Senior Partner Marketing Manager

Proofpoint

Houston, TX

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$136,200–$214,005 Per Year
SKILLS
Alliance/Partner Management, Alliance/Partner Marketing, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Artificial Intelligence (AI) Agents, Best Sales Team, Campaigns, Channel Marketing, Channel Sales, Channel Strategies, Cloud Computing, Compensation and Benefits, Computer Security, Content Development, Ecosystems, Establish Priorities, Forecasting, Independent Software Vendor (ISV), Internet Security, Maintain Compliance, Marketing, Marketing Campaign, Marketing Plan, Marketing Strategy, Microsoft Outlook, Multitasking, Network Connectivity, Organizational Skills, Outbound Marketing, Partner Sales, Performance Metrics, Power Amplifier, Product Marketing, Project/Program Management, Purchasing/Procurement, Regional Sales, Reseller Channel, Return on Investment (ROI), Sales, Sales Campaigns, Sales Support, Software as a Service (SaaS), Strategic Planning, System Integration (SI), Target Marketing, Time Management, Value-Added Resellers (VAR)
LOCATION
Houston, TX
POSTED
Today
About Us:


Proofpoint is a global leader in human- and agent-centric cybersecurity. We protect how people, data, and AI agents connect across email, cloud, and collaboration tools. Over 80 of the Fortune 100, 10,000 large enterprises, and millions of smaller organizations trust Proofpoint to stop threats, prevent data loss, and build resilience across their people and AI workflows. Our mission is simple: safeguard the digital world and empower people to work securely and confidently. Join us in our pursuit to defend data and protect people.


How We Work:


At Proofpoint you’ll be part of a global team that breaks barriers to redefine cybersecurity guided by our BRAVE core values:


Bold in how we dream and innovate


Responsive to feedback, challenges and opportunities


Accountable for results and best in class outcomes


Visionary in future focused problem-solving


Exceptional in execution and impact


The Role


Proofpoint is seeking a high-impact Partner Marketing Manager to drive growth across our Americas channel ecosystem, spanning a strategic group of resellers and VARS.


This role serves as the GTM engine behind our partner-led growth, accelerating pipeline through targeted co-marketing programs, strategic field activations and scalable partner enablement. You’ll work directly with high-growth partners to expand Proofpoint’s reach, strengthen brand presence and amplify sales momentum across diverse markets.


We’re looking for a marketer who can think strategically, execute flawlessly, operate across cultures and serve as the connective tissue between Sales, Channel and Marketing.


Your day-to-day


+ Develop and execute national channel marketing plans with strategic partners, aligning programs to sales priorities and supporting growth across enterprise, commercial, and SMB segments.

+ Build and maintain deep relationships with our strategic partners and their partner marketing teams to drive pipeline through targeted co-sell campaigns

+ Activate Partner Development Funds strategically, maximizing ROI and maintaining compliance.

+ Work with our channel sales teams to align programs to active co-sell priorities and territory plans.

+ Participate in forecast calls, QBRs, and pipeline reviews as an accountable marketing owner.

+ Collaborate with product marketing to ensure Proofpoint specific messaging reflects the partner narrative and their buyer problems.

+ Develop content and enablement assets that partners will use, built around their selling motion.

+ Define, track, and report on KPIs aligned to partner sales outcomes, including pipeline, partner led revenue, and campaign performance.


What you bring to the team


+ 8+ years of experience in a Partner marketing role, such as channels, Resellers, Tech (ISV), and SI partnerships.

+ Experience in marketing Technology and SaaS businesses will be a bonus

+ Ability to bring multiple teams together to drive co-marketing campaigns

+ Creative thinking, self-driven & having a customer-centric mindset

+ Possess strong project management and organizational skills, demonstrating the ability to prioritize tasks effectively, consistently meet deadlines and adeptly manage multiple projects simultaneously


Why Proofpoint?


At Proofpoint, we believe that an exceptional career experience includes a comprehensive compensation and benefits package. Here are just a few reasons you’ll love working with us:


+ Competitive compensation

+ Comprehensive benefits

+ Career success on your terms

+ Flexible work environment

+ Annual wellness and community outreach days

+ Always on recognition for your contributions

+ Global collaboration and networking opportunities


Our Culture:


Our culture is rooted in values that inspire belonging, empower purpose and drive success-every day, for everyone.


We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. If you need accommodation during the application or interview process, please reach out to accessibility@proofpoint.com .


How to Apply


Interested? Submit your application along with any supporting information- we can’t wait to hear from you!


Consistent with Proofpoint values and applicable law, we provide the following information to promote pay transparency and equity. Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several U.S. geographic markets, and we pay differently based on those defined markets as set out below. Pay within these ranges varies and depends on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The actual offer will be based on the individual candidate. The range provided may represent a candidate range and may not reflect the full range for an individual tenured employee. This role may be eligible for variable compensation and/or equity. We offer a competitive benefits package, including flexible time off, a comprehensive well-being program with two paid Wellbeing Days and two paid Volunteer Days per year, plus a three-week Work from Anywhere option.


Base Pay Ranges:


SF Bay Area, New York City Metro Area:


Base Pay Range: 136,200.00 - 214,005.00 USD


California (excludes SF Bay Area), Colorado, Connecticut, Illinois, Washington DC Metro, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Jersey, Texas, Washington, Virginia, and Alaska:


Base Pay Range: 112,700.00 - 177,100.00 USD


All other cities and states excluding those listed above:


Base Pay Range: 101,600.00 - 159,720.00 USD


Proofpoint has been honored with six Best Places to Work Awards in 2024 by workplace culture leader Comparably, including Best Company Career Growth, Best Company Outlook, Best Global Culture, Best Engineering Teams, Best Sales Teams, and Best HR Teams.


We are the leader in human-centric cybersecurity. Half a million customers, including 87 of the Fortune 100, rely on Proofpoint to protect their organizations. We’re driven by a mission to stay ahead of bad actors and safeguard the digital world. Join us in our pursuit to defend data and protect people.


Our BRAVE Values:


At Proofpoint, we are BRAVE in everything we do, and our values aren’t just words—they shape how we work, collaborate, and grow.


We seek people who are bold enough to challenge the status quo, responsive in the face of ever-evolving threats, and accountable for delivering real impact.


We value those with a visionary mindset who anticipate what’s next and push cybersecurity forward, and we celebrate exceptional execution that ensures we continue to defend data and protect people.


Proofpoint is an equal opportunity employer, we hire without consideration to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status or disability.


Find your network, your allies, and your biggest fans. We know that work is simply better when you’re surrounded by people who inspire you—who share ideas, cheer you on, and genuinely want to see you succeed. That’s why we offer social circles, sponsored networks, and connection points across teams and time zones—to help you find your people, build your community, and thrive together.


This isn’t just a job—it’s a mission to protect people and defend data in a world that never slows down. We’re building the future of human-centric cybersecurity, and that future belongs to all of us. We take ownership, move fast, and hold ourselves accountable—because that’s what it takes to stay ahead. And we do it together, winning as one.


Be empowered to reach your full potential through meaningful challenges and personalized support—designed around you and your goals. Whether you're growing as a leader or leveling up from great to exceptional as an individual contributor, we’re here to help you get there.
Proofpoint is an equal opportunity employer, we hire without consideration to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status or disability.

About the Company

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Proofpoint

Proofpoint, Inc. (NASDAQ:PFPT) is a leading cybersecurity company that protects organizations’ greatest assets and biggest risks: their people. With an integrated suite of cloud-based solutions, Proofpoint helps customers around the world stop targeted threats, safeguard their data, and make their users more resilient against cyber attacks. Leading organizations of all sizes, including more than half of the Fortune 100, rely on Proofpoint to mitigate their most critical security and compliance risks across email, the cloud, social media, and the web. No one protects people, the data they create, and the digital channels they use more effectively than Proofpoint.

If you’re looking for a customer-focused, driven-to-win organization with leading-edge products, you’ll find many exciting reasons to join our team. We believe in hiring smart, motivated, problem-solvers to cultivate a culture of collaboration and appreciation. We are an international company with locations in North America, EMEA and APAC, with each location contributing to our culture.

COMPANY SIZE
2,500 to 4,999 employees
INDUSTRY
Computer/IT Services
EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
Performance Bonus, 401K, Employee Referral Program, Employee Events
FOUNDED
2002
WEBSITE
https://www.proofpoint.com