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Company Description

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Arista Networks is an industry leader in data-driven, client-to-cloud networking for large data center, campus and routing environments. What sets us apart is our relentless pursuit of innovation. We leverage the latest advancements in cloud computing, artificial intelligence, and software-defined networking to provide our clients with a competitive edge in an increasingly interconnected world. Our solutions are designed to not only meet the current demands of the digital landscape but to also anticipate and adapt to future challenges.

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At Arista we value the diversity of thought and perspectives that each employee brings to the table. We believe that fostering an inclusive environment, where individuals from various backgrounds and experiences feel welcome, is essential for driving creativity and innovation.

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Our commitment to excellence has earned us several prestigious awards, such as Best Engineering Team, Best Company for Diversity, Compensation, and Work-Life Balance. At Arista, we take pride in our track record of success and strive to maintain the highest standards of quality and performance in everything we do.

• Develop and leverage executive partner relationships and continuously increase Arista mindshare across the organization
• Generate enthusiasm/drive among partner sales and engineering teams to sell Arista products and services
• Systematic cadence with ELITE, and ELITEPLUS partners to sharpen prospecting skills related to use cases where Arista excels
• Management/Oversight of Arista partners in region with whom you will conduct on-going business planning
• Active participation and contributing to the sales process with partners
• Business plans will be completed for each focus partner, reviewed/updated quarterly with KPIs
• Acute accountability for jointly-developed goals
• Bi-weekly review of partner-initiated opportunities
• Manage and enforce program level compliance with up-leveled partners
• Build, administer, manage and/or deliver accreditation training for partner sales and technical staff
• Develop and drive incentive programs (SPIFs) to scale pipeline build and accelerate closing business
• Oversight of MDF including funding allocation, resourcing and logistics to drive success in all partner-related demand generation activities
• Engage with key partners to develop proficiencies in delivering services around Arista solution set
• Ensure that partner portal is equipped with the right assets to ensure partners are effective in communicating ARISTA’s value proposition
• Recruit/Enlist/Enable new partners

Required Qualifications

• BS/CS/BA Degree or equivalent in addition to previous background in sales or business development
• 3+ years of dynamic channel management experience within the network industry
• Excellent interpersonal and facilitation skills
• Desire to be part of and contribute to building a world-class channel program
• Tenacious and assertive 'hunter' mentality…just get it done!
• Ability to pivot between having a business value conversation with sales executives and a technical discussion with SEs and SAs
• Strong business acumen
• Must be available for impromptu partner meetings across region…open to 50%+ travel (local and regional)

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Preferred Qualifications

• Sales experience a plus

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

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Arista Networks is an equal opportunity employer. Arista makes all hiring and employment-related decisions in a non-discriminatory manner without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin or any other factor determined to be unlawful under applicable federal, state, or law law. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Company Description

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Arista Networks is an industry leader in data-driven, client-to-cloud networking for large data center, campus and routing environments. What sets us apart is our relentless pursuit of innovation. We leverage the latest advancements in cloud computing, artificial intelligence, and software-defined networking to provide our clients with a competitive edge in an increasingly interconnected world. Our solutions are designed to not only meet the current demands of the digital landscape but to also anticipate and adapt to future challenges.

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At Arista we value the diversity of thought and perspectives that each employee brings to the table. We believe that fostering an inclusive environment, where individuals from various backgrounds and experiences feel welcome, is essential for driving creativity and innovation.

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Our commitment to excellence has earned us several prestigious awards, such as Best Engineering Team, Best Company for Diversity, Compensation, and Work-Life Balance. At Arista, we take pride in our track record of success and strive to maintain the highest standards of quality and performance in everything we do.

• Exceed measurable sales objectives and extend the Arista brand within a named list of Healthcare accounts in addition to developing new logo accounts.
• You will be responsible for utilizing a consultative selling approach with key client stakeholders to address the business needs of hybrid cloud computing and siloed legacy IT systems across the Arista product portfolio including, software-driven Cloud Networking solutions, CloudEOS (OpenSource Network OS), Cognitive Campus Networking, Wifi networking, and CloudVision (Network Automation & Telemetry) and Monitoring Fabric solutions (Big Switch).
• Meet with key influencers, decision-makers, and C-levels to present Arista’s value proposition.
• Work with Arista systems engineers to design and position compelling solutions that drive down the total cost of ownership.
• Collaborate with technology partners to identify prospects and demonstrate best-in-class solutions.
• Establish and manage key channel relationships in your territory.
• Formulate strategic and tactical account plans based on periodic business reviews with your prospects and customers.
• Conduct demand generation activities such as happy hours, lunch-n-learns and technology forums.
• Collaborate with Arista peers on marketing plans and best practices.
• Keep up-to-date with technology partner solutions, competing solutions and competitor strategies.

Required Qualifications

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• BS/BA degree or equivalent in addition to 5+ years of technology sales experience.
• Proven track record of direct selling into targeted Healthcare accounts within the assigned territory and exceeding sales targets.
• Relevant data center or networking (LAN/WAN, SDN) industry background from a technology partner, competitor, channel partner or end user is a requirement.

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Preferred Qualifications

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• Strong rolodex and relationships within the territory.
• Excellent people skills and ability to build relationships at all levels.
• Previous selling experience and technical acumen in one or more of the following areas; Networking, SDN, NFV, Switching, Network Automation, Routing, Data Center, Edge Computing, Network Virtualization, Hyper-converged infrastructure or Cloud computing.

Arista Networks is an equal opportunity employer. Arista makes all hiring and employment-related decisions in a non-discriminatory manner without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin or any other factor determined to be unlawful under applicable federal, state, or law law. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Company Overview:

Trend Micro, a global cybersecurity leader, helps make the world safe for exchanging digital information. Fueled by decades of security expertise, world-leading global threat research and intelligence, and continuous innovation, our cybersecurity platform protects hundreds of thousands of organizations and millions of individuals across clouds, networks, devices, and endpoints.

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With 7,000 employees across 65 countries, and the world’s most advanced global threat research and intelligence, Trend Micro enables organizations to simplify and secure their connected world. TrendMicro.com

Location: Candidate must be located in the Minneapolis / St. Paul metro area.

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Position Summary:

In this remote role, you will be responsible for generating and closing new business opportunities (Whitespace) within your existing customer accounts within the Minneapolis metro area. You are a "farmer and relationship seller to C level audiences/ key stakeholders in InfoSec/SOC/Cloud and have done hunting for Net New logo prior" with a background in Enterprise Security sales and have a results-oriented mindset with a passion for over-achieving sales targets while exceeding customer expectations. You will be playing a key role by influencing your customer to buy Trend Micro portfolio in this highly competitive security sale. To be successful in this position you will fully understand all aspects of complex selling in an enterprise technology market.

• Proven record of closing large enterprise security/ enterprise cloud /enterprise SOC/ SaaS transactions.
• Develop and maintain detailed knowledge of Trend Micro products, services and processes.
• Create and maintain monthly product forecast as well as develop, manage and report on a sales report pipeline within the territory.
• Provide accurate weekly revenue forecasts Follow sound sales processes and steps including creating and implementing a strategic territory plan and driving and overachieving aggressive revenue targets.
• Use and help in the development of new sales tools & presentation Report back changing market conditions to Management Present special programs to Regional Accounts Develop and maintain senior level relationships within Regional Accounts.
• Schedule and lead Sales and Technical training Regional Account customers.
• Adhere to CRM, business systems and activity standards.
• Travel within your assigned territory as necessary.
• Work closely with channel reps in account mapping activities, participate in sales calls and host customer events on a monthly basis.
• Develop sales Account plan and execute for current Channel and End Customers including working with Channel Partners / Cloud Alliances to identify and develop new business opportunities in your Install base.

Required Qualifications:

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• Proven record of closing large enterprise security transactions ($100k-1M+).
• 3+ years' experience of security sales or Enterprise Software Sales.
• Experience selling to CSO and Director of Security level contacts within an enterprise.
• Strong negotiation and closing skills including a demonstrated ability to manage a complex sales cycle to closure.
• Strong sales process and lead generation skills.

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Preferred Qualifications:

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• Proven record of growing existing logos into an organization.
• Successful experience working with channels.
• History of extensive and consistent cold calling skills to develop pipeline.
• To be successful in this role, you will need to:
• Have strong qualification skills and can motivate prospects.
• Be able to develop new pipeline opportunities.

DEI Commitment:

Not meeting every single requirement? At Trend Micro, we're committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and genuine workplace. If you're enthusiastic about this position but find that your experience and background don't perfectly match every qualification listed in the job posting, we still encourage you to apply. You could very well be the ideal candidate for this position or others within our organization.

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What We Offer You:

You're important to us. What matters to you, matters to us too. Trend Micro provides benefit options for you and your family.

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• Comprehensive medical, dental and vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Short & Long Term Disability
• Pre-partum, maternity, parental and medical leave
• Mental Health Wellness Program
• Adoption Assistance
• Wellness Incentive
• Pet Insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid Time Off
• 14 Annual Holidays
• Tuition Assistance
• Employee Resource Groups

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We offer competitive compensation with bonus opportunity tied to company performance, along with room to enhance your skills through ongoing learning and broad technological opportunities. Achieving work-life balance is a priority, complemented by team activities, fostering an environment rooted in equity, inclusion, and collaboration, that is reflected in both our culture and our work.

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This position does not offer sponsorship for work permit applications or renewals, either now or in the future. Candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employment-based visa sponsorship, both currently and moving forward. The company will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work visa status for this role (including, but not limited to, H-1B, L-1, TN, O-1, E-3, H-1B1, F-1, J-1, OPT, CPT, or any other employment-based visa).

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Be Passionate. Be Innovative. Be a Trender.

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At Trend Micro, we embrace change, empower people, and encourage innovation in a connected world. Our diversity and multicultural workforce are key contributing factors to our success across the globe. Trend Micro provides equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees. Trend Micro does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy and childbirth or related medical conditions, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, family care leave status, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, or gender identity.