Strategic Partner Marketing Manager (EMEA) at Purestorage

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. THE ROLE As the Strategic Partner Marketing Manager, you will serve as the primary marketing interface and strategic bridge for Pure Storage’s most influential global and regional partners across EMEA. In this high-impact overlay role, you are responsible for building a predictable, high-quality Enterprise pipeline engine by aligning Pure’s marketing strategy with the objectives of both the Field Marketing and Channel Sales organizations. Externally, you will act as a dedicated partner advocate—communicating Pure’s programs and playbooks, gathering field requirements to refine corporate assets, and ensuring Pure remains the preferred choice for partners. Internally, you will drive operational excellence and collaborate closely with regional Field Marketing Managers, leading by influence and by co-building integrated marketing plans, managing MDF and POP validation, and streamlining processes to ensure seamless execution and visibility across the region. WHAT YOU'LL DO 1. Strategic Pipeline Generation • Co-develop and support execution of (bi)-annual integrated marketing plans for a focused portfolio of Key Strategic Partners. • Focus exclusively on driving Partner-Sourced Enterprise Pipeline, ensuring every activity is measurable and aligned with regional business targets. • Provide regular reporting on marketing outcomes, ROI, and pipeline health to marketing & channel leadership. • Maintain seamless strategic alignment and open dialogue with the regional Field Marketing teams. 2. Ecosystem Leverage • Orchestrate co-marketing efforts with Distributors and Technology Alliances (e.g., Cisco, NVIDIA, Nutanix, …) to create "better together" stories that strengthen Pure’s market positioning. • Utilize these Alliances to gain entry into net-new Enterprise accounts via well coordinated plans, in alignment with regional Channel Sales and Field Marketing priorities. 3. Field Presence & Relationship Management • Regional Field Synergy: Operates as a strategic overlay to regional Field Marketing Managers, leveraging their market expertise, collaborating as one team, ensuring all joint initiatives are seamlessly executed and deliver measurable business outcomes. • Be the "Voice of the Partner": Act as a critical feedback loop between Field Marketing, Partners and Global Marketing, ensuring that localized market requirements and partner needs are reflected in global campaign development. • Channel Sales Integration: Foster deep-rooted relationships with the Channel Sales organization to ensure marketing initiatives are "sales-ready" and directly contribute to partner seller motivation and preference. • On-the-Ground Advocacy: Represent Pure Storage at key partner events, summits, and planning sessions, serving as a brand evangelist and subject matter expert on Pure’s marketing programs, campaigns and playbooks. 4. Governance & Insights • MDF & KPI Support: Ensure the health of regional budgets and program impact through rigorous, collaborative tracking of MDF and KPIs in lockstep with Field Marketing requirements. • Strategic Guidance: Serve as a data-driven consultant for internal stakeholders, providing the insights necessary to optimize Field Marketing strategies and ensure global programs translate into local success. WHAT YOU BRING • Experience: 6+ years in B2B Channel or Partner Marketing, specifically within the High-Tech/SaaS/Infrastructure sector. • Expert at leading by influence; able to gain buy-in from regional Field Marketing teams and partner stakeholders without direct reporting authority to ensure seamless program adoption and execution. • Demonstrates exceptional collaborative agility, with a proven track record of coordinating across diverse teams to ensure unified execution and shared success. • Geographic Fluency: Proven track record of managing marketing budgets and partner relations across EMEA. • Language Skills: Fluency in English is required. Professional proficiency in a secondary language (German, French, Italian, Spanish) is highly preferred. • High Mobility: Willingness to travel up to 25% • MDF Governance: Expert-level knowledge of MDF management, ensuring compliance and maximizing ROI. • MarTech Stack: Proficiency with Salesforce and PRM platforms. Experience with Tableau or similar BI tools for pipeline reporting is a major plus. • Negotiation: Strong ability to influence partner executives and gain "unfair share" of their mindshare and marketing budget. • Strategic Acumen: Ability to translate vision & strategy into business outcomes for annual marketing plans and executive summaries. #LI-REMOTE 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 [Upgrade to PRO to see contact] if you’re invited to an interview. OUR COMMITMENT TO A STRONG AND INCLUSIVE TEAM: We’re forging a future where everyone finds their rightful place and where every voice matters. Where uniqueness isn’t just accepted but embraced. That’s why we are committed to fostering the growth and development of every person, cultivating a sense of community through our Employee Resource Groups and advocating for inclusive leadership. 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.