VP, Strategic Accounts

Equinix

Seattle, WA

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JOB DETAILS

JOB TYPE

Full-time, Employee

SKILLS

Alliance/Partner Management, Analysis Skills, Bridge Building, Business Plan, Business Skills, Cloud Computing, Coaching, Cross-Functional, Customer Relations, Customer Satisfaction, Develop and Maintain Customers, Enterprise Applications, Entrepreneurship, Financial Planning, Financial Services, Forecasting, Insurance, Long-Term Profit, Negotiation Skills, Network Operations Center, Oracle, Performance Goal Setting, Power Amplifier, Problem Solving Skills, Process Improvement, Profit & Loss, Retirement Plan, Revenue Growth, Sales, Software as a Service (SaaS), Solution Sales, Staff Development, Strategic Accounts, Strategic Planning, Team Lead/Manager, Team Player, Technical Support

LOCATION

Seattle, WA

POSTED

30+ days ago

Who are we?

Equinix is the world's digital infrastructure company, shortening the path to connectivity to enable the innovations that enrich our work, life and planet.

A place where bold ideas are welcomed, human connection is valued, and everyone has the opportunity to shape their future.

A career at Equinix means being at the center of shaping what comes next and amplifying customer value through innovation and impact.You'll work across teams, influence key decisions, and help shape the path forward. You'll find belonging, purpose, and a team that welcomes you-because when you feel valued, you're empowered to do your best work.

Job Summary

Strategic leader responsible for the overall sales execution and delivery accountability of our most strategic and valued partners by building a trusted advisor relationship. This leader will align potential technical and go-to-market partnerships that will grow solution reach, accelerate new business and drive revenue growth and protection in key markets and across all selling motions: sell-to, sell-with and sell-through. This leader will be responsible for planning and managing multi-year growth campaignswith Oracle.

Responsibilities

Lead Oracle Alliance strategy to grow solution sales: Deliver sell-to, joint revenue, and go-to-market opportunities (e.g., joint solution development, joint go-to-market programs, joint awareness initiatives) to achieve revenue growth, and ensure selling across the full portfolio

Accelerate platform integration efforts: Nurture relationships with Oracle to enhance our strategic value, maximize joint opportunity, fuel platform integration efforts, and enhance profitable long-term growth (ex: OCI FastConnect on ramps)

Manage targets: Ensure consistently accurate forecasted business, deliver the global quarterly and annual revenue objectives

Ensure execution excellence: Build the bridge from long-term Oracle strategy to execution, ensuring that the team has the direction, information, resources, and support to execute in the field successfully

Streamline accountability: Serve as a single point of accountability for the Oracle Alliance to improve the alliance experience

Coordinate negotiation of technology & business agreements

Understands current and future industry/partner needs in the context of market dynamics, and drives programs that deliver short- and long-term objectives for Equinix and Partner

Define and track OKRs: Define and track OKRs for financial performance, execution excellence, customer and partner satisfaction for Alliance, holding the team accountable for performance

Shape a collaborative, transparent, and entrepreneurial culture, one that embraces coaching, is inclusive, and has a strong focus on the belonging, growth, and development of all its team members

Build and motivate diverse teams, uniting the organization and stakeholders around a shared vision

Qualifications

15+ years of experience in developing strategic partnerships

Strong technical foundation, including an in-depth working knowledge of the enterprise software and data-center infrastructure space

Manage C-suite level clients and partner relationships in large, complex, global, and multi-disciplinary environments

Experience selling to the breadth of industries including network providers, Cloud and IT services, SaaS providers, and financial services companies

Strong cross-functional and multi-region operating experience with a motivational and relationship-focused management style

Developing business plans and scaling the partner relationship, true P&L

Is business savvy, balancing a holistic view of our business and the market with significant technology and commercial acumen

Exceptional ability to operate in highly matric environment, collaborate and cultivate deep relationships to deliver customer value

Adept at inspiring behavior change through motivating teams, planning initiatives, designating priorities, and being decisive when faced with ambiguity

Focus on execution and results, establishing high standards for performance, setting goals, and developing detailed global account plans, following through, and holding people accountable for results

Change agility: Able to influence and drive change

Strong decision-making, analytical, and problem-solving skills

Strong negotiation and team building with the ability to create consensus among cross-functional teams and leaders

The targeted pay range for this position in the following location is / locations are:

United States - Redwood City Office GHQ : 384,000 - 576,000 USD / Annual

United States - Seattle Office SES : 384,000 - 576,000 USD / Annual

United States - NA1 Nashville : 384,000 - 576,000 USD / Annual

Our pay ranges reflect the minimum and maximum target for new hire pay for the full-time position determined by role, level, and location.The pay range shown is based on our compensation structure in place at the time of posting and may be updated periodically based on business needs. Individual pay is based on additional factors including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education and/or training.

The targeted pay range listed reflects On-Target Earnings or OTE, which is base pay plus commissions, and does not include equity or benefits. Equity may be offered depending on the position.

Equinix Benefits

As an employee, you become important to Equinix's success. We ensure all your benefits are in line with our core values: competitive, inclusive, sustainable, connected and efficient. We keep them competitive within the current marketplace to ensure we're providing you with the best package possible. So, wherever you are in your career and life, you'll be able to enhance your experience and bring your whole self to work.

Employee Assistance Program: An Employee Assistance program is available to all employees.
US Benefits: - Insurance: You may enroll in health, life, disability and voluntary plans that are designed for you and your eligible family members. - Retirement: You and Equinix may contribute to a retirement plan to help you plan for your financial future. - Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays: You will receive an accrued amount of PTO each pay period along with various paid holidays for you to rest and recharge. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific plan or program terms.

Equinix is committed to ensuring that our employment process is open to all individuals, including those with a disability. If you are a qualified candidate and need assistance or an accommodation, please let us know by completing this form.

Equinix is an Equal Employment Opportunity and, in the U.S., an Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to unlawful consideration of race, color, religion, creed, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, place of birth, citizenship, sex, pregnancy / childbirth or related medical conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or domestic partnership status, age, veteran or military status, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, political / organizational affiliation, status as a victim or family member of a victim of crime or abuse, or any other status protected by applicable law.

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Equinix is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with disability

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