Explore Partner Manager Jobs

Partner Managers build and grow the relationships that help businesses reach new customers, expand into markets, and deliver greater value. Browse vetted Partner Manager opportunities paying $100,000 or more on Ladders, including roles focused on strategic partnerships, alliances, and channel programs.

What Does a Partner Manager Do?

Partner Managers develop relationships with external organizations and coordinate plans that support shared business goals. Depending on the company, they may recruit and onboard partners, create joint go-to-market strategies, manage channel performance, and collaborate with sales, marketing, product, and legal teams. The role combines relationship management with commercial planning and execution.

Common Partner Manager Responsibilities

  • Identify, evaluate, and develop strategic business partnerships.
  • Build partner plans, programs, and joint initiatives that support revenue and growth targets.
  • Coordinate partner onboarding, enablement, communications, and ongoing engagement.
  • Track performance using pipeline, revenue, adoption, and other agreed-upon metrics.
  • Work across internal teams to resolve issues and improve the partner experience.
  • Negotiate agreements and support renewals in partnership with relevant stakeholders.

Skills for Partner Manager Jobs

Employers often seek strong communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills, along with the ability to manage complex projects and influence teams without direct authority. Commercial acumen, analytical thinking, and experience with CRM or partner relationship management tools can also be valuable. Requirements vary by industry, partner model, and seniority.

Find Your Next Partner Manager Role

Explore Partner Manager openings on Ladders to find opportunities aligned with your experience and career goals. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, helping experienced candidates discover roles in partnerships, business development, and channel leadership.

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$115K - $194K *

Lead the technical strategy for strategic partnerships, transforming partner needs into integrations and influencing product design. Collaborate with R&D to evaluate AI models and enhance GitLab's off...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Lead and innovate partner marketing strategies across diverse retail segments, managing a team to drive growth and enhance relationships. Collaborate cross-functionally to develop impactful campaigns...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Accelerate growth by managing and expanding relationships within a mid-market customer portfolio. Drive revenue through strategic account planning, collaboration with cross-functional teams, and effec...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$125K - $150K *

Champion enterprise growth by managing key client relationships, driving retention and revenue expansion. Leverage insights to create strategies, foster collaboration, and enhance client value through...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Help us drive growth by managing key accounts and generating new business opportunities. Leverage your consultative sales skills to build relationships and deliver tailored solutions for enterprise cl...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$107K - $171K *

Shape the market narrative for AI Agent Identity by leading product marketing initiatives. Own positioning, messaging, and commercial enablement for DNSid, translating complex innovations into compell...

United StatesRemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$85K - $135K *

Support growth by coaching client-facing professionals to enhance pipelines, advance opportunities, and strengthen client relationships. Collaborate with leaders to execute strategies and drive measur...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$130K - $140K *

Champion innovative account engagement strategies across the Americas, driving execution of tailored ABM programs. Collaborate with Sales and Marketing teams to enhance customer experiences and accele...

Boston, MARemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Join a dynamic team to oversee portfolio health, ensuring quality and operational alignment across studies. Drive performance visibility, manage risks, and facilitate client governance while fostering...

Johnson City, TNRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Drive growth by leveraging innovative SaaS solutions, building strong relationships, and meeting sales targets in a dynamic environment focused on transformative GTM strategies and customer success...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $160K *

Transform enterprise partnerships by driving AWS co-sell initiatives and building revenue-generating relationships within healthcare and financial services while collaborating closely with internal te...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leading product vision and strategy, driving customer insights to align with business goals. Collaborate across teams to deliver innovative solutions, ensuring impactful outcomes f...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $150K *

Drive growth by building relationships and exceeding sales quotas through effective prospecting and discovery calls. Join a dynamic team focused on revolutionizing the energy industry with innovative...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$130K - $150K *

Lead high-impact, cross-functional initiatives in Marketing Solutions, driving complex programs across multiple teams. Utilize project management expertise to ensure timely delivery, financial rigor...

San Antonio, TXRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$125K - $150K *

Join us in driving strategic partner relationships to enhance revenue growth and market expansion. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop innovative partner recruitment strategies and ensu...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$160K - $190K *

Drive strategic growth by managing key Pharma and Biotech accounts, engaging C-suite executives, and leading expansion sales processes. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance client experiences and...

United StatesRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$157K - $286K *

Lead the charge in building strategic partnerships that enhance our fintech ecosystem. Drive relationships with banks, fintechs, and consumer brands to deliver value for residents and property manager...

Richardson, TXRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$148K - $242K *

Drive growth by identifying and developing SAP solutions, working with sales teams and partners to create revenue opportunities and implement strategic sales initiatives across various customer segmen...

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Reposted 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $110K *

Shape your career by empowering sales teams with innovative enablement strategies. Collaborate across departments to enhance seller performance, drive revenue growth, and leverage AI tools for impactf...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$115K - $130K *

Drive seamless post-merger integrations by coordinating cross-functional teams, unifying processes, and fostering alignment. Lead initiatives that enhance operational efficiency and support future acq...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$160K - $200K *

Lead strategic business growth in the USA, focusing on market entry, key relationships, and executive negotiations. Build and manage a high-performance team while driving revenue and enhancing overall...

Ohio, USRemote

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Build and maintain strategic relationships with SAP account executives to drive pipeline development and co-sell activities, aligning customer needs with RTS capabilities across the Southern U.S. for...

Texas, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $170K *

Champion growth by managing strategic partnerships with enterprise service professionals. Leverage data-driven insights to drive retention and revenue, while building trusted relationships with execut...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$123K - $186K *

Transform the way ISV partners innovate by crafting compelling demos and strategic narratives that leverage our platform. Drive adoption and growth through technical expertise and problem-solving apti...

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Reposted 4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Unlock your potential as a Technical Project Manager, driving software delivery timelines and ensuring seamless project execution with engineering and product teams. Foster strong stakeholder relation...

Toronto, ONRemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Partner Manager do?question toggle

    A Partner Manager develops and manages relationships with external organizations to support shared goals such as revenue growth, customer reach, product adoption, or market expansion. Responsibilities may include partner onboarding, joint planning, enablement, performance tracking, and cross-functional coordination.

  • What qualifications are common for Partner Manager jobs?question toggle

    Qualifications vary by employer, but many roles value experience in partnerships, sales, business development, account management, or a related field. Communication, negotiation, project management, analytical ability, and industry knowledge are frequently useful.

  • What skills help Partner Managers succeed?question toggle

    Relationship building, clear communication, strategic planning, negotiation, and collaboration are important. Many roles also benefit from commercial judgment, data analysis, and familiarity with CRM or partner management platforms.

  • Where can I find Partner Manager jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Ladders features vetted professional job opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more. Browse its Partner Manager listings to explore roles across industries and partnership models.

  • Are Partner Manager and Partnerships Manager the same role?question toggle

    The titles can overlap, but scope differs by company. Partner Manager roles may focus on a specific set of partners, channels, or accounts, while Partnerships Manager roles may have broader responsibility for identifying and developing strategic relationships.