Global Director Strategic Partnerships driving global partner-led go-to-market model to increase revenue and market share at Wind River. Responsible for P&L management and strategic partner relationships.
Responsibilities
Define the global strategic partnerships and routes‑to‑market strategy, in alignment with the overall company growth agenda and regional sales plans.
Segment and prioritize partner ecosystems (e.g., GSI, RSIs, VARs, MSPs, distributors, OEM/ISV alliances) to maximize global coverage, revenue contribution, and brand presence.
Establish a multi‑year roadmap for partner‑driven revenue, including clear milestones, coverage models, and investment theses by partner type/geography.
Act as the global executive sponsor and escalation point for top‑tier strategic partners (e.g., Capgemini, Fujitsu, CDW‑type partners).
Own a global proxy P&L for all partner‑related routes‑to‑market, incorporating: Sell‑to: Direct sales to partners (distributors, resellers, SIs) and associated margin/rebate structures.
Sell‑through: End‑customer revenue transacted via partners, including attach, upsell, and cross‑sell performance.
Sell‑with: Partner‑influenced pipeline and revenue, including co‑selling and joint pursuits with field sales.
Define and track revenue, margin, and ROI targets for partner programs and joint offerings; adjust investments (MDF, rebates, incentives, co‑funded headcount) based on performance.
Requirements
15+ years in global channel partner sales, or alliances at scale within software, cloud, Linux, telco, or industrial tech.
Proven track record driving channel-led ACV.
Strong operational builder with experience in channel program design and global execution.
Demonstrated success forming and scaling multi-year strategic partnerships.
Comfortable operating in complex, matrixed, global environments.
Strategic, disciplined operator with strong execution muscles.
Collaborative, direct communicator who drives growth.
Data-driven; pushes for predictability, rigor, and measurable ROI.
Builder mentality—able to create relationships and highly effective growth programs from the ground up.
Benefits
Health and life insurance: Wind River provides a company-sponsored life insurance offering x3 base salary cover, from the first day of employment.
Income protection: Wind River offers company-sponsored permanent health insurance from the first day of employment
Healthcare: Company-funded healthcare is available to all employees, including vision care and Dental
Holidays: Employees benefit from 25 days of annual holiday, plus 8 public holidays. You will also receive your birthday off!
Wind Gives Back: All employees are encouraged to take advantage of five paid days each year to volunteer with not-for-profit community organisations or activities in their communities.
Pension: Employees are auto-enrolled in a Group Personal Pension Plan
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