Channel Program Manager

Job Details:
Job Description:
The Channel Program Manager will own the day-to-day program management and continuous improvement of Altera’s Partner Direct Program (PDP) and other channel programs. The role serves as the central point of coordination for channel programs across channel partners, Sales Operations, Global Channel, Finance, Supply Chain and other stakeholders.
The Channel Program Manager will own the day-to-day program management and continuous improvement of Altera’s Partner Direct Program (PDP) and other channel programs. The role serves as the central point of coordination for channel programs across channel partners, Sales Operations, Global Channel, Finance, Supply Chain and other stakeholders.
What you will do
Program Ownership and Governance
Own all aspects of the PDP program: operating model, calendar, cadence, documentation, workflows/responsibilities and governance
Develop effective working relationships with distributors and internal channel stakeholders
Effectively communicate with internal and external stakeholders on changes/updates to the program
Coordinate all aspects of the program: quotes, order and backlog management, fulfillment, escalations, invoicing/collections with key stakeholders
Identify metrics to measure success and reporting to key stakeholders
Drive continuous program improvement through data driven decision making
Support additional channel programs as needed
The pay range below is for Bay Area California only. Actual salary may vary based on a number of factors including job location, job-related knowledge, skills, experiences, trainings, etc. We also offer incentive opportunities that reward employees based on individual and company performance.
$149.1K - $193.0K USD
We use artificial intelligence to screen, assess, or select applicants for the position. Applicants must be eligible for any required U.S. export authorizations.
Qualifications:
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Supply Chain, Operations, Project Management or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
5+ years of experience in program management, channel operations, sales operations, customer operations, supply chain or related discipline.
Demonstrated experience managing cross-functional programs with multiple stakeholders and competing priorities.
Experience working with distributors and understanding their business model
Strong project-management skills
Experience with data analytics and data driven decision making
Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to communicate clearly with both senior leaders and operational teams.
High attention to detail and a demonstrated ability to manage sensitive customer, pricing and commercial information.
Preferred Qualifications
Familiarity with distributor agreements, pricing controls, customer/account hierarchies, quote-to-order processes or exception governance.
Experience with ERP, CRM, business-intelligence and workflow tools; familiarity with SAP, Salesforce, Oracle, Power BI or equivalent platforms is a plus.
Experience in the semiconductor, technology or business-to-business distribution industry.
Core competencies
Cross-functional leadership without direct authority
Channel and partner relationship management
Structured problem solving and sound judgment
Operational rigor and attention to detail
Executive-ready communication
Data-driven decision making
Change management and continuous improvement
Ownership, accountability and follow-through
Job Type: Regular
Shift:Shift 1 (United States of America)
Primary Location:San Jose, California, United States
Additional Locations:
Posting Statement:All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, religious creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, gender, gender expression, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by local law, regulation, or ordinance.