1

Channel Manager Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Senior Channel Manager

Lansing, MI ยท On-site

$154K - $155K/yr

Bluebird is a dynamic growing company in need of a Senior Channel Manager to be a part of a collaborative team. This is a full-time, benefit eligible position. All of us at Bluebird work hard to meet ...

OR ยท On-site

$151K - $152K/yr

... manage it. We believe that advancements in smart infrastructure are critical to enabling a safer ... Experience * 5+ years experience in channel sales, partnerships or business development ...

Channel Manager - Boston

Boston, MA ยท On-site

$165K - $166K/yr

Summary The Channel Manager serves as the primary business consultant and strategic partner to assigned dealers and distributors, with accountability for growing and defending share, expanding full ...

Senior Channel Manager

Columbus, OH ยท On-site

$146K - $147K/yr

Bluebird is a dynamic growing company in need of a Senior Channel Manager to be a part of a collaborative team. This is a full-time, benefit eligible position. All of us at Bluebird work hard to meet ...

Senior Channel Manager

Grand Rapids, MI ยท On-site

$146K - $146K/yr

Bluebird is a dynamic growing company in need of a Senior Channel Manager to be a part of a collaborative team. This is a full-time, benefit eligible position. All of us at Bluebird work hard to meet ...

Channel Manager, US

Boston, MA ยท On-site

$165K - $166K/yr

Channel Manager US (m/f/d) Location: Boston, MA (preferred) About Strike48 Strike48 is building a new layer in cybersecurity: agentic log intelligence. We help organizations turn fragmented log data ...

Senior Channel Manager

Farmington Hills, MI ยท On-site

$149K - $150K/yr

Bluebird is a dynamic growing company in need of a Senior Channel Manager to be a part of a collaborative team. This is a full-time, benefit eligible position. All of us at Bluebird work hard to meet ...

The Channel Manager has responsibility of managing customer interaction and channel strategy with the distribution partners in their assigned region. This individual will work closely with Regional ...

Senior Channel Manager

Houston, TX ยท Hybrid

$145K - $146K/yr

The Senior Channel Manager will lead the development and execution of strategic channel sales initiatives for the INNIO Waukesha Engine business across the Americas. This role is responsible for ...

Channel Manager - Boston

Boston, MA ยท On-site

$159K - $160K/yr

Summary The Channel Manager serves as the primary business consultant and strategic partner to assigned dealers and distributors, with accountability for growing and defending share, expanding full ...

Channel Manager, US

Boston, MA

$165K - $166K/yr

Channel Manager US (m/f/d) Location: Boston, MA (preferred) About Strike48 Strike48 is building a new layer in cybersecurity: agentic log intelligence. We help organizations turn fragmented log data ...

Senior Channel Manager

Waukesha, WI ยท On-site

$152K - $153K/yr

The Senior Channel Manager will lead the development and execution of strategic channel sales initiatives for the INNIO Waukesha Engine business across the Americas. This role is responsible for ...

New

Senior Channel Manager

Waukesha, WI ยท Hybrid

$152K - $153K/yr

The Senior Channel Manager will lead the development and execution of strategic channel sales initiatives for the INNIO Waukesha Engine business across the Americas. This role is responsible for ...

Channel Manager

San Francisco, CA ยท On-site +1

$179K - $180K/yr

Experience * 5+ years experience in channel sales, partnerships or business development ... managers and C-suite executives. * Strong understanding of enterprise sales cycles and complex ...

Senior Channel Manager

Waukesha, WI ยท On-site

$152K - $153K/yr

The Senior Channel Manager will lead the development and execution of strategic channel sales initiatives for the INNIO Waukesha Engine business across the Americas. This role is responsible for ...

Amazon Channel Manager

Stafford, TX ยท On-site

$132K - $133K/yr

The Amazon Channel Manager works closely with our distribution center, merchandising, and finance teams to ensure every product we sell on Amazon is set up correctly, priced competitively, and ...

Senior Channel Manager

Houston, TX ยท Hybrid

$145K - $146K/yr

The Senior Channel Manager will lead the development and execution of strategic channel sales initiatives for the INNIO Waukesha Engine business across the Americas. This role is responsible for ...

Channel Manager - Boston

Boston, MA ยท On-site

$159K - $160K/yr

Summary The Channel Manager serves as the primary business consultant and strategic partner to assigned dealers and distributors, with accountability for growing and defending share, expanding full ...

next page

Showing results 1-20

Channel Manager information

See salary details

$70.5K

$142.4K

$153.5K

How much do channel manager jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 13, 2026, the average yearly pay for channel manager in the United States is $142,448.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $152,000.00 and $153,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are Channel Managers?

Channel Managers are professionals responsible for developing and maintaining relationships with partners, distributors, or resellers that sell a company's products or services. They create strategies to expand the company's reach and maximize revenue through indirect sales channels. Their duties often include onboarding new partners, providing training, setting sales targets, and ensuring that partners align with the company's goals and standards.

What is the difference between Channel Manager vs Sales Manager?

AspectChannel ManagerSales Manager
Primary FocusManaging distribution channels and partner relationshipsDirect sales and customer acquisition
Required SkillsChannel development, partner management, negotiationSales strategy, team leadership, client engagement
Work EnvironmentCollaborates with partners, vendors, and internal teamsLeads sales teams, interacts directly with clients
Industry UsageCommon in tech, manufacturing, and wholesale sectorsWidespread across retail, B2B, and service industries

While both roles involve driving revenue, a Channel Manager focuses on developing and maintaining partner channels, whereas a Sales Manager directly manages sales teams and client relationships. Understanding these differences helps organizations assign the right responsibilities and find suitable candidates.

What Does a Channel Manager Do?

A channel manager works with sales or marketing within a specific channel. In this career, your duties may involve overseeing sales operations and being the moderator for supplier and customer relationships in a particular territory. Your responsibilities could range from fostering relationships with potential or existing channel partners and clients, creating and implementing sales growth strategies designed to increase profitability for your channel, closing difficult sales, and working on the recruitment of new sales and marketing partners. You may also meet with partners in your sales channel and moderate discussions between your marketing team and your channel partners.

How does a Channel Manager typically collaborate with sales and marketing teams to drive partner performance?

A Channel Manager works closely with both sales and marketing teams to align strategies, develop joint campaigns, and provide partners with the resources they need to succeed. This collaboration often involves regular meetings to discuss partner feedback, analyze sales data, and coordinate promotional activities. By fostering open communication and sharing insights between internal teams and external partners, Channel Managers help ensure that all parties are working toward mutual goals and maximizing revenue opportunities.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Channel Manager, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Channel Manager, you need expertise in sales strategy, partner relationship management, and a solid understanding of channel sales models, typically supported by a degree in business or marketing. Familiarity with CRM platforms like Salesforce, partner portals, and sales analytics tools is often required. Strong negotiation, communication, and problem-solving skills set exceptional Channel Managers apart. These capabilities are vital for building effective partner networks, driving revenue growth, and ensuring seamless collaboration between an organization and its channel partners.
What cities are hiring for Channel Manager jobs? Cities with the most Channel Manager job openings:
What are the most commonly searched types of Channel jobs? The most popular types of Channel jobs are:
Who are the top companies hiring for Channel Manager jobs? The top employers for Channel Manager jobs are:
What states have the most Channel Manager jobs? States with the most job openings for Channel Manager jobs include:
Infographic showing various Channel Manager job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 74% Full Time, 24% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 87% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 11% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $142,448 per year, or $68.5 per hour.
Senior Channel Manager

Senior Channel Manager

Bluebird Network

Lansing, MI โ€ข On-site

$154K - $155K/yr

Other

Posted 28 days ago


Job description

ABOUT THE COMPANY:

Bluebird Fiber is a premier fiber telecommunications provider of internet, data transport, and other services to carriers, businesses, schools, hospitals, and other enterprises in the Midwest. To learn more, please visit bluebirdfiber.com.

Join an amazing team of telecommunication professionals! Bluebird is a dynamic growing company in need of a Senior Channel Manager to be a part of a collaborative team. This is a full-time, benefit eligible position. All of us at Bluebird work hard to meet objectives for the organization and live the mission and values of this growing company to meet a common goal. Check out this video that highlights our amazing company culture.

Role Summary
The Senior Channel Manager owns a portfolio of strategic partners and is accountable for revenue growth, pipeline creation, enablement, and joint go-to-market execution. This role drives partner recruitment and onboarding, accelerates sell-through/sell-with, manages MDF and sponsorship investments, and aligns cross-functionally with Sales, Marketing, Product, and Finance to deliver predictable growth.