Business Development Manager – EMEA

Posted 5hrs ago

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Responsible for managing customers and partners for Microsoft Embedded / IoT solutions. Focusing on driving profitable growth through acquisition and growth of existing customers in the EMEA region.

Responsibilities:

  • The Business Development Manager will be responsible for the management of existing and potential customers/partners for Microsoft Embedded / IoT
  • Work with Arrow Account Managers to identify and develop reseller/partner accounts with strong potential to grow Microsoft Embedded/IoT
  • Build and maintain strong relationships within Microsoft and across the channel partner base to enable joint execution and pipeline growth
  • Identify new partners, engage and enable them with the tools, knowledge, and programs required to realize their sales potential
  • Support and drive campaigns and partner projects to target specific go-to-market messaging and accelerate adoption
  • Provide regular and accurate forecasting of opportunities and share market intelligence for both short- and long-term deal planning
  • Maximize margin opportunities by focusing on the right partners, targets, and vendor programs to ensure rebate targets and focus areas are met
  • Identify sales scenarios and opportunities to meet and exceed targets, acting as a trusted advisor in qualifying dedicated-purpose/embedded use cases together with internal stakeholders
  • Enable partners through regular sales training (in-person or webinars) and facilitate access to technical enablement when needed
  • Earn a high level of profile and trust within the partner base to ensure Arrow is engaged early in larger projects and strategic opportunities

Requirements:

  • Experience in a similar role within software/hardware solutions sales in IT channel sales and/or end-user sales
  • Strong understanding of the embedded / IoT ecosystem and ability to engage both commercial and technical stakeholders (partners, OEMs, integrators, ISVs)
  • Fluency in English
  • German – native/advanced
  • Strong communication and negotiation skills
  • Ability to build and develop strategic business relationships
  • Self-motivated with a proactive approach and structured time/opportunity management
  • Ability to learn product benefits and solution sales concepts and work effectively with alliance vendors
  • Problem solving and capacity to follow through on tasks to conclusion
  • Readiness to travel across EMEA as required

Benefits:

  • Attractive employee compensation package - salary consists of base and variable compensation
  • Extra benefits
  • Reliable & trusting work environment
  • Cooperative team with flat structures and communication
  • Professional and personal development