Channel MDF Administrator

Channel MDF Administrator

This role has been designed as ''Onsite' with an expectation that you will primarily work from an HPE office.

Who We Are:

Hewlett Packard Enterprise is the global edge-to-cloud company advancing the way people live and work. We help companies connect, protect, analyze, and act on their data and applications wherever they live, from edge to cloud, so they can turn insights into outcomes at the speed required to thrive in today's complex world. Our culture thrives on finding new and better ways to accelerate what's next. We know varied backgrounds are valued and succeed here. We have the flexibility to manage our work and personal needs. We make bold moves, together, and are a force for good. If you are looking to stretch and grow your career our culture will embrace you. Open up opportunities with HPE.

Job Description:

As a Channel MDF Administrator, you will play a critical role in supporting Hewlett Packard Enterprise's channel marketing operations by managing Marketing Development Funds (MDF). You will work closely with channel partners, distributors, and internal HPE teams to ensure proper allocation, compliance, and tracking of MDF investments. This position combines financial administration, process management, and partner engagement to maximize ROI and support HPE's go-to-market strategy.

Key Responsibilities

• Administer the end-to-end MDF process, including fund allocation, approval workflows, claims validation, and reimbursements.
• Act as the primary point of contact for channel partners regarding MDF processes, policies, and system usage.
• Ensure compliance with HPE corporate guidelines, audit requirements, and financial controls.
• Track, monitor, and report on MDF budgets, usage rates, and return on investment (ROI).
• Collaborate with Partner marketing managers, finance, and sales teams to align MDF activities with business priorities.
• Support quarterly and annual planning cycles, ensuring transparency of MDF spend and forecast accuracy.
• Provide training and guidance to partners and distributors on MDF systems, tools, and best practices.
• Identify process improvements and contribute to the continuous optimization of MDF operations.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Finance, or related field (or equivalent work experience).
• 3+ years of experience in marketing operations, finance administration, channel/partner management, or a related role.
• Strong understanding of channel marketing and partner ecosystems in the IT industry.
• Proficiency in Excel and financial tracking tools; experience with MDF/partner portals is preferred.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across teams and cultures.
• Fluent in English (additional languages a plus).

Key Competencies

• Analytical mindset with strong numerical and reporting skills.
• Process-driven with a proactive approach to problem solving.
• Customer- and partner-oriented attitude.
• High integrity and commitment to compliance.

What We Offer

• Opportunity to work in a dynamic, global IT environment with strong focus on innovation and partner success.
• Exposure to HPE's channel ecosystem and marketing operations.
• Career growth opportunities in marketing or partner management.

Additional Skills:

Accountability, Accountability, Action Planning, Active Learning, Active Listening, Bias, Business, Business Planning, Coaching, Commercial Acumen, Computer Literacy, Creativity, Critical Thinking, Customer Insights, Data Analysis Management, Data Collection Management (Inactive), Data Controls, Design Thinking, Empathy, Follow-Through, Growth Mindset, Intellectual Curiosity (Inactive), Long Term Planning, Managing Ambiguity, Market Analysis {+ 5 more}

What We Can Offer You:

Health & Wellbeing

We strive to provide our team members and their loved ones with a comprehensive suite of benefits that supports their physical, financial and emotional wellbeing.

Personal & Professional Development

We also invest in your career because the better you are, the better we all are. We have specific programs catered to helping you reach any career goals you have — whether you want to become a knowledge expert in your field or apply your skills to another division.

Unconditional Inclusion

We are unconditionally inclusive in the way we work and celebrate individual uniqueness. We know varied backgrounds are valued and succeed here. We have the flexibility to manage our work and personal needs. We make bold moves, together, and are a force for good.

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Job:

Marketing

Job Level:

Specialist

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