Director of Strategic Partnerships

Drive Social Media • St. Louis, MO

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Drive Social Media is seeking a well-connected Director of Strategic Partnerships to pioneer a brand-new revenue channel for our organization. This is a foundational role where you will be the primary architect of an SMB / Mid-Market partnership sales channel.

Requirements

• You have the experience to build a new department but the nimbleness to get results while being autonomous as a team of one.
• You bring an established network of partners who already have the ear of business owners who look to you for new strategies to grow their businesses.
• You are a natural at building rapport over a lunch table and turning a casual vendor relationship into opportunities.
• You are used to working towards a monthly quota and are personally motivated by measurable impact and revenue growth.

Responsibilities

• Architect and launch Drive’s strategic partnership channel, establishing the playbooks for a brand-new revenue stream.
• Target and sell high-impact partners within industries that thrive on paid social, including restaurants, retail, and service-based businesses.
• Has an existing network, while actively building relationships with key vendors (accountants, POS providers, etc.) through lunches, coffee, networking groups and events to secure consistent, high-quality referrals.
• Create a pipeline of predictable sales through building your network and partnerships to hit monthly KPIS and revenue goals.
• Manage and nurture referral programs that reward partners for their loyalty and the quality of leads they provide.
• Have an informed opinion about the marketing landscape and how driving sales and revenue can bring value to partners.

Benefits

• Unlimited PTO Plan that encourages flexibility, accountability, and work-life balance.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Eligible for full health, dental, and vision within the first 90 days.
• 100% Covered Premiums: Drive pays 100% of premiums for STD, LTD, and Life Insurance.
• 401k Match: Up to a four percent match after your first full year at Drive.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director
• Education Level: No Education Listed