Sales Project Operations - Alliance Relationship

VML/WPPEnterprise Solutions•Chicago, IL

About The Position

WPP Enterprise Solutions designs, builds, and operates the growth systems that competitive businesses rely on. In a world where AI is reshaping how companies drive growth, we lead clients in business transformation and marketing modernization, connecting strategy directly to execution. Our 12,000 experts in engineering and platforms, commerce, consulting, content transformation, CRM, and CX work within a unified global operating unit across 40+ markets. WPP Enterprise Solutions works alongside best-in-class partners including Adobe, AWS, Braze, Google, Microsoft, Salesforce, and Shopify, as well as innovators in AI, to deliver growth solutions tailored to the needs of our clients’ businesses. VML, part of WPP, supports WPP Enterprise Solutions by helping brands activate transformation through creativity and experience. We are seeking a highly organized, proactive, and relationship-driven Alliance Sales Project Operations professional to be a critical lynchpin within our Global Adobe Alliance team. This role is instrumental in orchestrating the successful coordination and execution of joint sales pursuits with Adobe for our most strategic "Anchor" clients. Drawing on a blend of project management, stakeholder engagement, and problem-solving skills, you will ensure seamless collaboration, clear communication, and efficient progression of jointly identified opportunities, ultimately contributing to the growth and success of our global alliance.

Requirements

5+ years of experience in a project operations, alliance operations, sales operations, program management, or similar coordination-focused role, ideally within a global enterprise software or consulting environment.
Demonstrated experience in partner ecosystem management, specifically coordinating joint sales efforts or GTM activities with a major software vendor (e.g., Adobe, SAP, Oracle, Workday).
Proven ability to manage complex projects with multiple stakeholders across different organizations, driving initiatives from initiation to successful handoff.
Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to articulate complex situations clearly, influence without direct authority, and build strong relationships at all levels.
Strong problem-solving and conflict resolution capabilities, with a track record of addressing and resolving operational challenges effectively and diplomatically.
Highly organized and detail-oriented, with a proactive approach to managing cadences, tracking actions, and ensuring accountability.
Proficiency with project management tools (e.g., Jira, Asana, Microsoft Project), CRM systems (e.g., Salesforce), and collaboration platforms.
Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Project Management, or a related field.

Nice To Haves

Direct experience working with or within the Adobe ecosystem, understanding their sales motions and partner programs.
Experience in a global role, navigating cultural nuances and time zones effectively.
Certification in Project Management (e.g., PMP, PRINCE2) or Agile methodologies.
Experience in a client-facing role within a consulting or professional services organization.

Responsibilities

Own the end-to-end coordination with Adobe for active sales pursuits focused on our mutually agreed-upon "Anchor" clients, ensuring all joint activities are aligned, tracked, and moving forward efficiently.
Lead the planning, execution, and follow-up of kickoff workshops and strategic alignment sessions between our respective teams, ensuring clear outcomes, assigned actions, and accountability.
Proactively identify, address, and resolve operational or engagement-related escalation issues that arise during joint pursuits, acting as a critical bridge between our organizations to maintain momentum and positive working relationships.
Establish and maintain a robust communication cadence, ensuring transparent and timely information exchange between all relevant internal and Adobe teams, fostering a collaborative and well-informed environment.
Orchestrate the graceful and effective transition of jointly won client engagements to the designated delivery teams, ensuring all pertinent information, context, and client expectations are thoroughly communicated for successful project commencement.
Contribute to the continuous improvement of our joint pursuit processes, identifying best practices and efficiencies to scale our alliance operations globally.
Build and nurture strong, trusted relationships with key counterparts at Adobe and within our internal sales, solution, and delivery teams, promoting a unified approach to client engagement.