Opportunity

Territory Partner Manager - CCaaS Channel Sales Career in Columbus

Location Columbus
Company Nextiva
Source jobicy
Posted 2026-10-20 15:24:11

Career & Market Insight

This Territory Partner Manager role at Nextiva sits squarely in the channel sales / partner ecosystem career track — a high-growth niche within SaaS and CCaaS. With 2+ years of experience required and a $115K–$190K OTE range, this is pitched at a mid-to-senior individual contributor level.

Compensation benchmarking: The OTE range is competitive. Channel/partner managers in CCaaS typically earn $90K–$160K OTE at this experience level; Nextiva's ceiling of $190K signals real upside for overperformers and reflects the company's scale (100K+ business customers).

Skills you'll develop:

  • AI-augmented sales strategy using Salesforce and partner analytics tools — a fast-growing skill set
  • Cross-functional influence (Marketing, SE, Product) — valuable for future Director-level roles
  • Partner economics and go-to-market strategy in the CCaaS/UCaaS space

Green flags: Nextiva is a mature, funded scale-up (founded 2008) rather than an early-stage startup, offering stability. The Flexible Time Off policy and Paid Parental Leave signal a maturing HR approach. The explicit AI-enablement focus keeps skills current.

Watch points: The 50–75% travel demand is high and may contribute to burnout over time. The role's success is heavily tied to partner performance metrics, which can create pressure. Evaluate whether Nextiva's partner tier structure provides enough high-quality accounts in your territory before accepting.

Redefine the future of customer experiences. One conversation at a time.

At Nextiva, we're reimagining how businesses connect, bringing together customer experience and team collaboration on a single, conversation-centric platform. Powered by AI, driven by human innovation.

Our culture is forward thinking, customer obsessed and built on the belief that meaningful connections drive better business outcomes. Whether it's through our signature Amazing Service®, the technology we create, or the experiences we cultivate, connection is at the core of who we are.

If you're ready to collaborate with incredible people, make an impact, and help businesses everywhere deliver truly amazing experiences, this is where you belong.


Location: Must reside in Michigan, Illinois, Indiana, or Ohio


At Nextiva, we're on a mission to help businesses create amazing customer experiences, turning everyday interactions into deeper, more meaningful relationships. We're looking for a dynamic Territory Partner Manager to join our team and power growth through strong, strategic partnerships.

In this role, you'll be at the heart of Nextiva's channel ecosystem, blending your passion for customer experience solutions, channel strategy, and enablement to help partners WIN WITH NEXTIVA. You'll bring energy, insight, and creativity to build impactful partner relationships, driving pipeline and delivering on Nextiva's promise to empower exceptional customer journeys.

What You'll Do:

  • Own a high-impact portfolio of channel partners, identifying, recruiting, and enabling partners with the hunger and capability to lead with Nextiva's industry-leading CX and collaboration solutions.
  • Create and execute territory strategies that drive partner-led pipeline, revenue growth, and long-term success through segmentation, prioritization, and tailored go-to-market strategies.
  • Set clear expectations and joint objectives with partners, ensuring they're equipped with enablement resources, marketing support, and technical tools to succeed.
  • Collaborate cross-functionally with Marketing, Sales Engineering, Training, and Product teams to fully enable partners to sell and deliver Nextiva solutions effectively.
  • Maintain close alignment with Channel Sales and field sales leadership, delivering consistent pipeline forecasting and exceeding territory revenue goals.
  • Conduct insightful partner business reviews, using data-driven insights to optimize partner performance, accelerate growth, and seize new opportunities.
  • Serve as a trusted advocate and escalation point for partners, ensuring internal stakeholders hear and respond to partner feedback and market insights.
  • Leverage advanced AI-driven insights to identify high-potential partners, whitespace opportunities, and risks, translating data into actionable strategies for engagement and growth.
  • Partner internally to continuously improve data quality and system usability (e.g., Salesforce), enabling enhanced AI-driven decision-making and partner success.

Qualifications:

  • 2+ years of channel sales experience, ideally within the CCaaS/CX industry.
  • Travel Requirement: 50–75%
  • Proven ability to coach, motivate, and retain strategic partners with demonstrable impact on partner-driven growth.
  • Track record of building and executing successful partner business and marketing strategies.
  • Exceptional communicator and relationship-builder with a keen understanding of partner economics.
  • Adaptability, self-direction, and a collaborative spirit; thrives in a fast-paced, evolving environment.
  • High-energy professional who is organized, analytical, and motivated by strategic growth opportunities.
  • Proficiency in using CRM systems, specifically Salesforce, to manage partner relationships, analyze pipeline health, and track sales performance.
  • Experience leveraging AI tools to analyze partner performance metrics (such as win rates, revenue trends, and pipeline opportunities) and translating these insights into actionable recommendations for strategic territory planning and partner prioritization.

Join Nextiva, where innovation meets Amazing Service®—and transform customer interactions into extraordinary business outcomes.


Nextiva DNA (Core Competencies)

Nextiva's most successful team members share common traits and behaviors:

  • Drives Results: Action-oriented problem solvers who quickly bring clarity and simplicity to ambiguity, challenge the status quo, and lead meaningful change; celebrating wins to fuel momentum. They act swiftly and pragmatically, learning and improving as they go.
  • Critical Thinker: Data-driven, forward-thinking individuals who identify key drivers, anticipate risks, and deliver clear recommendations. They confidently leverage AI and automation to reduce friction, improve decision-making, and focus on higher-value work.
  • Right Attitude: Collaborative, competitive, and resilient team players who jump in to solve tough problems, learn from setbacks, and foster a culture of service, respect, and care for customers and teammates.

Total Rewards

Our Total Rewards offerings are designed to allow Nexties to take care of themselves and their families so they can be their best, in and out of the office.

Our compensation packages are tailored to each role and candidate's qualifications. We consider a wide range of factors, including skills, experience, training, and certifications, when determining compensation. We aim to offer competitive salaries or wages that reflect the value you bring to our team. Depending on the position, compensation may include base salary and/or hourly wages, incentives, or bonuses.

The expected hiring range is $115,000 – $190,000 including annualized base salary and annualized target sales incentive. Some sales roles are paid hourly with overtime eligibility. A different level in the job hierarchy may apply to a specific candidate, resulting in a different hiring range.

  • Health: Multiple health plan options to suit your needs, including medical, dental, vision, and telemedicine coverage
  • Insurance: Life, disability, and supplemental indemnity plans
  • Work-Life Balance: Flexible Time Off for salaried employees, PTO for hourly employees, Paid Sick Time, Paid Parental Bonding Leave, and holiday pay
  • Financial Security: 401(k) with company match, Health Savings Accounts with company contributions, Dependent Care FSA
  • Wellness: Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and comprehensive wellness initiatives
  • Growth: Access to ongoing learning and development opportunities and career advancement

At Nextiva, we're committed to supporting our employees' health, well-being, and professional growth. Join us and build a rewarding career!


Nextiva is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Nextiva participates in the E-Verify Program where and as required by law. For additional information about E-Verify visit USCIS.

Founded in 2008, Nextiva has grown into a global leader trusted by over 100,000 businesses and 1M+ users worldwide. Headquartered in Scottsdale, Arizona, and with teams across the globe, we're the future of customer experience and team collaboration through our AI-powered, conversation-centric platform.

Want to see what life at Nextiva is all about? Connect with us on Instagram, Instagram MX, YouTube, LinkedIn, and the Nextiva Blog.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this Territory Partner Manager role fully remote?
The role is home-based and tagged as remote, but you must reside in Michigan, Illinois, Indiana, or Ohio. It also requires 50–75% travel within the territory, so it is not a desk-remote position.
What is the salary range for this role at Nextiva?
The expected hiring range is $115,000–$190,000, which includes an annualized base salary plus a target sales incentive. The exact split depends on the candidate's level and qualifications.
What experience is required to apply for this role?
Nextiva requires 2+ years of channel sales experience, ideally within the CCaaS or CX industry, along with proficiency in Salesforce and experience using AI tools to analyze partner performance.
Which states are eligible for this remote position?
Candidates must reside in Michigan, Illinois, Indiana, or Ohio — the role is restricted to these four Midwest US states.
What benefits does Nextiva offer this role?
Nextiva offers medical, dental, vision, and telemedicine coverage; a 401(k) with company match; Flexible Time Off; Paid Parental Bonding Leave; Health Savings Accounts with company contributions; and access to an Employee Assistance Program and career development resources.
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