Partner Account Manager, Inside Sales

Pure Storage, Inc.; Staines-upon-Thames; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company in the United Kingdom is seeking an Inside Partner Account Manager to join its Channels team. This role focuses on managing relationships with channel partners, driving revenue, and executing sales initiatives. The ideal candidate should have strong sales acumen and excellent communication skills, with familiarity in CRM systems like Salesforce. This position is based in Staines-upon-Thames, offering the chance to contribute significantly to a dynamic company committed to innovation and growth.

Benefits

Flexible time off

Wellness resources

Company-sponsored team events

Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to build rapport and effectively communicate.
• Familiarity with the channel partner landscape.
• Proven ability to identify, negotiate, and close business opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain relationships with channel partners.
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities.
• Provide sales support and resolve partner inquiries.
• Process Purchase Orders accurately.

Skills

Sales acumen

Relationship building

Communication skills

CRM proficiency

Tools

Salesforce

Job description

We’re in an unbelievably exciting area of tech and are fundamentally reshaping the data storage industry. Here, you lead with innovative thinking, grow along with us, and join the smartest team in the industry.

This type of work—work that changes the world—is what the tech industry was founded on. So, if you're ready to seize the endless opportunities and leave your mark, come join us.

Why Pure

At Pure, we are redefining how organisations interact with and leverage their data to drive innovation. Our channel partners are essential to realizing our Enterprise Data Cloud vision, extending our reach, and delivering our industry‑leading storage solutions to customers worldwide.

As an Inside Partner Account Manager (iPAM), you will be a pivotal force in our Channels team. This role is about owning the relationship, support, and sales enablement for a portfolio of new and assigned channel partners. You will directly contribute to Pure's revenue growth by ensuring our partners are equipped, engaged, and successful in selling and deploying Pure solutions.

You will join a culture that values collaboration, challenging the status quo, and continuous learning. This is an opportunity to grow your career by becoming a trusted advisor and revenue driver within one of the fastest‑growing technology companies in the industry.

The Role

The Inside Partner Account Manager is a crucial, high‑impact role within Pure Storage’s Go‑To‑Market Channels organization. This position is responsible for driving revenue and partner satisfaction by serving as the primary inside contact for our channel ecosystem. They focus on executing joint sales and marketing initiatives, ensuring seamless support, and maintaining strong, proactive relationships to accelerate mutual business growth.

What You'll Do

• Partner Relationship Ownership: Build, nurture, and maintain strong, trusted relationships with a portfolio of new and existing channel partners, serving as their key point of contact.
• Revenue Generation & Campaign Execution: Identify and pursue new business opportunities in collaboration with partners, driving sales growth. Execute joint partner campaigns, coordinate call blitzes, and assist with pre‑ and post‑event partner activities.
• Sales Enablement & Support: Provide timely and effective sales support, guidance, product literature, and evaluation software to empower partners. Facilitate the resolution of partner inquiries and issues promptly.
• Order Management Discipline: Accurately process Purchase Orders (POs) for new business and renewal transactions flowing through our reseller partners.
• Performance Insight & Communication: Track, analyze, and report on key partner performance metrics. Develop and present sales or process‑related content in department meetings as required, ensuring effective communication with internal and external stakeholders.
• Internal Collaboration: Work closely with cross‑functional teams (Field Sales, Marketing, Product, and Partner Managers) to ensure alignment and comprehensive support for partner‑driven opportunities.
• We are primarily an in‑office environment and therefore, you will be expected to work from the Staines office in compliance with Pure’s policies, unless you are on PTO, or work travel, or other approved leave.

What You Bring

• Foundational Sales & Relationship Acumen: Demonstrated ability to build rapport, effectively communicate complex information, and establish and maintain strong professional business relationships.
• Channel Ecosystem Awareness: Familiarity with the channel partner landscape, business principles, and industry trends is highly desired.
• Results‑Oriented Drive: A proven ability to identify, negotiate, and close business opportunities, coupled with a proactive, challenger mindset to solve problems promptly and effectively.
• Digital & Process Proficiency: Proficiency with CRM systems (e.g., Salesforce) and other relevant sales technology. The ability to manage time effectively and maintain strong organizational discipline in a high‑activity environment.
• Communication & Influence: Strong verbal and written communication skills suitable for regular engagement with partners and internal teams.

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What You Can Expect From Us:

• Pure Innovation: We celebrate those who think critically, like a challenge and aspire to be trailblazers.
• Pure Growth: We give you the space and support to grow along with us and to contribute to something meaningful. We have been Named Fortune’s Best Large Workplaces in the Bay Area™, Fortune’s Best Workplaces for Millennials™ and certified as a Great Place to Work®!
• Pure Team: We build each other up and set aside ego for the greater good.

And because we understand the value of bringing your full and best self to work, we offer a variety of perks to manage a healthy balance, including flexible time off, wellness resources and company‑sponsored team events. Check out purebenefits.com for more information.

Accommodations and Accessibility

Candidates with disabilities may request accommodations for all aspects of our hiring process. For more on this, contact us at TA‑[e-mail] if you’re invited to an interview.

Our Commitment to a Strong and Inclusive Team

Pure is proud to be an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or any other characteristic legally protected by the laws of the jurisdiction in which you are being considered for hire.

JOIN US AND BRING YOUR BEST.

BRING YOUR BOLD.

BRING YOUR FLASH.