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Base pay range $200,000.00/yr - $300,000.00/yr
Vice President, of AWS Cloud Sales Center (CSC) Strategy and GTM
Location: South Florida (Boca Raton, FL) or DMV (Arlington, VA)
Reports to: Chief Executive Officer
Innovative is seeking an exceptional Vice President to lead our strategic AWS Cloud Sales Center (CSC) Partner initiative. This executive will be responsible for building and managing a team of 5 CSC Sales Specialists funded through our partnership agreement with AWS, with aggressive targets of achieving $ 7.5M + in AWS Launched Annual Recurring Revenue within the SMB segment, and $3M+ in Innovative Professional Services bookings within the AWS Startup segment. This role requires a proven leader who can navigate complex partner ecosystems, build high-performing teams, and deliver on ambitious growth metrics. The role is one that requires an aptitude for both inside sales and outside sales.
Key Responsibilities:
Program Leadership & Compliance:
Execute on Innovative's AWS CSC Funded Resource Support Agreement requirements and deliverables
Replicate success across both AWS SMB CSC and AWS Startup CSC sales motions
Achieve $1.5M in AWS Launched ARR per Specialist ($7.5M total annual target) within the SMB segment
Achieve $3M in professional services bookings within the AWS Startup segment
Ensure 40% Pipeline Realized Revenue across all wins (both SMB and Startup segments)
Maintain 2:1 ratio of Partner Originated Opportunities to AWS Originated Opportunities from SMB segment
Lead Co-Sell Campaigns with AWS SMB and Startup CSC teams primarily located in Arlington, VA and Seattle, WA. Most of the SMB CSC focus will be in Arlington, VA
Manage semi-annual Specialist Performance Evaluations per AWS requirements
Team Building & Management:
Hire 5 CSC Sales Specialists meeting AWS-specified qualifications within 30 days of start date (no later than October 1, 2025)
Build and align on team composition: 3 SMB PFS Channel Representatives + 2 SMB PFS Account Executives + 1 Startup Channel Representative
Ensure all specialists focus solely on promoting and driving AWS services adoption via Innovative's professional services and managed services offerings
Conduct semi-annual performance evaluations based on AWS-defined criteria for the SMB segment specifically
Maintain accurate performance records for AWS compliance within the CSC sales motion across both SMB and Startup Segments
AWS Partnership Excellence:
Serve as primary executive interface with AWS Partner Development Manager (PDM) for the SMB PFS initiative
Lead monthly business reviews with AWS to track progress and approve campaigns for SMB PFS initiative
Collaborate with AWS CSC sales teams to identify and develop Target Customers
Focus on customers with Drive adoption of AWS Marketplace Self-service and Private Offers
Ensure all opportunities are properly tracked in ACE (APN Customer Engagement system)
Leverage existing AWS relationships to navigate CSC leadership engagement challenges
Demand Generation & Pipeline Development:
Partner closely with demand generation teams to drive AWS Originated (AO) and Partner Originated (PO) opportunity motions
Develop and execute integrated demand generation strategies that support the 2:1 PO to AO ratio requirement
Create feedback loops between CSC specialists and demand generation teams to optimize lead quality and conversion
Implement demand generation best practices specific to AWS CSC target customer segments
Cross-Functional Collaboration:
Partner strategically with VP of Delivery to ensure seamless execution of CSC-sourced opportunities
Collaborate with Product leadership to align service offerings with CSC customer needs and AWS consumption patterns
Develop joint go-to-market strategies with Delivery and Product teams to maximize CSC sales motion effectiveness
Geographic Coverage & Team Structure:
Build distributed team across Boca Raton and Arlington, VA locations
(4) Channel Representatives can reside and report out of South FL (Boca Raton office) or within 45 minutes of Arlington, VA
2 PFS Account Executives can reside remotely on the East coast, but have direct access and accountability to in-market travel in Arlington, VA
Ensure 2 PFS Account Executives maintain 4 days/week presence in the AWS Arlington, VA office
Coordinate Channel Rep travel (3-4 days/week, weekly AWS meetings)
Manage quarterly Seattle engagements with AWS leadership for Startup Channel Representative
Optimize for Target Customer coverage in assigned territories by working with Innovative's SDR and BDR leadership in Boca Raton, FL
Campaign & Go-to-Market Execution:
Design and execute quarterly Co-Sell Campaigns
Focus campaigns on AWS services adoption and Marketplace transactions
Collaborate with AWS CSC teams and AWS ISVs
Track and document campaign progress for monthly AWS reviews
Develop repeatable playbooks for CSC customer engagement
Required Experience & Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree required; MBA strongly preferred
10+ years of progressive sales leadership in technology services
5+ years managing funded partner programs or channel organizations
3+ years of established relationships within AWS ecosystem, with proven ability to navigate AWS organizational dynamics
Demonstrated experience working with demand generation teams on AO/PO motion strategies
Previous experience partnering with Delivery and Product executives to support complex sales motions
Deep expertise in AWS partner ecosystem, particularly CSC programs
Proven track record achieving $5M+ annual revenue targets through teams
Experience with AWS ACE system and partner program compliance
Understanding of AWS financial models and consumption-based revenue
Experience managing contractual obligations and audit requirements
Strong analytical skills for pipeline and performance management
Exceptional stakeholder management across partner organizations
Critical Success Factors:
Ability to hire qualified specialists within 30 days (no later than October 1, 2025)
Experience managing funded headcount programs with strict compliance requirements
Track record of achieving aggressive ARR and pipeline conversion targets
Expertise in AWS Target Customer segmentation (SMB/Startup)
Ability to balance growth objectives with program compliance
Experience with semi-annual performance reviews and documentation
Strong understanding of AWS Marketplace and Private Offers
Proven ability to drive demand generation programs that support partner-led sales motions
Track record of successful cross-functional leadership with Delivery and Product teams
Key Competencies:
Program management and compliance expertise
Data-driven decision making with growth mindset
Strong leadership in distributed team environments
Excellent AWS relationship management
Results-oriented with urgency for 2025 launch
Collaborative approach across organizations
Adaptability in structured partner programs
Deep understanding of demand generation mechanics in partner ecosystems
Ability to influence without direct authority across Delivery and Product organizations
Travel Requirements:
50% travel between Boca Raton, FL, Arlington, VA, and Seattle, WA
Quarterly AWS executive briefings
Monthly coordination meetings
Regular presence in the Boca Raton office location, Rochester, NY headquarters (once a month) and in-market at AWS offices in Arlington, VA and Seattle, WA
Compensation:
Base Salary: $200,000
Target Variable Compensation: $100,000
Total OTE: $300,000
The salary range provided is a general guideline. When extending an offer, Innovative considers factors including, but not limited to, the responsibilities of the specific role, market conditions, geographic location, as well as the candidate’s professional experience, key skills, and education/training.
Seniority level Seniority level Not Applicable
Employment type Employment type Full-time
Job function Job function Sales and Business Development
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- Salary:
- $200,000 - $250,000
- Job Type:
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- Category:
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