Senior Channel Partner Manager

ABOUT HMS NETWORKSWe shape the connected world!HMS Networks makes the World more connected, productive and sustainable. HMS industrial communication products enable millions of machines such as robots, drives and air-conditioners to get connected to software and systems – A necessity to meet the future demands for energy efficiency and sustainability.HMS Networks helps industrial devices communicate across networks and systems. Within our Industrial Network Technology division, we serve device makers and industrial customers with embedded connectivity, gateways and other industrial communication solutions.ROLE PURPOSEThe Senior Channel Partner Manager owns HMS's most important distributor and reseller relationships in the territory and acts as team lead for the Chicago channel team. The role drives revenue and market share through partners by building joint sales plans, enabling partner sales teams and using performance data to focus effort.KEY RESPONSIBILITIESOwn relationships with authorized distributors and resellers across the territory as their main point of contact at HMSBuild joint sales plans with partners, set goals and drive revenue growth and market shareRun quarterly business reviews to track partner performance and agree on growth prioritiesOnboard new partners and deliver training that helps their sales teams position HMS solutionsUse point-of-sale data and CRM reporting to identify trends and act on themCoordinate partner events, webinars and product launches with MarketingAct as team lead for the Chicago channel team: onboard and coach the Channel Partner Manager, share best practices and coordinate territory coverageBring partner and market feedback to Product Management, Marketing and Sales leadershipQUALIFICATIONSRequiredBachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Engineering or a related field, or equivalent experience5+ years in channel sales, distributor management or B2B sales in an industrial or technology settingTrack record of meeting or exceeding targets through channel partnersExperience coaching or mentoring colleagues, formally or informallyComfort using data (POS, CRM, market trends) to guide decisionsStrong communication, presentation and negotiation skillsPreferredExperience in industrial automation, networking or IIoTExperience with multi-tier or global distribution networksSalesforce or HubSpot experienceExperience building partner training programsKEY COMPETENCIESPartner and customer focusLeadership and coachingCommercial and analytical thinkingCommunication and influenceOwnership and drive for resultsWORKING CONDITIONSBased in Chicago, IL Hybrid.Travel up to 30% within the assigned territory.WHAT WE OFFERCompetitive annual salary plus bonus.Medical, dental and vision, 401(k) with match, paid time off, paid holidays.A global company with a collaborative, international team, and room to grow your career in industrial technology.HMS Networks is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds and make employment decisions without regard to any characteristic protected by applicable law. HMS Networks provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, HMS Networks complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.