Strategic Partnership Full Time

Job Title: Manager – Strategic Partnership

Location: Lagos (Hybrid)
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Summary

• The Strategic Partnership Manager will play a pivotal role in identifying, establishing, and nurturing strategic partnerships that drive business growth and align with the company’s objectives.
• This role involves conducting market research, building and maintaining relationships with key decision-makers, negotiating and finalizing partnership agreements, and working closely with internal teams to ensure successful implementation and management of partnership.

Responsibilities
Identify Partnership Opportunities:

• Strategic Partnership Research and Analysis; Conduct comprehensive market research to identify potential partners that align with our strategic objectives. Stay informed about industry trends and competitor activities to uncover partnership opportunities.
• Strategic Alignment; Ensure potential partners align with our company’s vision, mission, and strategic goals.

Develop and Maintain Relationships:

• Relationship Building; Establish and nurture strong relationships with key decision-makers in target companies. Conduct regular meetings and presentations to showcase the benefits of collaboration. Networking; Attend industry events and conferences to network with potential partners.

Negotiate and Seal Deals:

• Negotiation; Lead negotiations to finalize partnership agreements, ensuring terms are mutually beneficial. Legal Coordination;Prepare and review contracts and legal documents in collaboration with the legal team to ensure compliance and protect company interests.

Coordinate with Internal Teams:

• Cross-Department Collaboration;Work closely with sales, marketing, product development, and other departments to ensure alignment and successful implementation of partnership initiatives.
• Reporting; Provide regular updates and reports to senior management on partnership activities and progress.

Manage Partnerships:

• Implementation Oversight; Oversee the implementation of partnership agreements to ensure objectives are met.
• Issue Resolution; Address and resolve any issues that arise during the partnership lifecycle promptly.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, or a related field.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in business development, sales, or partnership management.
• Proven track record of successfully negotiating and securing partnership deals.
• Strong understanding of market trends and industry dynamics.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Market Research skills

Application Closing Date
17th August, 2024.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: [email protected] using the job title as the subject of the mail.