Senior Partnership Manager

Location: [Hybrid]

Job Type: Full-time

We are looking for an experienced and strategic Senior Partnership Manager to join our business consulting company. In this role, you will be responsible for building, nurturing, and expanding strategic partnerships that align with our company’s goals and drive mutual success. The ideal candidate is a relationship builder with excellent communication skills, a deep understanding of business development, and the ability to identify and capitalize on growth opportunities.

· Partnership Strategy and Development:

• Develop and execute a comprehensive strategy to identify, onboard, and manage key partnerships.
• Analyze market trends and opportunities to propose innovative partnership models.
• Collaborate with leadership to align partnerships with overall business goals.

· Relationship Management:

• Build and maintain strong, long-term relationships with partners to foster loyalty and  collaboration.
• Build and maintain  strong, long-term relationships with partners to foster loya collaboration.
• Act as an advocate for partner needs within the organization.

· Negotiation and Contract Management:

• Negotiate terms and agreements with partners, ensuring mutual benefits and compliance with company policies.
• Oversee the  implementation and execution of partnership contracts and agreements.

· Performance Monitoring:

• Set KPIs for partnerships and regularly evaluate performance against targets.
• Prepare and present reports on partnership performance, including ROI analyses.

· Collaboration Across Teams:

• Work closely with internal teams, including business development, marketing, and operations, to maximize the value of partnerships.
• Support the development of joint marketing campaigns and co-branded initiatives with partners.

· Market Research and Intelligence:

• Stay updated on  industry trends, competitive landscape, and emerging opportunities to inform partnership strategies.
• Share insights and  recommendations with leadership to continuously refine the partnership approach.

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Business      Administration, Marketing, or a related field. A Master’s degree is a plus.
• Experience:
  • 5+ years of experience in partnership management, business development, or a related field, preferably within a consulting or professional services environment.
  • Proven track record of successfully managing and growing strategic partnerships.
• Exceptiona communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.) and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Interpersonal Skills:
  • Exceptional communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
  • Strong relationship-building abilities with a customer-focused mindset.
• Strategic Thinking: Ability to develop and execute long-term partnership strategies.
• Analytical Skills: Competence in analyzing data to drive decisions and measure partnership success.
• Adaptability: Comfortable working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.