Sr Manager, Payment Partnerships

PayPal•Chicago, IL

71d•Hybrid

About The Position

This job leads complex projects requiring an understanding of current business trends in payment partnerships. They participate in problem resolution, providing functional expertise to enhance strategies. This job involves developing relationships with key external stakeholders and identifying opportunities for global process improvements, ensuring effective execution of partnership strategies through collaboration with internal teams.

Requirements

Minimum of 12 years of relevant work experience and a Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.

Nice To Haves

Strong track record of managing global partnerships and delivering results in a complex, fast-paced environment.
Excellent negotiation and relationship-building skills.
Ability to think creatively and strategically, with a focus on long-term partnership success.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Exceptional communication and collaboration abilities, with experience working in cross-functional teams.
Possesses strong leadership skills to guide cross-functional projects, effectively communicating and collaborating with various stakeholders ranging from product, engineers, business partners, legal, and executive leadership at all organizational levels.

Responsibilities

Oversee tactical plans to execute the payment partnership strategy effectively.
Cultivate and manage relationships with mid-to-senior-level stakeholders at partner organizations.
Negotiate agreements that align with strategic goals and deliver value to both parties.
Coordinate with internal teams (e.g., product, marketing, legal) to implement partnership initiatives.
Monitor partnership performance metrics to ensure alignment with business objectives.
Identify opportunities for collaboration to enhance product offerings and market reach.
Respond proactively to changes in industry regulations and competitive trends.
Drive partnership goals and progress to internal stakeholders.
Facilitate knowledge sharing between internal teams and external partners to drive innovation.
Support the Director in shaping long-term strategies and preparing for executive-level discussions.