Job Title: Junior Channel ManagerEmployment Type: HybridLocation: Midrand, GautengThe total cost to company offered is R53k per month negotiable (split 70% fixed 30% commission).JOB CONTEXT:If you are a Junior Channel Manager or Junior Business Development Manager or Junior Account Manager or Junior Sales Account Manager with at least 3 years of partner/customer management experience in an IT data storage (Cloud and on-prem) sales environment, then this role is for you. Our client is in the distribution business, connecting channel partners to leading IT vendors.KEY RESPONSIBILITIES : Assumes responsibility for researching and developing sales strategies for assigned products and services:Determines market strategies and goals for each assigned product and service.Obtains and organizes sales and product data for use in marketing plans and goal setting.Researches and develops potential customer lists for assigned products.Conducts market research to determine customer needs and potential matches to specific products.Evaluates product marketability related to customer needs.Maintains a current understanding of industry trends and technical developments that affect target markets.Provides market information to management for sales budget development and strategic plans Prepares, executes and manages plans to achieve the vendor MBO / Rebate targets. Target and forecasting management Arranges and prepares for vendor QBRs in a timeous and professional manner.Assumes responsibility for the efficient and effective promotion and sales of assigned products:Assist in the selling of the assigned products.Establishes and maintains industry contacts that provide potential sales leads. Develops long-term, ongoing relationships.Develops sales and marketing proposals for customers interested in specific products or services.Develops and delivers professional sales presentations for resellers and end users.Closes sales negotiations and draws up preferred supplier contracts.Meets established sales quotas and revenue goals.Focuses on reseller development through enablement, training, business planning, visits and meetings.Assumes responsibility for maintaining and updating all product specific, sales records and materials:Completes scheduled sales reports for management.Prepares and updates product promotional materials.Prepares and maintains an accurate sales forecast. Ensures internal systems are up to date with the latest products and pricing.Develops statistical reports as requested.Timeously completes and submits all related sales, claims and inventory information.Assumes responsibility for maintaining productive relations with vendor, clients, customers, retailers, and internal and external sales contacts:Ensures the delivery of products and services within established timeframes. Works to exceed customer expectations.Ensures that customers, third parties, and business alliances are well informed through continual feedback and communication.Ensures that requests and problems are promptly tracked and resolved.Promotes goodwill and a positive image of the company. Ensures that The companys professional reputation is maintained.Ensures that The companys high levels of service are maintained.Provides weekly, monthly and quarterly sales forecasts where necessary.Ensures that all requirements for Vendor rebates are fulfilled.Sales breadth and run rate business is preserved analysed and expanded.Assumes responsibility for maintaining effective communication, coordination and working relations with Company personnel and management:Coordinates delivery of products and services with logistics, operations and all other related personnel.Trains relevant internal personal with the relevant product knowledge required in selling assigned products.Assists company and division as requiredKeeps management well informed of activities and significant problemsAssumes responsibility for related duties as required or assigned:Stays informed of developments and changes in the industry and the market.Attends related training as required.Completes certification training as required.Completes special projects as assigned.Any reasonable and lawful instruction related to work and given by an authorized person. QUALIFICATION & EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:Qualifications:Relevant degree /diploma in sales, marketing, business studies is advantageous.NetApp sales / technical certification or equivalent other vendor certification (EMC, Simplivity, HP, IBM other). Valid drivers license & own vehicle is essential.COMPETENCIES:Knowledge:Strong understanding of product sales and take to market systems.Knowledge of customer service and support processes.Knowledge of the Southern Africa Channel market. Experience:3 or more years experience as a Channel Manager or in a combined marketing and sales position.Strong knowledge and experience in Data Management and Cloud technology. Proven successful track record. Mandatory Skills:Strong sales and technical ability.Well organized.Strong planning skills.Excellent oral communication, presentation and negotiation skills.Able to analyze and problem solve.Have sufficient technical knowledge of the industry.Commercial business acumen.Administratively competent.Desired Skills:Experience training users on procurement processes Experience in Power BI.PACKAGE & REMUNERATION:Salary will be commensurate with experience and qualifications.