Channel Development Manager - AMERICA

Robotiq

4d•Hybrid

About The Position

At Robotiq, we free human hands from repetitive tasks. Guided by our Lean Robotics methodology, we develop collaborative robot solutions and components that are easy to deploy, empowering factory teams to boost productivity and adapt quickly. We help manufacturers and robotics innovators deploy automation faster. The Channel Development Manager for the Americas (CDM) reports to the CRO and is a dedicated, high-velocity "hunter" responsible for expanding Robotiq's market breadth by recruiting and activating net-new partners. This role focuses on identifying and securing two highly specific partner profiles: Vertical Equipment Distributors and Packaging Line System Integrators. The ultimate goal is to prospect, rapidly onboard, secure the partner's first sales, and seamlessly hand them off to the regional management team for long-term volume scaling.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in science or business administration
At least 5-8 years of channel development experience with proven success in recruiting and developing new partners, in channel sales, or territory expansion, ideally in a B2B hardware/machinery environment.
Proven track record of B2B cold-recruiting, signing, and accelerating net-new channel partners.
Executive-level pitching and negotiation (CXO/Owner engagement at the distributor/integrator level).
Fast-paced pipeline and project management.
Proficiency with CRM systems (HubSpot) and sales acceleration tools.
Deep understanding of capital equipment, packaging lines, or material handling sales cycles.
Strong existing network within the packaging, Food & Beverage, or material handling integration industries.
Relentless "Hunter" mindset with high resilience and drive.
Results-oriented with a sharp focus on closing and execution.
Ability to build trust quickly and secure buy-in from business owners.
High autonomy, rigor, and ability to operate independently in the field.
Excellent, persuasive communication and presentation skills.
English with complete professional proficiency.
Willingness to travel 50% of the time for partner facing activities.
Ensure possession of a valid passport and driving license at all times.

Nice To Haves

Proficiency in other languages is considered as a strong asset (French, Spanish, German, Italian, etc.)
Location near airport hub is preferred.

Responsibilities

Prospect, qualify, and recruit net-new packaging distributors and packaging line system integrators.
Tailor the commercial pitch to the partner profile: For Distributors: Emphasize ease of deployment, try-before-you-buy models, and fully assembled turnkey systems. For Packaging SIs: Position our standardized palletizers as a way to eliminate custom engineering risk, allowing them to focus on the broader line integration and win larger projects.
Identify coverage gaps across geographies and target industries to build a robust recruitment pipeline.
Negotiate and finalize commercial distribution agreements and initial onboarding commitments.
Oversee the rapid onboarding of new partners, ensuring they reach commercial readiness within 90 days.
Train partner sales teams on how to leverage our automated pre-sales and qualification software to independently identify and quote standard palletizing opportunities.
Actively co-sell and support the partner’s early-stage opportunities to secure their critical first and second unit sales.
Facilitate the placement of demo units or showroom equipment to accelerate partner independence.
Ensure a structured, frictionless handoff of activated, revenue-generating partners to the Regional / Channel Sales Managers for ongoing account management and volume scaling.
Maintain rigorous tracking of the recruitment funnel, conversion rates, and early-stage pipeline in the CRM (HubSpot).
Provide field feedback to the Product and Partner Program teams regarding barriers to entry, pricing, or competitive dynamics in the packaging equipment space.