Sr Account Executive, Channel Partner

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Summary:

In this role, you will manage strategic channel partner relationships to drive growth, increase contract penetration, and strengthen member engagement. Develop and execute account plans, deliver data-driven business reviews, coordinate cross-functional resources, and support joint sales initiatives. The ideal candidate is highly organized, relationship-focused, and capable of managing multiple priorities while effectively influencing stakeholders at all levels to achieve measurable business results.

Responsibilities:

• Serve as the primary relationship manager for strategic channel partners, building trusted relationships across field, management, and executive levels.
• Develop and execute annual account plans that drive growth, increase contract utilization, and identify long-term strategic opportunities.
• Partner with sales and field teams to create member-specific growth strategies, provide contract education, and support business development initiatives.
• Manage multiple partner initiatives simultaneously, ensuring strong project management, accountability, and timely execution.
• Analyze purchasing patterns, contract utilization, and compliance trends to identify opportunities for increased contract penetration and reduced off-contract spend.
• Conduct business reviews, executive presentations, and strategic planning sessions that deliver actionable, data-driven recommendations.
• Collaborate with internal business units and category teams to align solutions with partner goals and customer needs.
• Educate partners on new and existing contracts, programs, services, and value-added offerings to enhance member engagement and adoption.
• Maintain accurate pipeline, activity, and opportunity tracking within Salesforce (SFDC) and other internal systems.
• Support joint selling efforts with channel partners while managing growth opportunities and maintaining a healthy sales pipeline.
• Coordinate cross-functional resources to address partner needs and advance strategic initiatives.
• Travel regularly to provide training, support implementation efforts, and strengthen partner relationships.

Qualifications:

• Relevant degree preferred.
• 5 or more years of relevant experience required.
• GPO or healthcare experience preferred.
• Salesforce.com experience prefer.
• Strong interest in sales and/or account management.
• Knowledge of Excel and use of pivot tables.
• Ability to travel regularly and expeditiously throughout the year to meet the client's needs and timetables.

Core Competencies:

• Strategic Account Management
• Channel Partner Development
• Relationship Building & Executive Engagement
• Business Planning & Growth Strategy
• Sales Enablement & Pipeline Management
• Contract Utilization & Compliance Analysis
• Business Reviews & Executive Presentations
• Project & Program Management
• Salesforce (SFDC) Management
• Data Analysis & Insights
• Training & Change Management

Estimated Hiring Range:

This position is also incentive eligible.

Vizient has a comprehensive benefits plan! Please view our benefits here:

http://www.vizientinc.com/about-us/careers

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