Partner Development Manager

Since we opened our doors in 2009, the world of commerce has evolved immensely, and so has Square. After enabling anyone to take payments and never miss a sale, we saw sellers stymied by disparate, outmoded products and tools that wouldn't work together.

So we expanded into software and started building integrated, omnichannel solutions – to help sellers sell online, manage inventory, offer buy now, pay later functionality, book appointments, engage loyal buyers, and hire and pay staff. Across it all, we've embedded financial services tools at the point of sale, so merchants can access a business loan and manage their cash flow in one place. Afterpay furthers our goal to provide omnichannel tools that unlock meaningful value and growth, enabling sellers to capture the next generation shopper, increase order sizes, and compete at a larger scale.

Today, we are a partner to sellers of all sizes – large, enterprise-scale businesses with complex operations, sellers just starting, as well as merchants who began selling with Square and have grown larger over time. As our sellers grow, so do our solutions. There is a massive opportunity in front of us. We're building a significant, meaningful, and lasting business, and we are helping sellers worldwide do the same.

The Role

The Reseller Channel Partnerships team is responsible for defining, establishing, and scaling Square's growth via channel distribution partners. Reporting to the Head of Channel Partnerships, we are looking for an experienced business development manager to define and execute Square's partnership strategy with the Global ISV Community. We view ISV as a significant, untapped distribution channel for Square, and are looking for someone with the track record and relationships in this space to define and execute our approach. This is a highly visible position, with regular exposure to company leadership.

You Will

• Hunt! Recruiting ISVs/Resellers is the number one focus of the role
• As Partner Development Manager, your main focus will be to agree commercial terms with the leading ISVs, resellers, and other channel partners.
• Focus on driving distribution of Square's products through the Global ISV Community.
• Lead all aspects of deal execution with independence and autonomy: identifying and prioritizing targets, meeting with prospects, business case development, deal structuring, negotiating terms and contracts, closing/signing, and partnership launch
• Partner with internal teams, spanning Product Management, Marketing, Finance, Sales, Legal, and more
• Be accountable for the business results of your partnerships

You Have

• 8+ years of experience in signing, launching, and growing distribution partnerships with ISO's, ISV's and VAR's that have resulted in measurable new customer acquisition and revenue growth
• Deep knowledge of various operating models around merchant or partner introduction, on boarding, compliance and contracts
• An understanding of Integrated Payments and the interaction with POS Software, with the ability to troubleshoot technical issues (desirable not essential)
• Strong analytical skills with ability to demonstrate return on investment for partner initiatives
• Excellent project management skills and ability to lead cross-functional, global initiatives
• Strategic thinking with ability to identify and capitalize on new growth opportunities
• Outstanding communication and stakeholder management skills
• Preferred Qualifications:
  • Background in fintech or payments industry
  • MBA or equivalent advanced degree

 

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