Partner Sales Director – METAC Region

About the role

The METAC Partner Sales Director will lead Cisco's channel strategy across the Middle East, Africa, Turkey, and CIS. You will shape growth plans, strengthen the partner ecosystem, and drive revenue through disciplined execution and collaboration.

Key responsibilities

• Translate Cisco priorities into regional growth plans and measurable business outcomes.
• Develop and deepen strategic relationships with partners across the METAC region.
• Drive revenue, program management, and governance through performance management and operating cadence.
• Influence and align internal teams and partners across sales, finance, operations, product, and executive stakeholders.
• Provide leadership and consultation to partners, ensuring they can sell the full Cisco portfolio.

Required profile

• Proven success developing and executing channel sales strategies in the METAC region.
• Strong financial and analytical capabilities, including forecasting and pipeline analysis.
• Experience working in a complex matrix organization and influencing without direct authority.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and influencing skills with senior executives and partners.
• Background that spans both business strategy and technology sales.

Required skills

• CRM Tools