Partner Sales Manager (Central EMEA)

    Docker

    🇬🇧 England
    SaaS
    Hybrid
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    Work Type

    On-site

    Vertical

    SaaS

    Source

    arbeitnow

    About this role

    About DockerDocker has been one of the most loved brands in developer tooling, trusted by more than 20 million monthly users and over 20 billion container image pulls.

    From solo founders to the world's largest companies, developers rely on Docker to build, share, and run their applications across our suite of products including Docker Desktop, Docker Hub, and Docker Scout.We are a globally distributed, remote-first team building the tools that define how software gets built and delivered.

    As AI agents redefine software development, Docker is at the center of that shift, providing the sandboxed environments, verified images, and secure infrastructure that make autonomous workflows trustworthy by default._______________________________________________________________________We are looking for an experienced Partner Sales Manager to drive continued growth and success for Docker’s channel partners across Central EMEA (DACH & CEE).

    This role is ideal for someone who has operated in a startup or scale-up environment and enjoys building and maturing a high-performing reseller ecosystem.You will be responsible for recruiting, enabling, and scaling solution partners and resellers, while working closely with Docker sales leadership and cross-functional teams to drive partner-sourced and partner-influenced revenue.

    You will own a regio

    ResponsibilitiesPartner Strategy & Channel ExecutionDevelop and execute regional reseller and channel partner plans aligned with Docker’s GTM strategy and revenue goalsRecruit, onboard, and activate new solution partners and regional VARsOwn partner pipeline management, including deal registration, forecasting, key account planning, and execution reviewsMaintain regular partner cadence covering pipeline, performance, enablement needs, and growth opportunitiesCross-Functional CollaborationPartner closely with Docker Sales, Marketing, Product, and Technical Account teams to align partner motions and executionEnsure strong alignment between

    Selling Motion

    Prospecting

    Channel / Partner

    Sell through partners, resellers, or alliances

    Buyer Persona

    C-Suite

    Selling to executive decision-makers

    Territory

    Geographic

    Region-based territory assignment

    Requirements at a Glance

    Bachelor's Degree·Required
    Pipeline Management·Required skill

    Typical Day — Sales Manager

    Team 1:1s & coaching5–8/week
    Pipeline & forecastDaily
    Deal reviews3–5/week

    Estimates based on role type and selling motion — actual may vary by company.

    Role Signals

    Green Flags

    ✓
    Remote Friendly

    Location flexibility

    SaaS — Interview Intel

    Typical Sales Cycle

    30–90 days (SMB) · 3–9 months (Mid-Market) · 6–18 months (Enterprise)

    Common Buyer Objections

    • "We're locked into a contract with [competitor]"
    • "We built something in-house already"
    • "We don't have budget until next quarter"
    • "Our team won't adopt another tool"

    Key Industry Metrics

    ARR / MRRNet Revenue Retention (NRR)CAC Payback PeriodLogo Churn vs Revenue ChurnACV (Avg Contract Value)Magic Number

    Hot Topics to Reference

    • • AI-native product disruption
    • • PLG vs sales-led motion debate
    • • Vertical SaaS consolidation
    • • Usage-based pricing models

    Use these insights to speak the buyer's language in interviews.

    Tags

    Sales
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    How do you coach underperforming reps?

    Template question
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    Describe your forecasting methodology.

    Template question
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    How do you structure onboarding for new hires?

    Template question
    Research Docker's product, recent news, and key competitors
    Prepare metrics: quota attainment %, average deal size, win rate
    Practice a 2-minute product demo pitch for a mock discovery call
    Review the job description and map your experience to each requirement
    Role Insights

    Sales leadership roles require balancing individual contributor revenue with team performance management.

    Expect to work with recurring revenue models where customer retention is as important as acquisition.

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