Manager of Technology Partnerships
Browzwear
Description
About Us:
Browzwear is a leading provider of 3D fashion design software that revolutionizes the apparel industry by enabling a digital workflow from concept to commerce. Our innovative solutions empower brands and manufacturers to reduce time-to-market, enhance collaboration, and achieve sustainable practices.
Job Summary:
We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Manager of Technology Partnerships to join our team and drive strategic collaborations and integrations with technology partners. This role is pivotal in expanding Browzwear’s ecosystem, enhancing our product offerings, and delivering value to our clients through innovative technology solutions.
Key Responsibilities:
Partnership Management:
- Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with current and potential key technology partners and industry influencers.
- Develop and maintain a deep understanding of partner products/technology and their alignment with our offerings.
- Serve as the primary point of contact for all partnership-related inquiries and communications.
Contract and Renewal Oversight:
- Negotiate, draft, and manage partnership contracts, ensuring compliance and alignment with company objectives.
- Oversee the renewal process, ensuring timely and favorable terms for both parties.
- Monitor contract performance and enforce terms and conditions as needed.
Strategic Development:
- Develop and execute a comprehensive strategy for identifying, evaluating, and managing technology partnerships that align with Browzwear’s business objectives and product roadmap.
- Develop and implement strategies to maximize the value of each partnership.
Cross-functional Collaboration:
- Oversee the integration of partner technologies with Browzwear’s platform, ensuring seamless interoperability and enhanced functionality for end users.
- Work closely with teams including product development, sales, marketing, legal, and finance teams to ensure successful partnership implementation and go to market strategies.
- Provide regular updates and insights to senior leadership on partnership performance and opportunities.
- Facilitate communication and collaboration between internal teams and external partners.
Market Leadership:
- Conduct market research to identify emerging technologies, potential partners, trends, opportunities, and competitive dynamics to enhance Browzwear’s competitive edge.
- Develop and deliver comprehensive reports on partnership activities, performance metrics, and strategic recommendations.
- Represent Browzwear as a thought leader at industry events, conferences, and webinars, sharing insights on technology trends and partnership strategies.
Requirements
Qualifications:
Education and Experience:
- Degree in Business Administration, Engineering, Computer Science, Marketing, or a related field.
- 5+ years of experience in technology partnership management, preferably within the software and/or fashion technology industry.
Skills and Competencies:
- Proven track record of successfully developing, managing and growing technology partnerships.
- Strong negotiation, communication, and relationship-building skills.
- Strategic thinker with the ability to align partnership goals with broader business objectives.
- Strong understanding of technology, software development lifecycle and integration modalities.
- Excellent project management and organizational abilities.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
- Strong problem solving and analytical skills with the ability to creatively apply technology to the industry
- Nice to have fashion: fashion industry background / experience
Personal Attributes:
- Self-motivated and proactive with a strong sense of ownership and accountability.
- Adaptable and resilient, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
- Passion for technology and innovation, with a keen interest in industry trends and developments.