Channel Business Manager- West

Channel Business Manager- West

• Mumbai, India
• Full-time
• Department : Sales / Sales Operations
• Job Country : India

Company Description

Our Mission

At Palo Alto Networks® everything starts and ends with our mission :

Being the cybersecurity partner of choice, protecting our digital way of life.

Our vision is a world where each day is safer and more secure than the one before. We are a company built on the foundation of challenging and disrupting the way things are done, and we're looking for innovators who are as committed to shaping the future of cybersecurity as we are.

Who We Are

We believe collaboration thrives in person. That's why most of our teams work from the office full time, with flexibility when it's needed. This model supports real-time problem-solving, stronger relationships, and the kind of precision that drives great outcomes.

Job Description

Your Career

The Channel Business Manager will work closely with the India & SAARC Palo Alto Networks GTM teams to develop, enable, and manage a defined set of strategic partners to sell and deliver Palo Alto Networks' solutions. The CBM will be responsible for driving strategic influence, building joint solutions, and executing joint go-to-market (GTM) plans in collaboration with cross-functional teams across Palo Alto Networks.

In FY26, Channel Business Managers will own a defined set of partners, ensuring strong alignment with the GTM organization across all key segments — Majors, Enterprise, and Commercial. Success in this role will require proven experience in building and executing joint business plans , driving measurable outcomes in revenue growth, market share, and mindshare among partners, customers, and partner leadership teams.

The position reports to the Head of Channels for the region and will play a pivotal role in accelerating partner-led growth and expanding Palo Alto Networks' reach across the India & SAARC markets.

Your Impact

Qualifications

Your Experience

Additional Information

The Team

The channel organization at Palo Alto Networks is a strategic pillar for our continued growth within cybersecurity, and a critical component to accomplishing our mission. Channel development is an extension of the territory sales team, with the ultimate goal to train and enable our channel partners to become empowered in the use and sales of our products

Our Commitment

We're trailblazers that dream big, take risks, and challenge cybersecurity's status quo. It's simple : we can't accomplish our mission without diverse teams innovating, together.

We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for all qualified individuals with a disability. If you require assistance or accommodation due to a disability or special need, please contact us at [HIDDEN TEXT]

Palo Alto Networks is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity in our workplace, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or other legally protected characteristics.

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

Our Commitment

We're problem solvers that take risks and challenge cybersecurity's status quo. It's simple : we can't accomplish our mission without diverse teams innovating, together.

We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for all qualified individuals with a disability. If you require assistance or accommodation due to a disability or special need, please contact us at [HIDDEN TEXT].

Palo Alto Networks is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity in our workplace, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or other legally protected characteristics.

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

Skills Required

Channel Development, Conflict Resolution, Negotiation, Sales Process