Job Description

• 7+ years of field sales experience combined with partner engagement experience with a software, cloud, or technology vendor, working directly with Customers, Partners and Sales teams to create business and technology outcomes for Customers
• 7+ years of demonstrated experience working and communicating with multiple stakeholders and cross-functional teams, including Sales, solutions architects, Partner and direct marketing, business development, and other functional teams
• Deep technical experience in digital sovereignty requirements in the UAE, accompanied with experience working directly with Public sector and regulated industries.
• Fluency in both Arabic and English, with the ability to effectively communicate and negotiate in both languages


Would you like to be part of a team that is redefining the IT industry?



Amazon Web Services (AWS) is spearheading the next paradigm shift in computing and is looking for world class candidates to help drive opportunities with Customers and top Partners (consulting and technology partners) for Sovereign Cloud.



As a Business Development Manager within Amazon Web Services (AWS) Sovereign Cloud, you will have the exciting opportunity to deliver on our

strategy to build strategic partnerships, mind share and adoption of AWS Cloud Computing

Platform. This will include, but is not limited to, Data Sovereignty, Digital Sovereignty, Sovereign by Design principals and services - all with partners.



Based in United Arab Emirates, you will drive the AWS business opportunities with Customers and

Partners by teaming with the AWS Sales teams and their management to address the business needs. This requires driving field relationships with customers, partners, and the AWS team. You will possess a business background that enables you to engage at the CXO level and to easily interact with enterprise customers, sales/field reps and partners.



An understanding of unique business and technical digital sovereignty needs of the UAE public sector and regulated industries is required.



Key job responsibilities

1. Work closely with public sector and regulated industry account management teams to develop targeted strategies to expand business

and drive adoption of AWS solutions that help customers meet evolving digital sovereignty requirements in the UAE market.

2. Have a holistic view of the Partner Community, a deep understanding of the partner capabilities and solutions that will delight customers.

3. Become a trusted member of the sales team to own deal execution with customers and partners, including leveraging Partner programs, and coaching partners onbest practices.

4. Provide regular updates and insights to leadership on market trends, competitive landscape, and customer/partner feedback.

5. Collaborate with the broader/ global AWS Sovereign Cloud team to align on overall go-to-market strategies and share best practices



About the team

Diverse Experiences

AWS values diverse experiences. Even if you do not meet all of the preferred qualifications and skills listed in the job description, we encourage candidates to apply. If your career is just starting, hasn't followed a traditional path, or includes alternative experiences, don't let it stop you from applying.



Why AWS?

Amazon Web Services (AWS) is the world's most comprehensive and broadly adopted cloud platform. We pioneered cloud computing and never stopped innovating -- that's why customers from the most successful startups to Global 500 companies trust our robust suite of products and services to power their businesses.



Inclusive Team Culture

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Work/Life Balance

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• Proven track record of successfully selling enterprise cloud solutions and managing sales cycles in the UAE market.
• Consistent achievement of key performance metrics
• Ability to create and execute strategic plans and initiatives with Customers,
• Partners, Sales, and other internal and external organizations
• Successful engagement and influence with senior executives and strong familiarity with decision-making processes within enterprise Customer organizations


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