Parts Town

Senior Director, Manufacturer Partnerships

Parts Town$140K — $210K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5+ years in strategic partnerships or related fields.
  • Experience with OEMs in HVAC or industrial distribution.
  • Proven track record of managing complex enterprise partnerships.
  • Skilled in crafting business plans and negotiating agreements.
  • Strong leadership and team development experience.
  • Business and financial acumen with metrics analysis.
  • Willingness to travel for meetings and events.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and execute growth strategies for HVAC manufacturer partnerships.
  • Build relationships with senior OEM leaders as a strategic advisor.
  • Identify and negotiate with potential manufacturer partners.
  • Create and implement joint business plans for revenue growth.
  • Sponsor new program launches across organizational teams.
  • Lead business reviews, tracking partnership performance and outcomes.
  • Mentor and develop a high-performance team for program execution.

Benefits

  • Hybrid work schedule promoting work-life balance.
  • Quarterly profit-sharing bonus for all eligible employees.
  • Access to monthly IT stipend for professional needs.
  • Opportunities for volunteerism and team appreciation events.
  • Casual dress code to enhance workplace comfort.
  • On-demand pay options for financial flexibility.
  • Comprehensive health benefits including insurance and 401(k) match.
Full Job Description
Position at Parts Town

Senior Director, Manufacturer Partnerships

Perks
  • Parts Town Pride - check out our virtual tour and culture!
  • Quarterly profit-sharing bonus
  • Hybrid Work schedule
  • Team member appreciation events and recognition programs
  • Volunteer opportunities
  • Monthly IT stipend
  • Casual dress code
  • On-demand pay options: Access your pay as you earn it, to cover unexpected or even everyday expenses
  • All the traditional benefits like health insurance, 401k/401k match, employee assistance programs and time away - don't worry, we've got you covered.


The Job at a Glance

As the Senior Director, HVAC Manufacturer Partnerships, you will lead the strategy and growth of Parts Town's relationships with HVAC and HVACR original equipment manufacturers. You will build trusted relationships with senior OEM leaders, develop new partnerships, and work across the business to launch programs that drive profitable growth and long-term value for our partners and their customers.

A Typical Day
  • Develop and execute the strategy for growing Parts Town's portfolio of HVAC and HVACR manufacturer partnerships.
  • Build executive-level relationships with OEM leaders and serve as a strategic advisor on aftermarket parts, distribution, technology, and customer experience.
  • Lead the identification, development, negotiation, and conversion of prospective manufacturer partners.
  • Create joint business plans that drive revenue, profitability, product expansion, and stronger partner engagement.
  • Sponsor new program launches and expansions, ensuring alignment across Sales, Operations, Supply Chain, Marketing, Technology, Finance, and Customer Experience.
  • Lead executive business reviews, monitor partnership performance, and communicate results, opportunities, and risks to senior leadership.
  • Coach and develop a high-performing team responsible for manufacturer acquisition, account growth, and program execution.


To Land This Opportunity
  • 5+ years of progressive experience preferred in strategic partnerships, business development, enterprise sales, manufacturer relations, or strategic account management.
  • Experience managing comparable business verticals and building relationships with OEMs in HVAC, HVACR, industrial distribution, equipment manufacturing, aftermarket parts, building products, or a related industry.
  • A proven record of building and growing complex OEM or enterprise partnerships and engaging C-suite or senior executive leaders.
  • Experience creating business plans, negotiating agreements, and delivering measurable revenue or profitability growth.
  • Experience leading teams or influencing cross-functional partners through complex initiatives.
  • Strong business and financial acumen, including comfort with forecasts, margins, and performance metrics.
  • A collaborative, resourceful leadership style and the ability to travel nationally for manufacturer meetings and industry events.


About Your Future Team

Our HVAC Manufacturer Partnerships team is passionate about building long-term OEM relationships and finding better ways to support our partners and their customers. You will join a collaborative, high-performing team that combines strategic thinking with hands-on execution, embraces new ideas, and remembers to have some fun along the way.

At Parts Town, we value transparency and are committed to ensuring our team members feel appreciated and supported. We prioritize our positive workplace culture where collaboration, growth, and work-life balance are celebrated. The salary range for this role is $ 140,733- $ 210,238 which is based on including but not limited to qualifications, experience, and geographical location. Parts Town is a pay for performance-company. In addition to base pay, some roles offer a profit-sharing program, and an annual bonus depending on the role. Our comprehensive benefits package includes health, dental and vision insurance, 401(k) with match, employee assistance programs, paid time off, paid sick time off, paid holidays, paid parental leave, and professional development opportunities.

About Parts Town

Parts Town is a leading distributor of genuine OEM (original equipment manufacturer) foodservice equipment parts. The company was founded in 1987 and is headquartered in Addison, Illinois. Parts Town offers a wide selection of parts for commercial kitchen equipment, including refrigerators, ovens, and dishwashers. The company serves customers in the United States, Canada, and Europe. Parts Town has been recognized as one of the fastest-growing companies in the United States by Inc. magazine and has received numerous awards for its customer service and workplace culture.
Learn more about Parts Town
Size
1,000 employees
Industry
Founded
1987
5 Year Trend
+50%
Revenue
$500 million

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