Channel Sales Manager

Coram AI
Sunnyvale +1 more
Hybrid

Who this role is best for

Aimed at mid-level to senior sales professionals with experience in B2B tech and partner ecosystems, who can thrive in an onsite environment and contribute to a fast-moving, mission-driven team.

Best fit for

  • Candidates with experience in SaaS or AI sales and a track record of growing revenue through partners
    — “proven success in building, managing, and selling through partner ecosystems that drive measurable revenue growth”
  • Individuals who have managed channel relationships and driven alignment with go-to-market strategies
    — “build and maintain strong, long-term relationships with partners, serving as the primary liaison between Coram AI and the partner network”
  • Professionals skilled in sales enablement and partner onboarding with a focus on strategic alignment
    — “identify, recruit, and onboard new channel and reseller partners that align with Coram AI’s target markets and strategic objectives”

Things to consider

  • Onsite work is required, which may limit remote flexibility for candidates
    — “Ability to work in an onsite environment”
  • The role demands a balance between strategic thinking and hands-on execution in a dynamic environment
    — “Strategic thinker with the ability to execute in a fast-paced, dynamic environment”

How to stand out

  • Demonstrate skills in cross-functional collaboration, especially with marketing and product teams
    — “Collaborate with marketing, product, and sales teams to develop joint go-to-market initiatives”
  • Showcase your ability to use CRM and partner management tools effectively
    — “Experience using CRM, partner management, and prospecting tools”
Pace · Fast PacedCollaboration · HighAutonomy · MediumDecision Impact · Team

Derived from job-description analysis by Serendipath's career intelligence engine.

What success looks like

  • Developing and managing indirect sales strategy
  • Identifying and recruiting new channel partners
  • Driving revenue growth and market expansion
  • Maintaining accurate pipeline forecasts
Typical background
3+ years of experience in Account Executive, Strategic Account Executive, or Channel/Partner sales role

Skills & requirements

Required

B2B Technology SalesIndirect Go-to-market ModelsPartner IncentivesCRM UsagePartner ManagementProspecting ToolsCommunicationNegotiationRelationship-buildingStrategic ThinkingExecution In Fast-paced Environments

Preferred

AISaas

Stack & domain

Account ExecutiveStrategic Account ExecutiveChannel/partner SalesSaasAIEnterprise SoftwareCRMPartner ManagementProspecting ToolsHubSpotPartnerstack/partnerbaseLinkedin Sales NavigatorCommunicationNegotiationRelationship-buildingStrategic ThinkingResilienceWritten And Verbal CommunicationInfluenceVideo SecurityCloud-native PlatformComputer VisionB2B Technology SalesIndirect Go-to-market ModelsPartner Incentives

About the role

Original posting from Coram AI via Ashby

At Coram AI, we’re reimagining video security for the modern world. Our cloud-native platform uses computer vision and AI to help businesses stay safe, make smarter decisions, and move faster; from real-time alerts to seamless clip sharing and multi-site visibility.

You’ll be joining an ambitious, fast-moving team that values clarity, craftsmanship, and impact. Every person here has a voice, ships meaningful work, and helps shape how AI can make the world safer and more connected.

THE ROLE:

The Channel Sales Manager will be responsible for developing and managing Coram AI’s indirect sales strategy through a network of strategic channel partners, resellers, and system integrators. This role combines strategic relationship building with hands-on sales execution to drive revenue growth and market expansion through partner ecosystems.

You will play a pivotal role in identifying, recruiting, and enabling partners to sell Coram AI’s products and services, ensuring mutual success and alignment with our go-to-market strategy.

Responsibilities:

  • Channel Development: Identify, recruit, and onboard new channel and reseller partners that align with Coram AI’s target markets and strategic objectives
  • Relationship Management: Build and maintain strong, long-term relationships with partners, serving as the primary liaison between Coram AI and the partner network
  • Sales Enablement: Equip partners with the tools, training, and resources needed to effectively position and sell Coram AI’s solutions
  • Revenue Growth: Drive partner-led sales opportunities to meet or exceed revenue targets and channel performance goals
  • Go-to-Market Strategy: Collaborate with marketing, product, and sales teams to develop joint go-to-market initiatives, campaigns, and co-branded materials
  • Forecasting & Reporting: Maintain accurate pipeline forecasts and performance metrics for channel sales; provide regular reports to leadership
  • Market Intelligence: Gather feedback and insights from partners to inform product development, pricing strategies, and competitive positioning
  • Compliance & Governance: Ensure all partner agreements, pricing, and programs comply with Coram AI’s channel policies

Skills and qualifications:

  • 3+ years of experience in an Account Executive, Strategic Account Executive or Channel/Partner sales role, preferably in SaaS, AI, or enterprise software
  • Proven success in building, managing, and selling through partner ecosystems that drive measurable revenue growth
  • Strong understanding of B2B technology sales, indirect go-to-market models, and partner incentives
  • Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills
  • Strategic thinker with the ability to execute in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
  • Experience using CRM, partner management, and prospecting tools (e.g. HubSpot, PartnerStack/Partnerbase, LinkedIn Sales Navigator)
  • Resilient in challenging and fast-paced environments
  • Exceptional written and verbal communication skills in English, with the ability to influence at all levels
  • Ability to work in an onsite environment

What we offer:

  • Competitive compensation package (base salary + variable compensation) with uncapped commission structure
  • 100% Employer-paid medical, dental, vision, and base life insurance
  • Flexible paid time off and 10 paid holidays
  • 401(k) with both Traditional and Roth options
  • Equity in a rapidly growing company
  • Referral bonuses
  • Daily team dinners and regular team off-sites
  • The latest Apple tech and unlimited tools so you can win

We're on a mission to transform a $50B+ legacy industry by bringing the power of cutting-edge multimodal LLMs and computer vision to real-world security and operations. From firearm detection to intelligent access control, our AI-native platform turns every camera and sensor into a smart system that enhances safety, efficiency, and awareness.

Founded by Ashesh Jain (ex-Lyft Level 5, PhD Cornell) and Peter Ondruska (ex-Lyft, PhD Oxford), Coram AI is backed by Ansa Capital, Battery Ventures, Mosaic, 8VC and Up Partners, have raised over $65M, and were named to the CB Insights AI 100 as one of the most promising AI companies in the world. If you're excited to work on mission-critical AI that makes an impact in the real world, we’d love to meet you.

Source: Coram AI careers (Ashby)

Similar roles