Partner Development Manager - Americas

Rocket Lab; Toronto; Remote; CAD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in geospatial atmospheric data seeks a Partner Development Manager to expand its presence in the Americas. This remote role involves developing and managing relationships with partners to drive growth for satellite-based methane emissions solutions. Candidates should possess a business or engineering degree and proven success in partnership roles, preferably in the environmental sector.

Benefits

Competitive salary & bonus + stock options

Comprehensive benefits

Statutory leave + paid time off

Remote work with travel opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven track record of building and managing partnerships, reseller networks.
• Experience in remote sensing sales or environmental sustainability is desirable.
• Spanish language skills are an asset for partnerships in Latin America.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing the partnership strategy and building a reseller network.
• Develop and maintain relationships with key partners.
• Drive revenue growth and expand the reseller network in the Americas.

Skills

Negotiation

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Strategic Thinking

Business Acumen

Education

Bachelor's degree in business, marketing, engineering, or a related field

Job description

Partner Development Manager, Americas - Remote (Toronto, New York, Washington D.C or Houston, TX)

GHGSat offers greenhouse gas detection, measurement, and monitoring services to industrial and government customers around the world. The company uses its own satellites and aircraft sensors, combined with third-party data, to help industrial emitters better understand, control, and reduce their emissions.

As GHGSat continues its journey to build the world's leading geospatial atmospheric data platform, we are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Partner Development Manager to help expand our presence in the Americas. As the Partner Development Manager, you will report directly to the Director of Partnerships and play a key role in driving growth by developing and managing relationships with partners, resellers, and distributors within the Americas region. Your focus will be on executing our regional partnership strategy to increase market penetration for our satellite-based methane emissions monitoring solutions.

Responsibilities:

Partnership Strategy Development:

• Assist the Director of Partnerships in developing and implementing the partnership strategy to build a strong reseller network for our satellite and aircraft-based methane emissions monitoring solutions.
• Identify potential partners, resellers, and distributors in target markets and industries.
• Conduct market research and analysis to identify emerging trends, market opportunities, and potential strategic partnerships.
• Support the Director of Partnerships in aligning regional partnership initiatives with global business objectives.

Partner Relationship Management:

• Develop and maintain strong relationships with key partners, resellers, and distributors throughout the Americas.
• Collaborate with partners to define joint value propositions, pricing models, and go-to-market strategies.
• Provide ongoing support, training, and resources to partners to ensure their success in selling and promoting our products.
• Track and evaluate partner performance, providing regular feedback and alignment with the company’s goals.
  

Business Development:

• Drive revenue growth in the Americas region by expanding our reseller network and increasing market penetration.

• Identify and negotiate new partnership opportunities, including reseller agreements, channel partnerships, and strategic alliances within the Americas.

• Track market trends, competitor activities, and customer feedback within the Americas to inform product and business development strategies.
  

Cross-Functional Collaboration:

• Collaborate closely with the sales, marketing, product, and engineering teams to ensure effective communication and alignment of partnership initiatives.

• Act as the bridge between partners and GHGSat's direct sales force to augment its reach and effectiveness.

• Provide input and regional feedback to product development teams based on partner and customer insights.

• Work with the marketing team to develop co-marketing programs and collateral to support partner initiatives in the region.
  

Reporting and Analysis:

• Assist in tracking metrics and key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the success and impact of partnership programs.

• Prepare reports and presentations on partnership activities, progress, and outcomes with the Director of Partnerships for executive leadership and other stakeholders.
  

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in business, marketing, engineering, or a related field.
• Spanishlanguage skills are an asset, particularly for supporting communications with partners in Latin America and other Spanish-speaking regions.

• Proven track record of successfully building and managing partnerships, reseller networks, or distribution channels preferably within the Americas region.

• Experience either in remote sensing sales or the environmental sustainability industry with a focus on emissions monitoring is highly desirable.

• Strong business acumen and understanding of regional market dynamics and trends.

• Excellent negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills.

• Demonstrated ability to think strategically, identify opportunities, and execute partnership strategies.

• Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams across time zones without direct authority.

• Self-motivated, results-oriented, and able to thrive in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment.

• Competitive salary & bonus + stock options for all full-time employees

• Full comprehensive benefits

• Statutory leave + paid time off

• Remote work with travel opportunities
  

GHGSat offers a creative and highly-motivating work environment. We offer competitive salaries, health and social benefits including flex-time and continuing development. We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. GHGSat is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, age, or other legally protected status. If you would like to request an accommodation, please notify your Recruiter.