Business Development Manager - NetApp AI Infrastructure Solutions

Insight•Phoenix, AZ

10h•Remote

About The Position

The Business Development Manager (BDM) for NetApp AI Infrastructure Solutions is a cross-functional, strategic growth role responsible for identifying, developing, and scaling AI infrastructure opportunities across all Insight business segments (Commercial, Enterprise, Public Sector/IPS, and Solutions). This role serves as a force multiplier for NetApp's AI-ready storage portfolio, positioning Insight as an AI Solutions Integrator. The BDM bridges Insight's sales organization with NetApp's AI/ML product teams, driving adoption of NetApp's AI infrastructure capabilities, including AI Pod, AI-optimized storage, and data management solutions for machine learning workloads. This role is critical to Insight's strategic initiative to 'Introduce IPS as AI Solutions Integrator' and to unlock new revenue streams in the emerging AI infrastructure market.

Requirements

Deep understanding of NetApp's AI infrastructure portfolio, including AI Pod, AI-optimized ONTAP, NetApp ONTAP AI, and AI data management solutions
Working knowledge of AI/ML workload requirements, including data pipeline architecture, storage performance requirements, and AI infrastructure best practices
Fluency in NetApp's hyperscaler AI integrations (Azure Machine Learning, AWS SageMaker, Google Cloud AI Platform) and ability to position NetApp AI storage in cloud-native AI environments
Understanding of the NetApp Partner Sphere Program and AI-specific partner incentives and deal registration processes
Strong knowledge of Insight's sales organization across all segments (Commercial, Enterprise, IPS, Solutions) and organizational structure
Ability to identify and qualify AI infrastructure opportunities and develop AI use cases within target accounts
Proficiency with CRM systems (Salesforce), quoting tools, and sales enablement platforms
Excellent communication, presentation, and relationship-building skills with technical and business audiences
Ability to work cross-functionally across multiple segments and influence without direct authority
Strategic thinking combined with strong execution and attention to detail
Understanding of emerging AI infrastructure market trends and competitive landscape
Bachelor's degree in Business, Sales, Marketing, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent professional experience)
5+ years of experience in sales, business development, partner management, or account management in the technology industry
Proven track record of driving revenue growth and building strategic partnerships in infrastructure or emerging technology segments
Strong understanding of sales processes, pipeline development, and forecasting
Excellent organizational and project management skills
Ability to work effectively across multiple business segments and organizational structures

Nice To Haves

Experience with AI/ML infrastructure, data management, or enterprise storage solutions preferred
Experience in a partner-facing or channel management role preferred

Responsibilities

Drive execution of NetApp AI infrastructure business plan across all segments, identifying and developing AI-specific use cases and target accounts
Serve as subject matter expert on NetApp's AI-ready storage portfolio, including AI Pod, AI-optimized ONTAP, and AI data management solutions
Identify and qualify net-new AI infrastructure opportunities within target accounts across all business segments (Commercial, Enterprise, IPS, Solutions)
Facilitate cross-segment collaboration between Insight leadership, architects, and NetApp AI/ML field teams to develop AI infrastructure opportunities
Design and execute field activities that generate AI infrastructure demand and pipeline (AI infrastructure workshops, proof-of-concepts, customer briefings, webinars)
Act as a force multiplier for NetApp's AI product teams—amplifying AI infrastructure go-to-market efforts, coordinating account planning, and extending NetApp's AI reach across Insight's organization
Establish and maintain strategic relationships with NetApp AI/ML leadership, including Product Managers, Solutions Architects, and Channel Development Managers focused on AI
Design and deliver quarterly NetApp AI infrastructure enablement sessions for Insight teams across all segments, including solution training, use case development, and certification guidance
Develop and communicate regular updates to NetApp on Insight's AI infrastructure pipeline, opportunities, and market intelligence across all segments
Partner with Insight's Solutions team to develop AI infrastructure solution offerings and go-to-market strategies that leverage NetApp's AI capabilities
Collaborate with sales and business leadership across all segments (Commercial, Enterprise, IPS, Solutions) to identify and prioritize AI infrastructure opportunities
Work with Insight's organization to understand AI infrastructure pipeline, forecast, and resource constraints across all segments
Facilitate joint planning sessions between Insight leadership and NetApp AI/ML field teams to align on AI infrastructure account strategies
Communicate NetApp AI infrastructure contests, SPIFFs, promotions, and new product launches across the organization
Track and report on AI infrastructure pipeline growth, deal registration, training participation, and engagement cadence across all segments
Support Insight's marketing and Solutions teams in developing AI infrastructure campaigns, collateral, and demand generation initiatives
Coordinate with Insight's architect community to develop AI infrastructure solution architectures and reference implementations
Facilitate quarterly business reviews (QBRs) and leader-to-leader cadences with NetApp AI/ML leadership to review AI infrastructure performance, align on strategy, and address escalations
Serve as primary point of contact for NetApp's AI/ML product teams and field leadership regarding Insight's AI infrastructure business
Coordinate with NetApp's Partner Sphere Program team to ensure Insight maintains compliance with partner program requirements and maximizes AI-specific partner benefits
Participate in NetApp AI infrastructure partner events, training sessions, and certification programs to stay current on AI product roadmaps and solutions
Provide NetApp with regular intelligence on Insight's AI infrastructure market opportunities, customer feedback, and competitive dynamics across all segments
Support NetApp's AI/ML field teams as a resource extension, including participation in customer meetings, technical discussions, and opportunity development
Collaborate with NetApp's hyperscaler teams (Azure, AWS, GCP) to align AI infrastructure capabilities with cloud-native AI platforms