Business Development Manager - NetApp Data Infrastructure Solutions

Insight•Phoenix, AZ

1d•Remote

About The Position

The Business Development Manager (BDM) for NetApp Data Infrastructure Solutions is a cross-functional, strategic growth role responsible for identifying, developing, and scaling data infrastructure opportunities across all Insight business segments (Commercial, Enterprise, Public Sector/IPS, and Solutions). This role serves as a force multiplier for NetApp's comprehensive data infrastructure portfolio, positioning Insight as a trusted data management and infrastructure partner. The BDM bridges Insight's sales organization with NetApp's data infrastructure and cloud leadership teams, driving adoption of NetApp's core storage solutions, Keystone STaaS, hybrid cloud capabilities, and data management platforms. This role is critical to Insight's strategic initiative to expand the data infrastructure market and unlock new revenue streams through consumption-based and hybrid cloud infrastructure models.

Requirements

Deep understanding of NetApp's data infrastructure portfolio, including ONTAP, Keystone STaaS, cloud-native storage (Azure NetApp Files, FSx for ONTAP, Google Cloud NetApp Volumes), and data management solutions
Working knowledge of data infrastructure requirements, including storage architecture, performance optimization, data protection, and disaster recovery best practices
Fluency in NetApp's hybrid cloud and hyperscaler integrations (Azure, AWS, GCP) and ability to position NetApp data infrastructure in cloud-native and hybrid environments
Understanding of consumption-based infrastructure models and ability to position Keystone STaaS as an alternative to traditional CapEx infrastructure
Understanding of the NetApp Partner Sphere Program and data infrastructure-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 data infrastructure opportunities and develop data infrastructure 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 data infrastructure market trends, competitive landscape, and emerging technologies
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 storage 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 enterprise storage, data management, or cloud infrastructure solutions preferred
Experience in a partner-facing or channel management role preferred

Responsibilities

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