Corporate Planning & Management, Supplier Partnerships (Technology Business Development), Associate, New York

Goldman Sachs • New York, NY

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About The Position

The Corporate Planning & Management (CPM) division integrates financial
planning, spend management, third-party risk management, product management and
engineering teams to support strategic decisions across the firm. Within the
division,
Global Procurement strategically manages third-party engagement,
optimizing value and mitigating risks across the supply chain. Key functions
include Supplier Partnerships, Strategic Sourcing, Third-Party Risk Management
(TPRM), Procure to Pay (P2P), Travel, and Sustainable Operations driving
sustainability initiatives.

Within Supplier Partnerships, the Technology Business Development (TechBD) team
drives innovation and commercial impact by building strategic engineering
partnerships, supporting client engagement and strengthening the firm’s
connection to the startup, Fintech and investor ecosystem.

TechBD supports technology discovery, identifying emerging solutions aligned to
evolving business needs, and helps the firm to prioritize the right
opportunities. The team also delivers a 360-degree view of technology companies
across the firm, unifying client and vendor perspectives to enable more
strategic coordinated engagement. This dual lens strengthens decision-making
around partnerships, client relationships and market opportunities.

Acting as a bridge between external innovation and internal stakeholders, the
team enhances vendor strategy, deepens client engagement and unlocks new avenues
for growth.

Requirements

• 3-5 years of experience in Technology, Financial Services, or Consulting.
• Proficient technical acumen, business operations, and building strong professional relationships.
• 3+ years in advisory, investment, or relationship/stakeholder management.
• Demonstrated ability to leverage CRM tools for data management and reporting.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with a proven capacity to deliver presentations to senior executives.
• Execution-focused, results-oriented, and proactive, capable of managing multiple time-sensitive projects and shifting priorities.
• Demonstrated capacity to effectively manage complex tasks and mediating disputes with little oversight.
• Adept at working cooperatively with diverse groups, including technical experts and business-focused individuals.

Responsibilities

• Cultivate strategic relationships across firm-wide business units, Engineering and external technology companies, providing transparency and deriving commercial value.
• Facilitate alignment between business units, Global Procurement and Engineering, ensuring priorities and initiatives are synchronized.
• Provide insights on technology vendor engagement to support senior leadership interactions.
• Discover third-party technologies that address internal challenges.
• Monitor technology trends, FinTech, Venture Capital, and portfolio company landscapes to inform strategy and manage relationships.
• Maintain accurate CRM insights for opportunities and company engagements.
• Track and report on team activities and contribute to strategic decision-making.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees