SaaS Partnerships Specialist
Cornell Finance Club · Hoffman Estates, IL · 2 wk ago
OTHRFull-time
About the role
We're looking for a SaaS Partnerships Specialist to own our partnership program from prospecting through integration and beyond. This role sits at the intersection of business development and technical coordination.
Responsibilities
- Identify and reach out to potential SaaS and platform partners
- Own outreach, follow-up, and negotiation through signed partnership
- Coordinate with the tech team to scope integration requirements and manage onboarding
- Build partnership collateral: technical one-pagers, pitch materials, onboarding guides
- Manage the ongoing relationship with active partners, including technical check-ins
- Track program performance and periodically revisit strategy and prioritization
- Serve as the connective point between partners, Growth, and tech
Requirements
- 4+ years of experience in partnerships, business development, or a SaaS-adjacent client-facing role
- Comfortable discussing integration requirements and coordinating with technical teams
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, including negotiation
- Experience managing a full partnership lifecycle, not just outreach or just account management
- Self-directed, with a high ownership mindset and strong follow-through
- Interest in SaaS, marketplaces, or technology partnerships
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Communications, or a related field
- Experience with API-based integrations, technical partnerships, or the domain/branding space is a plus
Skills
- Excellent communication and negotiation skills
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
- Strong organizational and project management skills
- Experience with CRM tools and/or partnership management platforms
Benefits
401(k), dental insurance, health insurance, paid time off, vision insurance
Pay
TBD
Schedule
TBD