Alliance And Channel Manager

Summary

Join Degreed as the Alliance & Channel Manager for APAC and play a key role in developing and expanding strategic partnerships. You will drive revenue, execute go-to-market strategies, and enable partners to grow Degreed's presence in the region. This role demands strategic thinking, sales execution, and relationship management. Responsibilities include developing and managing strategic partnerships, driving revenue through partners, executing go-to-market strategies, enabling and supporting partners, collaborating cross-functionally, analyzing market trends, and reporting progress. The ideal candidate possesses 7+ years of experience in alliance/channel management, proven success in partner-led sales, and excellent communication and negotiation skills. Degreed offers a competitive compensation package and comprehensive benefits.

Requirements

• 7+ years of experience in alliance/channel management, business development, or sales, ideally in the enterprise HCM or learning technology space
• Proven success in managing partner-led sales strategies with a strong track record of meeting and exceeding revenue targets
• Self-motivated and entrepreneurial mindset, with the ability to navigate a fast-paced, high-growth environment
• Experience working across APAC markets, with an understanding of regional business practices and cultural nuances
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills to engage and influence senior stakeholders
• Ability to collaborate with internal teams and external partners to ensure joint success

Responsibilities

• Develop & Manage Strategic Partnerships – Build and grow relationships with global and regional partners, including system integrators, consulting firms, and technology providers
• Drive Revenue Through Partners – Enable partners to successfully position and sell Degreed’s solutions, ensuring partner-led revenue growth
• Execute Go-To-Market Strategies – Align partner initiatives with Degreed’s sales and marketing teams to execute joint business plans
• Enable & Support Partners – Provide training, tools, and resources to ensure partners have the knowledge and capabilities to drive customer success
• Collaborate Cross-Functionally – Work closely with internal teams (Sales, Marketing, and Customer Success) to execute partnership strategies effectively
• Analyze Market Trends – Stay informed on industry trends, competitor movements, and market dynamics to refine and optimize partnership strategies in the APAC region
• Report Progress & Insights – Regularly report key performance metrics, partnership successes, and challenges to leadership for continuous improvement

Preferred Qualifications

• Strategic Partnership Development – Proven ability to identify, establish, and nurture partnerships with system integrators, consulting firms, resellers, and technology providers
• Revenue Growth & Sales Execution – Track record of driving revenue through partner-led sales strategies and exceeding sales targets
• Go-To-Market Strategy – Experience creating and executing joint business plans with partners to ensure alignment with sales, marketing, and customer success teams
• Partner Enablement – Strong ability to equip partners with training, resources, and tools to drive successful adoption and implementation of Degreed’s solutions
• Cross-Functional Collaboration – Ability to work effectively across Sales, Marketing, and Customer Success teams to ensure seamless execution of partnership strategies
• Market & Competitive Intelligence – Understanding of APAC market trends, competitor landscape, and regional business dynamics to refine partnership strategies
• Relationship Management & Influence – Strong negotiation and interpersonal skills to build and maintain long-term strategic relationships with partners
• Cultural & Regional Expertise – Experience working across multiple APAC markets, with sensitivity to business and cultural nuances

Benefits

• Compensation: SGD 105,000 - SGD 160,000
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Flexible work arrangements