As a Strategic Partner Manager, drive growth for Microsoft Gaming by managing partnerships, analyzing cloud gaming funnels, and executing marketing strategies.
1. General
- Job Title: Strategic Partner Manager
- Type: Contract
- Level: Mid-Level
- Location: Remote, prefers PST time zone but not required
- Workplace: Remote
- Duration: ASAP to June 30th, 2024, with strong potential for extension.
2. About the job
- How would you develop and manage strategic partnerships with major technology brands?
- How do you analyze and improve conversion rates in the cloud gaming funnel?
- How do you lead cross-functional teams to execute go-to-market strategies?
- How do you track and report on campaign success metrics?
- How do you establish best practices and processes for partner management? Do such questions intrigue you?
3. Summary of the opportunity
- Client Overview: We are hiring for a cutting-edge technology company in the gaming industry.
- Role Summary: As a Strategic Partner Manager, you will drive the next wave of growth for Microsoft Gaming by targeting the New-to-Xbox audience with Mobile and Cloud Gaming solutions. You will manage strategic partnerships with major technology brands, analyze and improve the cloud gaming funnel, and lead cross-functional teams to execute go-to-market strategies, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives.
4. What are the key responsibilities?
- Responsibilities and Duties:
- Conduct cloud gaming funnel analysis and develop conversion improvement strategies.
- Manage relationships with established technology brands and identify expansion opportunities.
- Lead go-to-market program management, including calls, project statuses, and cross-team introductions.
- Track deliverables, execute campaigns, manage reviews, and handle partner communications.
- Maintain strategic partnership roadmaps and report on executed programs' success metrics.
- Match partners' target market motivations with appropriate game titles for strategic title alignment.
- Innovate and document processes, create guides, and establish best practices.
- Define OKRs, maintain reporting on campaigns, and evaluate success against strategic goals.
5. What experience are we looking for to drive success?
- MUST-Have Skills and Qualifications:
- 5-7 years of experience in strategic partner management, particularly with big technology partners.
- Strong verbal and written communication, problem-solving, attention to detail, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently and manage time effectively.
- Proficiency in Excel and Power BI for data analysis and presentation.
- Strong PowerPoint skills for creating compelling presentations.
- Experience with subscriptions and understanding of funnel management.
- Preferred Skills and Qualifications:
- Passion for gaming and understanding of cloud gaming.
6. So calling all top performers
- Exciting Opportunity: This role provides the opportunity to work in the groundbreaking cloud gaming space and the fast-growing subscription business space. It offers exposure to top partners in the technology industry and a well-rounded scope involving program management and long-term strategy development.
- Competitive Compensation: Competitive hourly rate offered.
- Application Process: To apply for this role, please apply online or email your resume to [email protected], highlighting your relevant experience and qualifications. Please ensure that your application provides accurate information.
- About this posting: This description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this position. The actual duties, responsibilities, and qualifications may vary based on assignment.
- Equal Employment Opportunity: We are committed to diversity and inclusion. We have a non-discrimination policy and encourage diverse candidates to apply. Accessibility and accommodation options are available for applicants upon request.
In conclusion: Don't miss out on this exciting opportunity to join our team and make a meaningful impact! Apply today! Please feel free to drop in your resume at [email protected].
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