AI Partnerships Architect – Growth & Co-Sell Strategy

CO1000 CDW, LLC; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 125,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Benefits overview

Job summary

CDW is seeking an AI Partner Strategy leader in Chicago to own annual and quarterly partner plans, translating roadmaps into actionable CDW plays and co-sell programs. You will enable field teams with sales plays, drive joint campaigns, and manage partner investments to grow a productive AI ecosystem.

You’ll engage with executives, build strategic partnerships with major tech brands, and lead cross-functional efforts across Sales, Marketing, and Services—while navigating a dynamic technology

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; 5+ years in sales/marketing/project management.
• Excellent verbal and written communication, with ability to interact with executives.
• Proven ability to build strategic partner relationships with major tech brands and alliances.
• Experience with CRM systems (Salesforce) and deal tracking.

Responsibilities

• Own annual and quarterly AI partner plans, defining growth targets and pipeline.
• Translate partner roadmaps into CDW plays and co-sell programs with priority use cases.
• Enable field teams with sales plays and technical readiness for partners.
• Develop joint campaigns with Marketing and Services to drive profitable growth.
• Manage partner investments (MDF, co-sell) and report portfolio performance.

Skills

Sales experience

Marketing experience

Project management

Executive communication

Strategic thinking

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Salesforce

Job description

CDW is seeking an AI Partner Strategy leader in Chicago to own annual and quarterly partner plans, translating roadmaps into actionable CDW plays and co-sell programs. You will enable field teams with sales plays, drive joint campaigns, and manage partner investments to grow a productive AI ecosystem.

You’ll engage with executives, build strategic partnerships with major tech brands, and lead cross-functional efforts across Sales, Marketing, and Services—while navigating a dynamic technology