Global Sports Tech & Partnerships Leader, Cloud & AI

Alibaba Cloud; Sunnyvale (CA); On-site; USD 156,000 - 256,000; Full time

Job summary

Alibaba Cloud is seeking a Business Development Manager based in Sunnyvale to lead high-level engagements with CXOs and stakeholders in the global sports sector.

You will own strategic partnerships, develop AI-enabled solutions, and drive growth for the global vertical. The role emphasizes cross-functional leadership, governance navigation, and industry-savvy strategy in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of high-impact experience within the global sports industry.
• Deep understanding of the global sports ecosystem and governance structures.
• Ability to navigate multi-stakeholder dynamics and major events.
• Direct public cloud sales experience is a plus, with strong cloud/AI market awareness.
• Extensive network of international sports orgs and corporate partners.
• Proven leadership of cross-border, cross-functional projects.

Responsibilities

• Independently initiate and lead executive engagements with CXOs and decision-makers in major events and governing bodies.
• Architect a robust AI, analytics and technology ecosystem leveraging Alibaba Cloud and Tongyi.
• Take accountability for the global vertical’s P&L and drive growth beyond targets.
• Design repeatable acquisition strategies and value chains for scalable wins.

Skills

C-Suite Engagement

Strategic Networking

Global Mindset

Leadership & Agility

Integrity

Industry Insight

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in STEM

Job description

Alibaba Cloud is seeking a Business Development Manager based in Sunnyvale to lead high-level engagements with CXOs and stakeholders in the global sports sector.

You will own strategic partnerships, develop AI-enabled solutions, and drive growth for the global vertical. The role emphasizes cross-functional leadership, governance navigation, and industry-savvy strategy in a fast-paced environment.