Sr. Partner Development Manager – Amazon – Toronto, ON
Amazon Web Services Canada, Inc. is at the forefront of the next paradigm shift in computing, and we are looking for a world-class Sr. Partner Development Manager to lead our partnerships with key Systems Integrators, Managed Services Providers, Professional Services, and Management Consulting firms across Canada.
In this role, you’ll have the exciting opportunity to drive growth and adoption of AWS cloud infrastructure with top consulting partners and their customers in North America. Do you have the industry expertise and business acumen to position AWS as the platform of the future?
Overview of the Role: Senior Partner Development Manager
As a National Partner Development Manager managing a top AWS Consulting Partner, you will play a key role in driving the strategic direction and success of these partnerships. Your efforts will focus on building mindshare and increasing the adoption of AWS cloud services.
You will collaborate closely with internal teams including Partner Solution Architects (PSA), Partner Marketing Managers (PMM), and Partner Development Managers (PDM) to empower and enable our partners. By developing and executing go-to-market strategies for North America, you will help bring cutting-edge, business-impacting solutions to customers, driving customer success and exponential growth on the AWS platform.
Key Responsibilities
As the Sr. Partner Development Manager, you will:
- Work closely with the partner’s leadership team to develop revenue and growth plans for North America.
- Integrate with AWS Sales and Professional Services to drive joint sales engagements between AWS and partners.
- Engage the partner’s field sales organization, channels, and end customers to create and drive revenue opportunities for AWS.
- Develop and execute go-to-market strategies and business development plans for key markets with assigned partners, ensuring alignment with AWS strategy.
- Identify target customer segments and industry verticals with joint value propositions for AWS solutions.
- Ensure that partners have the technical resources and skills necessary to deliver AWS services and drive customer success.
- Provide partner feedback to internal AWS product teams to help guide future product developments and enhancements.
- Communicate partner capabilities and successes to AWS field sales, solutions architects, and business development teams.
- Prepare and present business reviews to AWS senior management, highlighting progress and strategic growth opportunities.
- Support complex contract negotiations, serving as a liaison to the AWS legal team.
- Collaborate with AWS Partner Solution Architects to define and build go-to-market solutions utilizing AWS services.
About the Team
At AWS, we embrace diverse experiences and encourage candidates from non-traditional backgrounds to apply. We value the unique perspectives that all individuals bring to the table, whether you’re early in your career or have taken an unconventional path. Our goal is to create an inclusive environment where every team member feels empowered to contribute.
Why AWS? As the most comprehensive and widely adopted cloud platform in the world, AWS has been at the forefront of cloud computing innovation. Our customers—from startups to Global 500 companies—rely on our cloud services to power their businesses. Join us, and you’ll be part of a team that is constantly pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in the cloud.
We prioritize work-life balance and believe that achieving success at work should never come at the expense of sacrifices at home. Flexibility is key to our working culture, and we strive to support our employees in achieving harmony between their personal and professional lives. When you’re supported, there’s nothing we can’t achieve together.
Mentorship and Career Growth
AWS is committed to fostering continuous learning and professional growth. Our employee-led affinity groups, mentorship programs, and career development resources are designed to help you grow into a well-rounded professional.
With opportunities for knowledge-sharing and access to world-class resources, you’ll have everything you need to take your career to the next level.
Basic Qualifications
To be considered for the Sr. Partner Development Manager role, candidates must meet the following basic qualifications:
- 5+ years of experience developing, negotiating, and executing business agreements.
- 5+ years of professional or military experience.
- Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
- Experience developing strategies that influence leadership decisions at the organizational level.
- Experience managing programs across cross-functional teams, building processes, and coordinating release schedules.
Preferred Qualifications
The following qualifications will set you apart as a strong candidate:
- Experience interpreting data and making business recommendations based on insights.
- Experience identifying, negotiating, and executing complex legal agreements.
- Proven ability to manage large-scale partnerships and foster collaborative success.
How to Apply
If you’re seeking a challenging and rewarding opportunity as a Senior Partner Development Manager, now is the perfect time to join the Amazon team. Take the next step in your career and apply today to be part of a dynamic, fast-growing environment!
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