AI Alliance Manager

GN Group

1d•$120,000 - $160,000

About The Position

Leader/Specialist with major impact on the success of a department or a key project delivery. Executes independently on given operational plans and/or delivers defined significant projects with a direct impact on the local functions’ success. Challenges processes and practices identifying opportunities for continuous improvement.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field; equivalent practical experience will be considered.
5–8+ years of experience in strategic alliances, technology partnerships, business development, or ecosystem management within SaaS, cloud, or enterprise technology organizations.
3+ years of experience working with AI, data, cloud, or emerging technology platforms (e.g., AI/ML, GenAI, agentic AI, enterprise software platforms).
Demonstrated experience developing and executing solution co-development and proof-of-concepts.
Proven ability and mindset to proactively identify, engage, and develop new strategic partners, from initial outbound outreach and vision alignment through proof‑of‑concept execution and solution co‑development in support of product‑market fit.
Experience working with major technology ecosystem partners such as hyperscalers, platform providers, ISVs, or system integrators (e.g., Microsoft, AWS, Google Cloud, OpenAI, NVIDIA, or equivalent).
Proven ability to operate independently as an individual contributor in a global, matrixed organization, managing multiple partnerships and stakeholders across regions.
Strong executive communication skills, with the ability to translate complex technical or AI concepts into clear business and partner value propositions.

Nice To Haves

MBA or Master’s degree preferred, particularly with a focus on strategy, technology management, or innovation.

Responsibilities

Identify and shape AI-enabled use cases that are strategically important to alliance partners and differentiate for Jabra. Leverage partner platforms (Microsoft, Zoom, Google) to co-create solutions that drive partner preference, early access, and roadmap alignment. Secure co-development commitments and define solution architectures that articulate why partners need Jabra to succeed.
Enable the dialogue for co-development of reference architectures, joint pilots, and early-access programs tied to partner launches, leveraging our R&D dept. Translate partner AI/ML capabilities (SDKs, APIs, Copilot/Agent frameworks) into Jabra-specific advantages. Ensure all initiatives have a defined path to scale and GTM adoption.
Lead concepts from ideation through prototype, pilot, and readiness for global rollout. Define pilot success criteria that include technical validation and scalability signals. Partner with Product Management to ensure outcomes are prioritized, productized, and launch-ready. Design for reuse, repeatability, and partner amplification from day one.
Collaborate with Alliances and GTM teams to translate solutions into partner-led narratives, demos, and enablement assets. Support the creation of repeatable joint value propositions for partner field teams and channels. Contribute to measurable outcomes such as pipeline influence, attach, or platform-driven demand.
Act as an internal authority on multimodal AI, agentic workflows, and edge-to-cloud architectures relevant to enterprise collaboration. Educate Product, Engineering, and GTM teams on partner platform direction and implications for Jabra’s roadmap. Help shape long-term innovation priorities that align with alliance strategy and enterprise growth goals.