CHANNEL SALES DIRECTOR
Central States

About Us

EF Johnson Technologies, Inc. is a subsidiary of JVCKENWOOD Corporation, a leading provider of P25 communications solutions for first responders in public safety and public service, the federal government, and industrial organizations. Our products are marketed under the EFJohnson and KENWOOD brands.

EFJohnson provides wireless communications products and systems for public safety, commercial, and government customers. We design, manufacture, and market conventional and trunked radio systems, land mobile radio repeaters, and mobile and portable radios, including Project 25 digital radio products.

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As a Channel Sales Director, you’ll be accountable for building, scaling, and monetizing Indirect Channel business, including the sale of indirect radios and indirect systems within an assigned manufacturer representative (MR) territory. This role is remote.

Key Responsibilities

Meet/exceed channel sales orders quota and revenue plans through opportunities creation with MRs and Dealers, working both autonomously and with the regional team.

Plan, direct, train, and coordinate partner organizations engaged in the sale and promotion of designated Company products within those assigned MR and Dealer organizations.

Work in an agile sales organization structure, collaborate with cross-functional teams—including Director Strategic Systems, Channels Systems Sales Manager, Manufacturer Representatives (MRs), dealers/local service partners (LSPs), regional sales team, engineering, capture management, products, operations, and marketing— to address challenges and maximize opportunity success for ATLAS, Kairos systems and Viking radio sales in market.

Serve as the primary point of contact for assigned channel partners, fostering long-term relationships built on trust, performance, and accountability.
Conduct on-site visits with dealer organizations to determine competitive activity within the area covered, review the status of current sales to resolve problems, and ensure that marketing goals are achieved.
Drive channel-sourced revenue by supporting partner-led sales efforts, pipeline development, and opportunity execution.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree required and MBA preferred.
Understanding of the wireless/LMR industry preferred
5+ years of increasing responsibility managing indirect channels, including experience with both reseller and agent relationships.
Experience in contract development and administration.

What We’re Looking For

Highly analytical background with both marketing and finance capabilities.
Superior communications skills, both verbal and in writing, in presenting complex technical and business issues internally and within the customer's organization.
Ability to listen, discover, and capture requirements from partners on both strategic and tactical levels.
Skilled in leading, creating, and developing a positive team environment.
Effective organization and planning of indirect sales programs within the region and communication across functional lines.

Travel Requirements

Up to 75%. Overnight travel with periods of week-long absences when preparing bid responses or attending shows and seminars

What We Offer

Competitive salary
Health, dental, and vision benefits
Additional supplemental benefits
401K + employer match
Tuition reimbursement
12 paid holidays + additional PTO
Supportive- team-driven environment
Opportunities to work on mission-critical projects that make a real impact

Equal Opportunity Statement

EF Johnson Technologies, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION Employer who values diversity and inclusion in the workplace. It is the policy of this company to provide equal opportunity with regard to all terms and conditions of employment. The company complies with federal and state laws prohibiting discrimination on the basis of sex, race, color, religion, creed, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic.

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