Senior Vendor Partnerships & Channel Strategy Lead

AlxTel
  • Remote
    30+ days ago

    Job Description

    Benefits:
    • 401(k) matching
    • Bonus based on performance
    • Dental insurance
    • Health insurance
    • Opportunity for advancement
    Senior Vendor Partnerships & Channel Strategy Lead

    Company: AlxTel, Inc.
    Location: Remote (U.S.) or Silver Sprin, MD (Hybrid Option)
    Employment Type: Full-Time

    About the Role

    AlxTel, Inc. is seeking a senior-level channel and vendor partnerships leader to take ownership of our entire technology partner ecosystem. This is a high-impact, revenue-driven role focused on transforming vendor relationships into measurable business outcomes—margin growth, MDF utilization, co-sell revenue, and strategic positioning.

    This position is designed for professionals who understand how to convert partnerships into profit, not just maintain relationships.

    Key Responsibilities

    Vendor Relationship Strategy

    • Build and manage relationships across top-tier vendors (Cisco, Microsoft, VMware, Veeam, Fortinet, ServiceNow, etc.)
    • Establish structured engagement cadence (QBRs, planning sessions, executive alignment)
    • Act as the primary escalation and strategic contact for all vendor interactions
    Partner Tier & Certification Growth

    • Drive partner tier elevation (Silver Gold Platinum)
    • Lead certification strategy across technical and sales teams
    • Track and optimize discount levels, pricing advantages, and partner benefits
    MDF & Co-Sell Program Execution

    • Identify and activate unused Marketing Development Funds (MDF)
    • Execute co-sell motions with vendors and track revenue outcomes
    • Integrate MDF and co-sell strategies into deal workflows
    Revenue Program Development

    • Build structured certification bounty programs as revenue streams
    • Capture vendor-routed opportunities (exclusive, non-competitive deals)
    • Increase deal margins through vendor-backed pricing strategies
    Vendor & Distributor Alignment

    • Manage strategic relationships with distributors (Carahsoft, TD SYNNEX, Ingram Micro)
    • Align vendor-distributor strategies to position AlxTel as a preferred partner
    Performance Tracking & Reporting

    • Maintain CRM-based vendor interaction tracking
    • Deliver quarterly reports on:
       
      • MDF utilization
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      • Certifications achieved
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      • Deal margins and co-sell performance
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    Required Qualifications

    Experience

    • 8–10+ years in channel sales, vendor management, or partner ecosystems
    • Proven success managing multi-vendor programs with measurable revenue impact
    • Experience in government contracting (GovCon) and public sector sales
    Technical Expertise

    • Strong understanding of enterprise IT:
       
      • Networking, cloud, cybersecurity, virtualization, backup and disaster recovery, Infrastructure, VOIP services and solutionsa
    •  
    • Familiarity with vendor partner programs, licensing, and pricing models
    Core Competencies

    • Executive-level communication and negotiation skills
    • Ability to independently drive vendor strategy and execution
    • Strong analytical mindset with focus on ROI and measurable outcomes
    Preferred Qualifications

    • Existing relationships with major vendors (Cisco, Microsoft, VMware, etc.)
    • Experience in VAR, MSP, or MSSP environments
    • Familiarity with GSA schedules, GWACs, and public sector procurement
    • Based in DMV region (preferred, not required)
    Compensation Structure

    Option 1: Commission-Based

    • No base salary
    • Estimated Year 1: $100K – $180K
    • Unlimited upside
    Option 2: Base + Commission

    • Estimated Year 1: $85K – $130K
    Benefits

    • Remote flexibility
    • Professional development & certification support
    • Access to vendor programs, tools, and internal knowledge base
    • High-autonomy, execution-focused environment
    What We’re Looking For

    • A builder, not a coordinator
    • Someone who has closed vendor-driven opportunities and proven ROI
    • Comfortable leading vendor conversations independently
    • Thrives in lean, fast-moving environments
    Application Process

    Submit to

    info@alxtel.com

    :

    • Resume (focused on vendor/channel experience)
    • Short cover letter (200–300 words) detailing:
       
      • A major vendor win and its impact
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      • MDF or incentive program experience
    •  
    • 3 professional references
    Interview Process

    • Initial screening
    • Reference validation
    • Live working session (real-world scenario)
    • Final offer discussion
    About AlxTel, Inc.

    AlxTel, Inc. is a high-performance technology and government solutions firm focused on execution, not bureaucracy. We operate with a lean structure, strong vendor partnerships, and a results-driven culture.

    Start Date

    Immediate or within 30 days

    Equal Opportunity Employer

     

    This is a remote position.

    Compensation: $100,000.00 - $150,000.00 per year

    We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.





    Numbers & Facts

    Location (
    Remote
    )
    Websitehttps://www.alxtel.com

    Skills

    • Alliance/Partner Managementunmatched
    • Analysis Skillsunmatched
    • Business Solutionsunmatched
    • Cadenceunmatched
    • Career Developmentunmatched
    • Channel Managementunmatched
    • Channel Salesunmatched
    • Channel Strategiesunmatched
    • Cisco Network Systemsunmatched
    • Cloud Computingunmatched
    • Customer Relationsunmatched
    • Customer Relationship Management (CRM)unmatched
    • Customer Support/Serviceunmatched
    • Data Recoveryunmatched
    • Dental Insuranceunmatched
    • Disaster Recoveryunmatched
    • Distribution Channelunmatched
    • Ecosystemsunmatched
    • Financial Analysisunmatched
    • Governmentunmatched
    • Government Contractsunmatched
    • Health Insuranceunmatched
    • Incentive Programsunmatched
    • Information Technology & Information Systemsunmatched
    • Internet Securityunmatched
    • Knowledge Baseunmatched
    • Licensingunmatched
    • Market Development Funds (MDF)unmatched
    • Marketingunmatched
    • Microsoft Product Familyunmatched
    • Negotiation Skillsunmatched
    • Organizational Skillsunmatched
    • Performance Analysisunmatched
    • Pricingunmatched
    • Product Developmentunmatched
    • Product Pricingunmatched
    • Public Administrationunmatched
    • Purchasing/Procurementunmatched
    • Relationship Managementunmatched
    • Return on Investment (ROI)unmatched
    • Risk Managementunmatched
    • Salesunmatched
    • Sales Strategyunmatched
    • ServiceNowunmatched
    • Strategic Planningunmatched
    • Technical Salesunmatched
    • Technical Strategyunmatched
    • Technical Supportunmatched
    • Telecommunicationsunmatched
    • Telecommunications Industryunmatched
    • VMWareunmatched
    • Value-Added Resellers (VAR)unmatched
    • Vendor/Supplier Managementunmatched
    • Vendor/Supplier Planningunmatched
    • Vendor/Supplier Relationsunmatched
    • Virtualizationunmatched
    • VoIP (Voice over IP)unmatched
    • Web Designunmatched
    • Web Programmingunmatched

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