Channel Program Specialist - AMD HP

Summary

AMD HP Channel Program Specialist

MarketStar is looking for an AMD HP Channel Program Specialist to support our AMD and HP channel business. This role is focused on driving channel execution, program governance, business insights, and sales operations that accelerate AMD-powered HP commercial PC growth. The AMD Channel Specialist serves as a key liaison between AMD, HP, distributors, and channel partners, ensuring successful execution of strategic initiatives, partner programs, inventory management, and performance reporting.

Location: Houston, TX (Field-Based/Hybrid)

Travel Requirements: This is a field-based position requiring regular travel and in-person engagement within an assigned geographic territory.

What Will You Do?

• Create and manage channel operations scorecards, quarterly executive dashboards, and AMD partner mix reporting to measure business performance and growth.
• Deliver quarterly business reviews and executive readouts on AMD mix performance across Smart Buy and Ignite partners.
• Provide weekly business updates summarizing key activities, support requirements, new product introduction (NPI) progress, and business priorities.
• Govern market development funds (MDF), incentive programs, funding allocations, and return-on-investment reporting to maximize program effectiveness.
• Consolidate and report on forecasts, pipeline health, partner activation, training participation, and overall program performance.
• Develop and distribute quarterly battlecards, competitive updates, and enablement materials to support channel sales teams.
• Manage bi-weekly inventory reporting and collaborate with stakeholders to address inventory risks and opportunities.
• Coordinate recurring NPI planning and synchronization meetings with AMD and category management teams.
• Maintain and report on the strategic demo funnel, including monthly reporting and recommendations to AMD stakeholders.
• Other applicable duties as assigned

What Will You Need to Succeed?

• Solid experience in channel operations, channel sales, partner program management, business development, sales operations, or related technology industry roles.
• Strong analytical skills with experience creating executive dashboards, scorecards, business reviews, and performance reporting.
• Experience managing forecasts, pipeline reporting, inventory analysis, program metrics, and operational business processes.
• Ability to work effectively across AMD, HP, distributors, channel partners, and internal stakeholders.
• Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to translate data into actionable business insights.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Power BI, CRM platforms, and reporting tools.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects, deadlines, and cross-functional initiatives simultaneously.
• Must reside within the Houston metropolitan area

What We Offer:

• Structured learning and career development programs
• Mental health program
• Generous Paid Time Off policy
• Paid medical leave
• Child/Dependent care reimbursement
• Education reimbursement
• 401k match, hardship loan program, access to financial wellness advisor
• Comprehensive healthcare coverage including medical, dental, and vision

Compensation Range: $90,000 - $95,000 USD

The salary range for this position is between $90,000 and $95,000 USD annually. There are several factors to consider including but not limited to, the role's responsibilities, experience, location, education/training, internal equity, and key skills. Your recruiter will provide more detailed information during the interview process.

MarketStar is firmly committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and to compliance with all federal, state, and local laws that prohibit employment discrimination. Reasonable accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. If you are an individual who identifies as someone with a disability and require reasonable accommodation(s) to complete any part of the job application process, please contact us at people.success@marketstar.com for assistance.

Job Description

AMD HP Channel Program Specialist

MarketStar is looking for an AMD HP Channel Program Specialist to support our AMD and HP channel business. This role is focused on driving channel execution, program governance, business insights, and sales operations that accelerate AMD-powered HP commercial PC growth. The AMD Channel Specialist serves as a key liaison between AMD, HP, distributors, and channel partners, ensuring successful execution of strategic initiatives, partner programs, inventory management, and performance reporting.

Location: Houston, TX (Field-Based/Hybrid)

Travel Requirements: This is a field-based position requiring regular travel and in-person engagement within an assigned geographic territory.

What Will You Do?

• Create and manage channel operations scorecards, quarterly executive dashboards, and AMD partner mix reporting to measure business performance and growth.
• Deliver quarterly business reviews and executive readouts on AMD mix performance across Smart Buy and Ignite partners.
• Provide weekly business updates summarizing key activities, support requirements, new product introduction (NPI) progress, and business priorities.
• Govern market development funds (MDF), incentive programs, funding allocations, and return-on-investment reporting to maximize program effectiveness.
• Consolidate and report on forecasts, pipeline health, partner activation, training participation, and overall program performance.
• Develop and distribute quarterly battlecards, competitive updates, and enablement materials to support channel sales teams.
• Manage bi-weekly inventory reporting and collaborate with stakeholders to address inventory risks and opportunities.
• Coordinate recurring NPI planning and synchronization meetings with AMD and category management teams.
• Maintain and report on the strategic demo funnel, including monthly reporting and recommendations to AMD stakeholders.
• Other applicable duties as assigned

What Will You Need to Succeed?

• Solid experience in channel operations, channel sales, partner program management, business development, sales operations, or related technology industry roles.
• Strong analytical skills with experience creating executive dashboards, scorecards, business reviews, and performance reporting.
• Experience managing forecasts, pipeline reporting, inventory analysis, program metrics, and operational business processes.
• Ability to work effectively across AMD, HP, distributors, channel partners, and internal stakeholders.
• Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to translate data into actionable business insights.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Power BI, CRM platforms, and reporting tools.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects, deadlines, and cross-functional initiatives simultaneously.
• Must reside within the Houston metropolitan area

What We Offer:

• Structured learning and career development programs
• Mental health program
• Generous Paid Time Off policy
• Paid medical leave
• Child/Dependent care reimbursement
• Education reimbursement
• 401k match, hardship loan program, access to financial wellness advisor
• Comprehensive healthcare coverage including medical, dental, and vision

Compensation Range: $90,000 - $95,000 USD

The salary range for this position is between $90,000 and $95,000 USD annually. There are several factors to consider including but not limited to, the role's responsibilities, experience, location, education/training, internal equity, and key skills. Your recruiter will provide more detailed information during the interview process.

MarketStar is firmly committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and to compliance with all federal, state, and local laws that prohibit employment discrimination. Reasonable accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. If you are an individual who identifies as someone with a disability and require reasonable accommodation(s) to complete any part of the job application process, please contact us at people.success@marketstar.com for assistance.