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Channel Sales Manager - India (Delhi NCR/Hyderabad/Bengaluru)

Coursera
Location
India
Posted
2 months ago
Department
Sales
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • At least 10+ years of related experience in technology partner management/sales, business development, or consulting
  • Experience setting up and managing successful joint sales and go to market engagements
  • Experience working with enterprise sales organizations and familiar with enterprise technology sales engagement models
  • Strong enterprise selling and client relationship skills, and demonstrated success in establishing and managing partner relationships
  • Experience selling into or partnering with organizations that serve Indian Government, Universities, or PSEs with understanding of procurement processes (GeM, tenders, empanelment)
Nice to have
  • Experience working with partners primarily focused in India
  • Experience supporting marketing efforts or closely working with marketing teams to achieve goals
  • Comfort operating in ambiguous, early-stage environments with limited support infrastructure
What the job really is

The Channel Sales Manager will be responsible for creating and executing Coursera's channel program in India, focusing on recruiting and converting channel partners that serve universities, government bodies, and public sector enterprises. The role involves refining sales processes, collaborating with internal teams, and analyzing new business opportunities to drive indirect revenue through partnerships. Additionally, the manager will develop infrastructure for partner enablement and ensure compliance with Coursera's standards.

Things to weigh
  • No salary listed
  • Role involves significant partner management and sales responsibilities, which may require extensive travel or networking
  • Position may involve navigating complex procurement processes in the Indian public sector
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