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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$130K - $160K *

Drive strategic payment partnerships, enhancing user experiences through collaboration and execution of initiatives. Leverage expertise in fintech to manage relationships and align stakeholders, ensur...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Drive client success by managing and expanding a portfolio of accounts, leveraging data insights to create tailored strategies that enhance business performance and foster strong relationships with st...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$125K - $150K *

Elevate partner relationships in a strategic leadership role responsible for guiding a team and enhancing partner success through AI-driven workflows and high-touch service...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$120K - $150K *

Unlock potential by leading social commerce strategies across platforms like TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube. Drive revenue growth and optimize customer experiences through innovative, data-driven appr...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$65K - $285K *

Advance your career by driving sales growth in a dynamic territory. Manage distributor relationships, achieve sales quotas, and provide essential training while ensuring profitability and maintaining...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$65K - $285K *

Drive sales growth by managing distributor relationships and achieving quotas in a dynamic territory. Leverage strategic selling skills to uncover new opportunities and provide essential training, ens...

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5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $110K *

Shape strategic partnerships by managing a diverse ecosystem of collaborators, driving co-marketing initiatives, and optimizing lead generation efforts to enhance value and visibility for a dynamic gr...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$88K - $150K *

Champion global payroll solutions by managing ICP partnerships, streamlining processes, and driving growth across diverse markets. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance service delivery a...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$125K - $150K *

Drive the global strategy and execution of technology partnerships, enhancing revenue through active ecosystem engagement. You'll lead initiatives with top partners to boost joint go-to-market efforts...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Drive client growth and strategy for flagship TikTok Shop accounts, leading a team to optimize performance and execute innovative social commerce initiatives. Shape the future of digital commerce thro...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$101K - $132K *

Elevate your career by driving strategic partnerships with leading cloud providers. Collaborate across teams to enhance revenue growth and client satisfaction while managing key partner relationships...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Manage client relationships and drive revenue growth through strategic account planning, contract renewals, and performance analysis. Collaborate with teams to ensure client satisfaction and successfu...

Toronto, ONRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$105K - $125K *

Elevate your career by managing strategic partnerships and driving revenue growth. Collaborate with executive leaders, identify new opportunities, and enhance market presence while ensuring operationa...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$195K - $230K *

Drive growth by leading go-to-market strategies for TMC partnerships, building and executing plans from the ground up. Collaborate cross-functionally to influence product development and represent the...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Accelerate channel growth by leading a high-performing team of Channel Managers, establishing strategic partnerships, and driving execution across the ecosystem to enhance overall performance and deve...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in transforming employee onboarding processes through Workday, managing the entire project lifecycle from design to implementation. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure al...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$110K - $130K *

Optimize leadership effectiveness by partnering with engineering managers to foster a culture of coaching and accountability, enhancing employee experience and performance across the organization...

Toronto, ONRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Transform partner marketing strategies into measurable revenue streams by leveraging high-potential partnerships and executing targeted campaigns in regulated industries, focusing on enterprise and pu...

Toronto, ONRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $125K *

Elevate your career by managing Amazon DSP campaigns for multiple accounts, optimizing performance, and building strong client relationships. Drive insights and strategies while collaborating with cro...

New York, NYRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$110K - $130K *

Join us to deepen strategic partnerships and drive revenue growth through collaboration. You'll enhance G2's influence by managing partner relationships, optimizing integrations, and leading cross-fun...

Chicago, ILRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$115K - $145K *

Lead the lifecycle marketing strategy for partner-sourced users, enhancing activation, onboarding, and engagement. Collaborate cross-functionally to optimize experiences and drive measurable growth as...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Collaborate to transform events and marketing programs into impactful executive engagement and demand generation. Drive planning, execution, and analysis to enhance partner campaigns and optimize sell...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$220K - $250K *

Unlock potential by driving strategic partner relationships and collaborating across teams to enhance solution development, enabling partners to achieve measurable outcomes while promoting business gr...

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Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$96K - $181K *

Unlock potential by leading product strategy and driving growth in the Merchant Acquiring Payments sector. Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to enhance product offerings and delive...

Cleveland, OHRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

Champion ecosystem partnerships by managing relationships, driving co-selling efforts, and executing joint go-to-market strategies. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure successful integration and...

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6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 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.