Nerdio

Industry Business Development Lead

Nerdio

full-time

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Location Type: Remote

Location: United States

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Salary

💰 $240,000 - $270,000 per year

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About the role

  • Microsoft Alliance & Co-Sell Execution: Own and deepen Nerdio's strategic relationships with Microsoft's Americas Enterprise field teams, including ATUs (Account Technology Units), STUs (Specialist Technology Units), and Industry OUs.
  • Drive co-sell pipeline generation and acceleration in partnership with Microsoft PDMs, Account Executives, and Industry Solution Specialists across all target verticals.
  • Execute joint go-to-market motions aligned with Microsoft's Cloud Partner Program (CPP), including co-sell ready and Azure IP co-sell initiatives.
  • Lead joint Quarterly Business Reviews (QBRs) with Microsoft field leadership, presenting pipeline health, co-sell performance, and strategic roadmap alignment.
  • Navigate and leverage Microsoft's Partner Center, marketplace co-sell workflows, and MCI (Microsoft Cloud Incentives) programmes to maximise Nerdio's commercial velocity.
  • Pipeline Development & Revenue Growth: Identify, qualify, and accelerate Enterprise co-sell opportunities across Microsoft's industry OU accounts, focusing on AVD, Windows 365, and Intune-attached Nerdio deployments.
  • Partner with Nerdio's Enterprise Sales team to convert Microsoft-sourced or influenced pipeline into closed business, maintaining consistent CRM hygiene in Salesforce.
  • Develop and execute territory plans for each Microsoft Industry OU, aligned to Microsoft's fiscal year priorities and enterprise account strategies.
  • Track, analyse, and report on key metrics including co-sell pipeline, influenced revenue, Microsoft engagement breadth, and deal velocity to Nerdio senior leadership.
  • Thought Leadership & Field Enablement: Act as a subject matter expert on Nerdio's value proposition within Microsoft's industry verticals, delivering compelling presentations to Microsoft sellers, partners, and customers.
  • Enable Microsoft field teams with tailored industry-specific messaging, pitch decks, solution plays, and competitive positioning for AVD and Windows 365 scenarios.
  • Represent Nerdio at Microsoft-hosted events including Inspire, Industry Summits, Tech Intensity events, and regional field days to build brand presence and generate pipeline.
  • Collaborate with Nerdio's Marketing team to co-create Microsoft-aligned content, joint case studies, and GTM campaigns targeting Enterprise industry accounts.
  • Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with Nerdio's Alliance, Product, and Customer Success teams to ensure Microsoft partnership priorities are reflected in product roadmap and customer delivery.
  • Provide market intelligence and competitive insights from Microsoft field engagement to inform Nerdio's product strategy, pricing, and GTM priorities.
  • Coach and mentor internal Nerdio sales teams on navigating Microsoft's organisation, leveraging co-sell tools, and engaging Microsoft stakeholders effectively.
  • Collaborate with Nerdio's global BDM team to share best practices, ensure consistency in Microsoft engagement, and support international co-sell alignment.

Requirements

  • 7+ years of experience in business development, alliance management, or enterprise sales, with a minimum of 3 years working directly within or alongside Microsoft's field organisation.
  • Deep understanding of Microsoft's sales organisation, including ATUs, STUs, Industry OUs, PDM structure, and co-sell motion within the Cloud Partner Programme (CPP).
  • Demonstrated track record of building and scaling co-sell pipelines with Microsoft, with measurable impact on revenue growth and partner-influenced deals.
  • Strong knowledge of Microsoft's End User Computing portfolio — Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD), Windows 365, and Microsoft Intune — and the competitive EUC/VDI landscape.
  • Proven experience engaging Enterprise-level accounts across at least two of Nerdio's target industry verticals (FSI, HLS, Manufacturing, Retail, Energy, Public Sector).
  • Exceptional relationship-building, communication, and executive presentation skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels including C-suite.
  • Strong commercial acumen with experience managing complex sales cycles, joint business plans, and multi-stakeholder deals in an Enterprise environment.
  • Self-starter mentality with entrepreneurial drive — comfortable operating in a fast-paced, high-growth scale-up environment with significant autonomy.
  • Bachelor's degree in Business, Technology, or a related field; MBA or equivalent experience preferred.
  • Willingness to travel up to 25% for Microsoft events, field visits, and customer engagements.
Benefits
  • Competitive Base and Incentive Plan
  • Stock Options
  • Health and Welfare Plans*
  • Life and Disability Plans*
  • Retirement Plan*
  • Unlimited Flexible Paid Time Off, including your birthday off!
Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills & Tools
business developmentalliance managemententerprise salesco-sell pipeline generationAzure Virtual Desktop (AVD)Windows 365Microsoft IntuneCRM hygienedata analysispresentation skills
Soft Skills
relationship-buildingcommunicationexecutive presentationinfluencing stakeholderscommercial acumenself-starter mentalityentrepreneurial drivecollaborationcoachingmentoring
Certifications
Bachelor's degree in BusinessBachelor's degree in TechnologyMBA or equivalent experience