Channel Sales Director, Netskope
Southern European Region
€220-408k
OTE
Security cloud platform
Be an early applicant
Security cloud platform
1001+ employees
Be an early applicant
€220-408k
OTE
1001+ employees
Company mission
To redefine cloud, network, and data security, empowering security teams with the right balance of protection and speed they need to secure their organisation's digital transformation journey.
Role
Who you are
- This role requires a visionary leader with a deep understanding of channel ecosystems, the ability to execute regional go-to-market strategies, and a passion for fostering strong partnerships to maximize revenue growth
- Proven track record in managing large resellers, distributors, GSIs, and MSSPs, driving business through channel partnerships
- Experience in senior leadership roles within major technology organizations
- Strong sales negotiation skills with the ability to articulate product value to partners
- Proficient in professional sales techniques and forecasting
- Exceptional communicator and presenter with the ability to build trust and credibility with partners and customers
- Strong influencing and stakeholder management skills across multiple levels
- Strategic thinker with strong financial and business acumen
- Ability to balance technical and commercial considerations to drive customer satisfaction
- Results-oriented with a strong sense of urgency and accountability
- Ability to thrive in a matrixed organization and collaborate across functional and cultural boundaries, including the diverse markets of France, Spain, Portugal, Italy, and Israel
- Open-minded, adaptable, and committed to teamwork
- Demonstrates high professional standards, reliability, and integrity
- Committed to excellence and quality in all aspects of work
- Self-motivated and adaptable, capable of working independently while maintaining strategic alignment
- Extensive experience managing large partner networks and global partnerships — including distributors and MSSPs — within a leading technology company
- Strong strategic planning and execution skills, particularly in go-to-market strategies with regional and global partners
- Exceptional stakeholder management capabilities, with the ability to drive results through virtual teams
- Demonstrated experience engaging and influencing C-level partner executives, with the credibility and gravitas to shape joint strategy at the highest level
- Proven success in quota achievement and executive-level sales engagements
- Experience in both direct sales and partner sales models, including distribution and managed services (MSSP) motions
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including presentation capabilities
- Strong ability to work in a collaborative, matrixed environment
- Solid business and commercial acumen with a keen eye for detail
- Fluency in French and English required; additional regional languages (Spanish, Italian, Hebrew) a plus given the geographic scope
- Self-starter with high energy and initiative
- Goal-driven and results-oriented
- Strong executive presence with the ability to influence and operate confidently at C-level with both internal senior stakeholders and partner executives
- Effective in managing internal resources and cross-functional teams
- Committed to continuous learning and professional development
- Excellent time management and organizational skills
- Bachelor's degree required; professional training in sales or account management preferred
What the job involves
- We are seeking a dynamic and strategic Channel Sales Director to lead a growing high-performing team and drive growth with key Global System Integrators (GSIs), Value-Added Resellers (VARs), Managed Security Service Providers (MSSPs), distributors, and security-focused partners across the Southern European region (SEUR)
- Lead and mentor a team of channel account managers based across France, Spain, Portugal, Italy, and Israel, driving business development efforts across SEUR
- Coach and train the team to excel in new business acquisition, competitive displacement, managed services, and resale of Netskope products and services
- Develop and execute a comprehensive business plan for key partners — including distributors, VARs, GSIs, and MSSPs — with a particular focus on personally owning and leading the distribution strategy in a two-tier GTM environment
- Cultivate long-term, strategic relationships to ensure sustainable business growth and success
- Manage and develop a team of channel account managers based in France, Spain, Portugal, Italy, and Israel, holding them accountable for success with partners of all types — resellers, distributors, GSIs, and MSSPs — across the region
- Lead a virtual cross-functional team — including channel marketing, business line specialists (GSI, MSP/MSSP, SDR), and, where relevant, partner success — ensuring structured engagement and strategic alignment with the Regional VP (RVP)
- Influence and collaborate with local country sales managers, regional sales leaders, and global channel teams to drive alignment with the Netskope Partner Program
- Drive business expansion with enterprise and major customers, increasing pipeline generation and closure rates across the region
- Identify, recruit, and enable the right channel partners — including GSIs, MSSPs, and distributors — to penetrate large enterprise clients and address their cybersecurity needs
- Grow the MSSP/MSP motion across SEUR, expanding managed services revenue alongside traditional resale
- Develop and execute SEUR-specific business plans aligned with global strategies, securing partner commitment for revenue targets, market focus, and capability development across VARs, GSIs, MSSPs, and distributors
- Work cross-functionally with sales, marketing, presales, and services teams to implement structured marketing and enablement initiatives
- Ensure consistency with global go-to-market strategies and execution through a matrixed team
- Own the distribution strategy in a two-tier GTM model, managing distributor relationships to maximize reach and partner recruitment
- Lead quarterly business reviews and strategic meetings with partners — including distributors and MSSPs — to assess performance and drive results
- Establish and maintain a strong cadence of collaboration between Netskope and distribution leadership at both the SEUR and regional levels
- Develop and deploy enablement programs to enhance partner teams' technical and sales expertise, including MSSP-specific enablement
- Build and nurture executive-level relationships within the SEUR partner community — VARs, GSIs, MSSPs, and distributors — to enhance brand awareness and partner engagement
- Operate confidently at C-level with partner executives — CEOs, CROs, and CTOs of VARs, distributors, GSIs, and MSSPs — building the kind of trust that turns transactional relationships into strategic ones
- Drive strategic engagement with partner executives to strengthen collaboration
- Communicate success stories and key business priorities across SEUR and regional teams
- Own regional partner forecasting and provide key business updates to stakeholders
- Share best practices across regions and business units to enhance efficiency and performance
- Support local channel sales teams in customer engagements, identifying competitive opportunities, and driving successful pursuits
Our take
As more and more businesses switch to the cloud, there is a growing concern over data breaches and outages, and companies need to invest more in stabilising their security tools. Netskope is a leader in cloud security, helping the world’s largest organisations take full advantage of the cloud and web without sacrificing their resilience to attacks.
The company's patented Cloud XD technology eliminates security blind spots, with the capability to quickly target and control activities across thousands of cloud services and millions of websites. With full control from one cloud, users benefit from 360-degree data protection that guards data everywhere, with advanced threat protection that stops more elusive attacks.
In 2025, Netskope went public and generated more than $900 million in share sales. Thanks to its IPO-sparked rise in market visibility, the company has expanded its customer list as an increasing number of organisations seek to bring their security and infrastructure into the digital age. Netskope, then, has become a driving force and voice for improved cloud security.
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Company Specialist at Welcome to the Jungle
Insights
12% employee growth in 12 months
Company
Funding (last 2 of 9 rounds)
Jan 2023
$401m
CONVERTIBLE
Jul 2021
$300m
SERIES H
Total funding: $1.4bn
Company benefits
- Family Medical Leave
- Flexible Work Schedule
- Remote Work Program
- Dental Benefits
- Disability Insurance
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Health Insurance Benefits
- Life Insurance
- Vision Benefits
- Commuter Benefits
- Company Outings
- Stocked Kitchen
- 401(K)
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- Paid Holidays
- Paid Sick Days
Company HQ
Santa Clara, CA
Leadership
Sanjay Beri
(Founder & CEO)Previously worked for 8 years at Juniper Networks, holding various positions such as VP and General Manager of Access/Security and Pulse Business Unit, and Executive Sponsor of Juniper Engineering Operations.
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