Director of Strategic Partnerships

HomeBuddy

90d • $130,000 - $140,000

About The Position

Welcome to HomeBuddy, where making a home awesome is like seeing a vision come to life! We are on a mission to create a friendly and trusted platform to connect homeowners with the right contractors across the US. What started as a small idea has become a fast-growing home improvement platform focusing on lead quality and long-term partnerships based on trust and mutual success. We are a growth-oriented company with a long-term outlook - our platform consistently and positively evolves based on data insights and the most up-to-date tools. This job is for you if you would like to work in a positive atmosphere where teamwork and trust in your colleagues are primary values. You succeed in an environment that values initiative and sharing feedback and where your suggestions and efforts are recognized and appreciated. You are used to taking responsibility for solving difficult tasks and are directly involved in how your efforts impact the final result. You’re excited to foster partnerships that drive client acquisition and strengthen the HomeBuddy brand within the home improvement industry; You thrive on collaborating across teams, including Sales, Marketing, and Senior Management. You have a talent for identifying and developing new partnership opportunities. You can leverage your network to connect with key decision-makers at target companies for new account acquisition. This role is full-time and offers home working flexibility anywhere in the U.S.

Requirements

• At least 3 years in a strategic partnership or business development role in the home improvement industry.
• Proven track record of developing partnerships within the home improvement industry.
• Deep knowledge of the industry in the US and the ability to speak at public events, trade shows, podcasts.
• Proven ability to create and scale partnership programs and referral networks.
• Extensive network in the US home improvement sector and strong reputation as a relationship builder.
• Experience collaborating across departments and aligning partnerships with company-wide goals.
• Able to travel to conferences and industry events - Up to 2 - 3 per month.

Responsibilities

• Develop, manage, and optimize strategic partnerships with industry associations, manufacturers, service providers, and other key players in the home improvement space.
• Build and manage HomeBuddy’s referral program as a scalable growth channel.
• Partner with industry organizations for webinars, trade shows, and conferences to increase visibility and engagement.
• Execute joint marketing campaigns with partners to expand reach and drive new business.
• Represent HomeBuddy at public events, speaking engagements, and through industry insights on platforms like LinkedIn.
• Implement and oversee processes, reporting, and tracking tools (e.g., HubSpot) to monitor and elevate partnership performance.
• Proactively identify new opportunities, leverage your network, and negotiate mutually beneficial agreements that drive measurable results.

Benefits

• Competitive base salary between $130,000 - $140,000 plus a quarterly bonus based off KPIs.
• Enjoy the freedom to work from anywhere without being tied to one place.
• Achieve a harmonious work-life balance with a flexible schedule tailored to your local needs, along with paid vacation, sick leave, and local holidays.
• Empower yourself with work equipment of your choice partially paid for by HomeBuddy and up-to-date apps and tools to maximize your productivity.
• Feel valued and appreciated with an industry-leading compensation package.
• Get recognized and rewarded for both outstanding individual efforts leading to extraordinary results and our team success.
• Enhance your well-being with our allowance program covering fitness activities and mental health programs.
• Learn and expand your knowledge by both working on complex tasks and using paid training opportunities, including courses, events, and conferences.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees