Sophos Looking for Senior Channel Sales Operations Analyst at Greater Kolkata Area Full Time

About Us

Sophos is a worldwide leader and innovator of advanced cybersecurity solutions, including Managed Detection and Response (MDR) and incident response services and a broad portfolio of endpoint, network, email, and cloud security technologies that help organizations defeat cyberattacks. As one of the largest pure-play cybersecurity providers, Sophos defends more than 500,000 organizations and more than 100 million users globally from active adversaries, ransomware, phishing, malware, and more. Sophos’ services and products connect through its cloud-based Sophos Central management console and are powered by Sophos X-Ops, the company’s cross-domain threat intelligence unit. Sophos X-Ops intelligence optimizes the entire Sophos Adaptive Cybersecurity Ecosystem, which includes a centralized data lake that leverages a rich set of open APIs available to customers, partners, developers, and other cybersecurity and information technology vendors. Sophos provides cybersecurity-as-a-service to organizations needing fully managed, turnkey security solutions. Customers can also manage their cybersecurity directly with Sophos’ security operations platform or use a hybrid approach by supplementing their in-house teams with Sophos’ services, including threat hunting and remediation. Sophos sells through reseller partners and managed service providers (MSPs) worldwide. Sophos is headquartered in Oxford, U.K. More information is available at www.sophos.com. 

Role Summary

We are seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Sales Operations Analyst to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for overseeing various aspects of the Sophos Channel Business inclusive of Channel Analytics, Reporting, KPI Administration and Salesforce Management. This role requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.

Shift timings: 9AM – 5PM (UK hours)

What you will do

• Channel Sales Operations
• Facilitate business rhythm activities, encompassing Forecasting, KPI monitoring, and project oversight for Global Channel initiatives
• Proactively optimize existing processes for efficiency gains
• Develop comprehensive reports and dynamic dashboards to aid decision-making and track progress

• Daily Go-To-Market Operations
• Operationalize and administer sales enablement programs
• Resolve any impediments encountered by Go-To-Market teams in collaboration with other departments

• Strategy and Planning
• Aid in preparing for QBRs and various meetings
• Generate insightful analysis reports, compelling charts, and impactful presentations
• Support alignment efforts between Global and Regional strategies

What you will bring

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Finance, or related field
• 8+ years of relevant experience in sales operations
• Proficiency in using analytical tools and software (e.g., Anaplan, D&B)
• Strong understanding of sales processes, Channel Sales and compensation structures
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to multitask and prioritize in a fast-paced environment
• Attention to detail and accuracy in data analysis and reporting
• Experience working in a technology or software sales environment
• Knowledge of Salesforce or other CRM systems
• Previous experience with MSP claim processes and dispute resolution

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Ready to Join Us?

At Sophos, we believe in the power of diverse perspectives to fuel innovation. Research shows that candidates sometimes hesitate to apply if they don’t check every box in a job description. We challenge that notion. Your unique experiences and skills might be exactly what we need to enhance our team. Don’t let a checklist hold you back – we encourage you to apply.

What’s Great About Sophos?

·   Sophos operates a remote-first working model, making remote work the primary option for most employees. However, some roles may necessitate a hybrid approach. Please refer to the location details in our job postings for further information.

·   Our people – we innovate and create, all of which are accompanied by a great sense of fun and team spirit

·   Employee-led diversity and inclusion networks that build community and provide education and advocacy

·   Annual charity and fundraising initiatives and volunteer days for employees to support local communities

·   Global employee sustainability initiatives to reduce our environmental footprint

·   Global fitness and trivia competitions to keep our bodies and minds sharp

·   Global wellbeing days for employees to relax and recharge 

·   Monthly wellbeing webinars and training to support employee health and wellbeing

Our Commitment To You

We’re proud of the diverse and inclusive environment we have at Sophos, and we’re committed to ensuring equality of opportunity.   We believe that diversity, combined with excellence, builds a better Sophos, so we encourage applicants who can contribute to the diversity of our team.  All applicants will be treated in a fair and equal manner and in accordance with the law regardless of gender, sex, gender reassignment, marital status, race, religion or belief, color, age, military veteran status, disability, pregnancy, maternity or sexual orientation.  We want to give you every opportunity to show us your best self, so if there are any adjustments we could make to the recruitment and selection process to support you, please let us know. 

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