Partner Marketing Manager

Kforce has a client in San Francisco, CA that is seeking a Partner Marketing Manager to help develop and execute integrated partner marketing programs, campaigns, and events. Summary: This role will support a balanced mix of partner-led initiatives across Independent Software Vendors (ISVs), System Integrators (SIs), Global System Integrators (GSIs), and Distributors/Resellers, driving awareness, pipeline, and adoption of client solutions. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced, matrixed marketing organization, is highly organized, and can operate independently while collaborating effectively with cross-functional stakeholders and external partners. Duties:

• Plan, develop, and execute joint marketing programs, campaigns, and events with ISV, SI, GSI, and Distributor/Reseller partners to drive awareness and demand
• Build and manage partner marketing plans, including timelines, deliverables, budget tracking, and performance metrics
• Coordinate partner events (virtual and in-person), including sponsorships, field events, webinars, and partner-led activities, from concept through post-event reporting
• Collaborate closely with Partner Sales, Alliances, Product Marketing, and broader Marketing teams to ensure alignment on messaging, positioning, and go-to-market priorities
• Develop partner-facing and customer-facing content (e.g., campaign assets, event promotions, emails, landing pages, social copy) in partnership with creative and digital teams
• Track, analyze, and report on the performance of partner marketing initiatives, providing insights and recommendations for optimization
• Manage multiple concurrent projects, ensuring on-time, high-quality delivery within scope and budget
• Maintain strong partner relationships through clear communication, program enablement, and ongoing coordination
• 5+ years of marketing experience (or equivalent) with a strong background in B2B marketing
• Proven experience planning and executing partner marketing programs, campaigns, and events, ideally with ISVs, SIs, GSIs, and/or Distributors/Resellers
• Experience working in a fast-paced, matrixed marketing organization, collaborating across sales, marketing, product, and operations teams
• Strong project management skills, with demonstrated ability to manage multiple complex initiatives simultaneously and independently
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to tailor messaging to partner and internal audiences
• Detail-oriented, with strong organizational skills and a bias for action and follow-through
• Familiarity with common marketing tools and platforms (e.g., marketing automation, CRM, webinar tools, event platforms) is a plus