Vasion is seeking a Partner Account Director who embodies our core values and is eager to join our dynamic team. We are dedicated to enabling digital transformation for everyone by providing an affordable, integrated SaaS solution that simplifies business operations. Vasion offers a flexible working environment for our 400+ employees around the globe, including at our headquarters in St. George, Utah, and offices in the UK, Germany, and Lehi, Utah.
Note: This position will be located in the UK.
Role Overview
At Vasion, we’re transforming how organizations digitize, automate, and secure their workflows. The Partner Account Director plays a critical role in amplifying Vasion’s growth through our Partner ecosystem. This senior-level Partner sales leader drives new/add/upsell partner ARR by defining and executing partner strategies, building and strengthening executive relationships, equipping partners to position Vasion’s SaaS solutions effectively and serving as the day-to-day business lead for Strategic Partner Accounts. This role blends strategic planning, business development and channel sales execution to accelerate Vasion’s growth and deliver ARR through both partner-sourced and partner-fulfilled revenue.
Responsibilities
Partner Strategy, Development and Growth
* Define and execute comprehensive partnering strategies and joint business plans that align with Vasion’s sales goals, maximize partner potential and deliver measurable business results
* Assess and negotiate the most effective way to collaborate with each partner, adapting to their unique business model and operating style to drive Vasion’s growth
* Collaborate with the Vasion field sales team to develop coordinated go-to-market and pipeline strategies that drive new/add/upsell partner ARR and customer acquisition
* Conduct regular partner visits, sales and account planning sessions to deepen relationships and identify new/add/upsell ARR opportunities
Sales Execution and Pipeline Development
* Lead joint business planning sessions, demos, QBRs and executive reviews, driving co-selling initiatives that accelerate ARR growth and deliver accountability through documented action plans and timely follow-ups
* Implement scalable partner engagement strategies to improve pipeline conversion and increase average deal size
* Generate, manage and close partner-sourced and fulfilled opportunities through proactive and consistent partner outbounding strategies
* Regularly analyze partner pipeline performance and deal outcomes to identify trends, adjust priorities and maximize growth potential
Revenue Forecasting and Administration
* Own quarterly and annual partner ARR targets, ensuring disciplined forecasting, funnel management and accurate performance reporting
* Participate in weekly internal alignment meetings to represent partner performance and pipeline activity (POD)
* Ensure regular external cadence with Partner to manage pipeline, progress on key sales, marketing and enablement initiatives agreed in joint business plans
* Work closely with Partner Marketing to manage MDF allocations and co-marketing initiatives to achieve measurable ROI
Enablement, Training and Partner Success
* Drive adoption of partner enablement programs including sales and technical training, certifications, onboarding, incentives, promotions and MDF programs
* Lead educational sales sessions that equip partners to position and sell Vasion’s SaaS portfolio effectively using key differentiators and sales tools
* Proactively address partner execution challenges and elevate success through readiness measurement and certification tracking
Cross-Functional Leadership
* Represent the voice of the partner team in cross-functional strategy sessions, ensuring partner perspectives inform business decisions
* Collaborate across sales, marketing, services and product teams to integrate partner strategies into broader company growth initiatives
Professional and Personal Development
* Possess an appropriate level of product knowledge to credibly present and position Vasion to partners
* Stay current on industry trends, competitive dynamics and modern channel best practices
* Pursue continuous learning in sales methodology, product knowledge, leadership and personal growth to enhance performance and influence
* Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Sales or related field; MBA a plus
* 7+ years of partner management or channel sales experience within SaaS or print technology industries–specifically Digital Print Workflow or Process Automation
* Strong business acumen paired with strategic thinking and empathy for partner needs to develop, operationalize and execute go-to-market and growth plans
* Proven success driving partner-sourced and fulfilled ARR through joint business planning, co-selling and execution with VAR, MSP, OEM and ISV partners
* Highly responsive with a proactive, “extreme ownership” mindset, adept at anticipating and addressing issues and opportunities in partner engagements
* Natural connector who builds trust, credibility and alignment both internally and externally across complex, matrixed organizations and the ability to influence at all levels
* Demonstrated ability to translate account strategy into measurable outcomes by leading QBRs, joint account planning, program execution, and scalable enablement initiatives
* Proficient in CRM management, pipeline analysis and data-driven forecasting and reporting
* Committed to continuous professional development and staying current on industry trends, emerging technologies and best practices in channel strategy
* Flexible work environment
* Vacation Bonus
* Tenure Recognition Program
* Paid parental leave
* Competitive pay
* Training/Advancement opportunities
* Pension scheme
* Financial wellness education
* Mental Health Wellness: Full access to a dedicated platform for 1-on-1 coaching, therapy, and well-being resources, completely covered for all employees & their dependents
* Action Owners, with principles drawn from Extreme Ownership by Jocko Willink and Leif Babin
* Candor Seekers, illustrated in Radical Candor by Kim Scott
* People Builders, as detailed in Leadership and Self-deception by The Arbinger Institute
* Storytellers, guided by principles from Building a StoryBrand: Clarify Your Message So Customers Will Listen by Donald Miller
More about Vasion
Visit https://www.vasion.com to learn more about Vasion.
Additional Information
Vasion is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, age, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation and other legally protected characteristics.
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