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Channel Manager

197k – 232kUnited StatesRemote4+ YOE
Summary

Manage channel partnerships for the downmarket segment, driving pipeline and revenue through resellers, VARs, and MSPs while co-selling with account executives. Requires 4+ years of SaaS channel experience.

About the role

What you’ll do as a Channel Manager at Vanta:

  • Drive net new pipeline and ARR for the downmarket segment via a book of channel partners supporting the downmarket customer segment
  • Co-sell with Account Executives on our Early Stage team to close partner-sourced and partner-influenced deals
  • Enable and build relationships with existing Vanta partners
  • Deploy a one-to-many approach to developing business across the region
  • Build one-to-one relationships with key partners
  • Manage your pipeline effectively, working alongside Account Executives to drive deals forward to closed won
  • Identify and acquire high-fit partners to roll into the partner program
  • Maintain strong pipeline rigor and partner activity playbooks
  • Confidently onboard, enable, and help partners close deals

How to be successful in this role:

  • 4+ years of channel partner experience working within software/SaaS
  • Co-selling experience with demonstrated ability to work alongside direct sales teams
  • Excellent cross-functional collaboration skills with ability to execute and contribute to strategy
  • Proactive self-starter who thrives in a dynamic environment
  • Customer-focused approach with strong communication skills
  • Experience working with resellers, VARs and MSPs
  • Understanding of IT Service Providers and the IT Channel
  • Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for current or future employer sponsorship
  • Open to using AI to amplify their skills and strengthen their work - demonstrating curiosity, a willingness to learn, and sound judgment in applying AI responsibly to improve efficiency and impact

What you can expect as a Vanta’n:

  • Industry-competitive salary and equity
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, with 100% of employee-only benefit premiums covered for most medical plans
  • 16 weeks paid Parental Leave for all new parents
  • Health & wellness stipend
  • Remote workspace, internet, and cellphone stipend
  • Commuter benefits for team members who report to the SF and NYC office
  • Family planning benefits
  • Matching 401(k) contribution with immediate vesting
  • Flexible PTO policy, plus 80 hours of Sick Time
  • 11 company-paid holidays
  • Virtual team building activities, lunch and learns, and other company-wide events!
Skills
Channel PartnershipsCo-sellingSaaS SalesResellersVARsMSPsIT Service ProvidersPipeline ManagementPartner EnablementCross-functional Collaboration
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