Partner Alliance Manager, Community Ecosystem

Dayforce US, Inc.; Minnesota; Remote; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in human capital management is hiring a Partner Alliance Manager. This role focuses on managing and activating strategic relationships with HR advisory firms to drive business opportunities. Candidates must have extensive experience in partnerships and a strong sales mindset, with a passion for personal and professional growth.

Benefits

Excellent time away from work programs

Comprehensive wellness initiatives

Competitive pay and benefits

Volunteer days

Support for personal growth

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in partnerships, sales, or business development, preferably in SaaS, HCM, or HR technology.
• Proven track record with advisory firms to drive pipeline and sales.
• Strong relationship management and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of strategic HR advisory partners to influence new business opportunities.
• Drive alignment between Dayforce Sales teams and advisory firms.
• Develop and track partner-influenced pipeline and conversion rates.

Skills

Partnership Management

Sales

Business Development

Relationship Management

Communication

Tools

Salesforce

Job description

Partner Alliance Manager, Community Ecosystem

United States

Job Description

Posted Tuesday, June 10, 2025 at 4:00 AM | Expires Friday, July 11, 2025 at 3:59 AM

Dayforce is a global human capital management (HCM) company headquartered in Toronto, Ontario, and Minneapolis, Minnesota, with operations across North America, Europe, Middle East, Africa (EMEA), and the Asia Pacific Japan (APJ) region. Our award-winning Cloud HCM platform offers a unified solution database and continuous calculation engine, driving efficiency, productivity and compliance for the global workforce. Our brand promise - Makes Work Life Better TM - Reflects our commitment to employees, customers, partners and communities globally.

Location :Work is what you do, not where you go. For this role, we are open to remote work and can hire anywhere in the United States.

About the opportunity
Dayforce is seeking a results-driven Partner Alliance Manager – Community Ecosystem to manage and activate relationships with strategic HR advisory firms across the Americas. This role is focused on leveraging those relationships to influence sales opportunities, generate partner-sourced pipeline, and strengthen Dayforce’s presence in competitive deals.

Reporting to the Sr. Director, Community Ecosystem – Americas, this individual will work closely with Sales, Marketing, and Field Alliance Directors to align partner influence with Dayforce’s go-to-market priorities. The ideal candidate brings strong relationship management skills, a sales-first mindset, and experience working within complex partner ecosystems.

What you’ll get to do

• Manage a portfolio of strategic HR advisory partners to influence new business opportunities and support sales cycles
• Drive alignment between Dayforce Sales teams and advisory firms to identify shared opportunities and accelerate deals
• Develop joint activity plans that include referrals, influence plays, and executive alignment to expand partner impact
• Track and report on partner-influenced pipeline, sourced opportunities, and conversion rates
• Collaborate with Field Alliance Directors and Sales leadership to ensure partner involvement in key accounts
• Enable partners with Dayforce messaging, content, and resources to strengthen their advisory recommendations
• Coordinate co-branded events, thought leadership, and field engagement opportunities
• Serve as the main point of contact for partner communications and operational support
• Support partner tiering, performance reviews, and ongoing governance efforts

Skills and experience we value

• 8+ years of experience in partnerships, sales, or business development, preferably in SaaS, HCM, or HR technology
• Proven track record of working with advisory firms, influencers, or consultants to drive pipeline and sales outcomes
• Strong communication and relationship management skills, with the ability to build trust at multiple levels
• Familiarity with enterprise sales motions and how third-party advisors influence customer decision-making
• Experience using Salesforce and other CRM or PRM systems to track partner activities and results
• Self-motivated, organized, and able to operate effectively in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment

What’s in it for you

Dayforce is fueled by the diversity of our talented employees. We are an equal opportunity employer and consider and embrace ALL individuals and what makes them unique. We believe our employees should be happy and healthy, with peace of mind and a sense of fulfillment.

We encourage individuals to apply based on their passions.

Dayforce encourages personal and professional growth. We offer excellent time away from work programs, comprehensive wellness initiatives and recognition through competitive pay and benefits.

With a commitment to community impact, including volunteer days and our charity, Dayforce Cares we provide opportunities for you to thrive both in your career and personal life. Our focus is not just on your job but on supporting you to be the best version of yourself.

About the Salary Ranges

Please note that the salary range mentioned in this job description should serve simply as a guide. The final compensation offered may vary based on a variety of factors, including bonuses and/or incentives, or a candidate’s experience, skills, budget and location. Our company is committed to providing a fair, equitable, and competitive package that reflects the value an individual brings to the organization.

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