales channel management or business development capacity with a focus on building and maintaining partner relationships.
• Bachelors degree in business marketing or technical related field
• Strong understanding of the automation industry with firm grasp of mechanical concepts.
• Demonstrate a dedication to providing great service to the partner / distributor network.
• Experience in planning and implementing sales strategies.
• Experience in customer relationship management (CRM).
• Experience working with international manufacturers is a plus.
• Excellent customer service communication presentation and problem-solving skills.
• Proven track record of exceeding sales and revenue targets
• Strong organizational and project management skills
• Entrepreneurial driven mindset

Additional Information :

Equal Opportunity Employer including disability / veterans.

Remote Work :

Yes

Employment Type :

Full-time