Manager, Analytics, Data Platform & Partnerships

Quad; Sussex (WI); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, prescription, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement savings

Paid time off

Holidays

Job summary

Quad is seeking a Manager, Data Partnerships & Licensing to help commercialize their data ecosystem. In this role, you will enable strategic partnerships and manage compliance to support client growth through effective data solutions.

The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience in data-driven marketing and partnering with data providers. Founded on comprehensive benefits, Quad promotes a diverse and inclusive workplace.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in data-driven marketing, data partnerships, or related roles.
• Experience with third-party data providers and data marketplaces.
• Strong understanding of privacy regulations like CCPA and GDPR.

Responsibilities

• Support relationship management with third-party data providers.
• Collaborate with internal teams to integrate third-party data.
• Ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Data partnerships & ecosystem development

Licensing & compliance awareness

Solution enablement

Cross-functional coordination

Client-focused communication

Commercial awareness

Job description

Rise is an award-winning, full-service Media Agency of Record backed by data and powered by people. We create omnichannel experiences using our proprietary tech stack and advanced analytics capabilities to help solve the unique struggles brands face today. Our approach, with transparency at its core, specializes in omnichannel media, commerce and retail media, advanced in‑home media, as well as content and creator marketing.

We offer Risers the opportunity to work in an ever‑evolving industry that fosters learning and development, provides an innovative work environment with diverse projects and clients, career advancement paths, a collaborative team environment, corporate social responsibility initiatives, an inclusive and diverse culture, and association with a reputable media agency. We’re looking for talent like you who can continue to elevate our work and culture.

Manager, Data Partnerships & Licensing

Role Overview

The Manager, Data Partnerships & Licensing supports the development and commercialization of Quad’s data ecosystem by enabling strategic data partnerships and licensing solutions. This role works closely with sales, product, legal, and data teams to position third‑party data assets, define usage rights, and ensure data solutions are effectively packaged and delivered to clients. Acting as a bridge between external data providers and internal teams, the role helps translate partner capabilities into market‑ready offerings that support client growth and Quad’s integrated marketing solutions.

Key Responsibilities

Sales Support & Commercial Enablement

• Partner with sales and account teams to incorporate third‑party and licensed data into client solutions.
• Support client conversations by explaining data sourcing, usage rights, and value propositions of external data assets.
• Contribute to proposals, RFPs, and client materials involving data partnerships and licensing components.
• Help position Quad’s data ecosystem, including owned and partner data, in a clear and differentiated way.

Data Partnership Management

• Support relationships with third‑party data providers, including onboarding, coordination, and ongoing collaboration.
• Assist in evaluating new data partners based on quality, coverage, compliance, and commercial viability.
• Maintain awareness of partner capabilities, data attributes, and applicable use cases.

Licensing & Compliance Coordination

• Work with legal and compliance teams to ensure proper use of licensed data, including adherence to contracts, privacy regulations, and usage restrictions.
• Help define and communicate data usage terms internally and externally.
• Ensure alignment between what is sold and what is contractually and operationally deliverable.

Solution Development & Integration

• Collaborate with internal teams to integrate third‑party data into audience solutions and campaign strategies.
• Help define how partner data enhances targeting, segmentation, and overall marketing effectiveness.
• Ensure data solutions are scalable, operationally feasible, and aligned with Quad’s capabilities.

Market & Capability Development

• Stay current on trends in data marketplaces, identity resolution, privacy, and third‑party data usage.
• Support development of go‑to‑market materials and internal education related to data partnerships.
• Identify opportunities to expand Quad’s data ecosystem through new partnerships or licensing models.

Experience

• 5+ years of experience in data‑driven marketing, data partnerships, data licensing, or related roles.
• Experience working with third‑party data providers, data marketplaces, or cooperative databases.
• Background in marketing services, data services, or ad‑tech/mar‑tech environments.

Capabilities

• Understanding of data licensing models, usage rights, and privacy considerations (CCPA, GDPR, etc.).
• Ability to translate complex data concepts into clear, practical applications for sales and clients.
• Experience supporting proposals and solution development in a client‑facing environment.
• Familiarity with how third‑party data is applied in direct marketing and/or omni‑channel campaigns.

Collaboration & Communication

• Strong cross‑functional collaboration skills across sales, legal, product, and data teams.
• Ability to manage multiple partners and priorities simultaneously.
• Clear communicator with both technical and non‑technical stakeholders.

Core Competencies

• Data partnerships & ecosystem development
• Licensing & compliance awareness
• Solution enablement
• Cross‑functional coordination
• Client‑focused communication
• Commercial awareness

We offer comprehensive benefits for eligible employees including medical, prescription, dental and vision insurance, 401(k) retirement savings, paid time off, holidays, and additional benefits.

Rise and Quad are proud to be equal opportunity employers. We are committed to creating a place of belonging — a space where employees do not need to sacrifice who they are to exist and grow in our workplace. Rise and Quad do not discriminate on any unlawful basis including race, religion, color, national origin, disability, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Rise and Quad also prohibit harassment of applicants and employees based on any of these protected categories.

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