Strategic Partner Manager V

itD is seeking a Strategic Partner Manager V to lead and execute high-impact strategic partnerships supporting Company's AI Wearables organization. The ideal candidate will bring deep expertise in strategic partnerships, executive stakeholder management, cross-functional leadership, and product commercialization, along with a proven track record of managing complex external partnerships, driving product launch initiatives, and influencing executive-level business outcomes.

Location: On-site in New York, NY or Remote (EST hours preferred).

Pay Rate: Competitive, based on experience.

Duration: 8 months

We provide comprehensive medical benefits, a 401(k) plan, paid holidays, and more.
Please note that we are only considering direct W2 candidates at this time, as we are unable to offer sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage strategic partnerships with key external partners, serving as the primary relationship owner throughout the partnership lifecycle.
• Build and maintain executive-level relationships with partner organizations while providing strategic recommendations and business updates to senior leadership.
• Drive cross-functional initiatives involving Product, Engineering, Product Marketing, Marketing, Legal, Policy, Communications, and Operations teams to ensure successful partnership execution.
• Develop and execute partnership strategies that support product launches, business growth, and long-term strategic objectives.
• Lead executive meetings, partnership reviews, escalation discussions, and deal implementation activities with internal and external stakeholders.
• Identify partnership risks, resolve complex business challenges, and proactively recommend strategic solutions.
• Analyze partner performance, market opportunities, and competitive landscapes to identify growth opportunities and strengthen strategic relationships.
• Develop scalable workflows and operational processes that improve partnership execution from deal development through product launch.
• Interpret partnership agreements and collaborate with legal teams to ensure contractual compliance and successful execution.
• Travel periodically within the United States to support strategic partner engagements and executive meetings.

Internal Responsibilities

• Attend regular internal practice community meetings.
• Collaborate with your itD practice team on industry thought leadership.
• Complete client case studies and learning material (blogs, media material).
• Build out material to contribute to the Digital Transformation practice.
• Attend internal itD networking events (in person and virtual).
• Work with leadership on career fast-track opportunities.

Required Qualifications and Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
• 8+ years of experience managing strategic partnerships within the technology or consumer electronics industry.
• Proven experience owning complex external partnerships and executive-level stakeholder relationships.
• Experience leading cross-functional initiatives from strategic planning through product launch.
• Strong business judgment with the ability to prioritize competing initiatives and resolve complex partner issues.
• Experience managing executive escalations and influencing internal and external VP-level stakeholders.
• Experience interpreting commercial agreements and collaborating with legal teams.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, presentation, and relationship management skills.
• Ability to thrive in highly ambiguous, fast-paced, matrixed technology environments.

Preferred Qualifications and Skills

• MBA or other advanced business degree.
• Experience in consumer electronics, AI devices, wearables, accessories, or hardware partnerships.
• Management consulting background with client-facing strategic partnership experience.
• Previous experience at Meta or another large-scale technology company.
• Strong technical aptitude with an interest in AI, wearable technologies, and emerging consumer products.
• Experience managing international or enterprise-scale strategic partnerships.
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally for business engagements.

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field required.
• MBA preferred.