Channel Account Manager, GSI

Welcome to the future of cloud networking and security!  

Cato Networks is the first company to converge enterprise networking and security into one centralized and global service that is delivered by cloud. Cato’s unique technology inspired a brand-new product category, later named “SASE” by Gartner. 

Cato is the brainchild of networking and security pioneers Shlomo Kramer (Check Point, Imperva) and Gur Shatz (Incapsula.) Cato Networks has raised $532 million dollars since 2015, achieving Centaur status with $100M in ARR, and a valuation of $2.5 billion dollars. 

The Channel Account Manager (CAM) is part of the Global Channel Sales team and is responsible for sales and revenue growth through highly qualified and successful partnerships in a designated geography. The CAM is expected to use consultative and strategic selling skills along with a strong understanding of the SD-WAN, Security, and SASE industry to consistently meet/exceed quota attainment as assigned by channel leadership. They are expected to develop highly productive Solution Provider, Value-Added Reseller (VAR), and Managed Service Provider (MSP) relationships so that partners become self-sufficient in marketing, selling, deploying and managing the Cato Solution.

As a Cato Networks Channel Account Manager, You Will

• Generate enthusiasm and passion for Cato Networks’ SASE Solutions throughout the Partner Ecosystem
• Identify, qualify, recruit, and train new Value-Added Resellers (VAR’s) and Managed Service Providers (MSPs) on the Cato Networks Solution.
• Proactively engage with Existing GSI  to further increase market share and drive incremental revenue through up-selling, cross-selling and account penetration as well as promoting and launching new products.
• Create, maintain, and execute Partner-focused go-to-market plans
• Develop territory plan, including documenting recruiting strategy
• Meet with Partners, participate in joint sales calls to customers and assist the Partner in closing opportunities
• Assist Partners in broadening their product expertise and sales opportunities, Drive exceptional Y/Y partner revenue growth
• Develop creative lead generation and sales incentive programs to increase sales
• Deliver sales and technical trainings for partners
• Facilitate communications and deal flow between partner and Cato sales reps
• Develop collateral, sales tools, lead-sharing campaigns and marketing programs.
• Design and project manage partner service creation initiatives

Requirements

This role requires strong communication and collaboration skills combined with a sense of urgency to drive new partner acquisition and partner-led revenue generation with key partners. The strongest candidates will have prior channel development experience and existing relationships with influential contacts at relevant channel partners (MSPs and VARs) across the assigned region. The strongest candidates will have experience working in a fast-paced start-up environment. 

Additionally, qualified candidates will be able to show:

• 5+ years of related experience in the Channel with Channel Partners including VAR and MSP
• Proven success of building strong relationships and partnerships with VARs and MSPs
• Advanced understanding of the channel ecosystem, especially Managed Service Providers, as well as a firm understanding of SD-WAN, Security, and SASE solutions.
• Executive level oral/ written communication and presentation skills
• Up to 50% travel within region
• Self-motivated, superb organizational skills, and exceptional collaboration skills

Cato Networks is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome and encourage diversity in the workplace regardless of race, gender, religion, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status.