Own and evolve the Microsoft partnership strategy, aligning with both organizations’ business objectives and technology roadmaps
Serve as executive liaison to strategic VAR and ISV partners in the Microsoft channel and foster trusted relationships across sales, product, marketing, and partner management
Lead joint planning sessions, executive business reviews, and strategic workshops to accelerate partnership outcomes
Drive adoption of Microsoft cloud solutions, ERP integrations, and co-innovation initiatives
Build, onboard, enable, and activate VAR partners through training, certification, and joint sales plays
Launch and manage joint GTM campaigns with Microsoft and VAR partners, including product launches, co-marketing, and field enablement
Oversee account mapping, pipeline development, demand generation, and track partnership KPIs (bookings, revenue, customer acquisition, share of wallet)
Manage partnership operations including contract management, program compliance, and reporting
Collaborate cross-functionally (product, sales, marketing, customer success) to deliver integrated solutions and customer experiences
Represent Versapay at Microsoft and industry events; facilitate executive alignment and advocate partner feedback into product and strategy
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Business, Technology, or related field (MBA preferred)
7+ years of experience in partnership management, business development, or channel leadership—preferably within the Microsoft ecosystem and with VAR/channel partners
Deep understanding of Microsoft partner programs, cloud solutions, and enterprise software
Proven track record of building and scaling VAR ecosystems and driving joint GTM initiatives
Exceptional relationship-building, communication, and negotiation skills
Strong analytical skills and experience with KPI tracking and reporting
Ability to influence cross-functional teams and drive results in a matrixed environment
Benefits
Remote work (United States)
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