Partner Development Manager

Partner Development ManagerAt Braze, we have found our people. We're a genuinely approachable, exceptionally kind, and intensely passionate crew.We seek to ignite that passion by setting high standards, championing teamwork, and creating work-life harmony as we collectively navigate rapid growth on a global scale while striving for greater equity and opportunity – inside and outside our organization.To flourish here, you must be prepared to set a high bar for yourself and those around you. There is always a way to contribute: Acting with autonomy, having accountability and being open to new perspectives are essential to our continued success.Our deep curiosity to learn and our eagerness to share diverse passions with others gives us balance and injects a one-of-a-kind vibrancy into our culture.If you are driven to solve exhilarating challenges and have a bias toward action in the face of change, you will be empowered to make a real impact here, with a sharp and passionate team at your back. If Braze sounds like a place where you can thrive, we can't wait to meet you.About the RoleThe Partner Development Manager's (PDM) will play a pivotal role in accelerating Braze's commercial growth through our Global Strategic Technology Partners (GSPs). This role focuses on executing regional go-to-market strategies with the GSP Tech portfolio, AWS, Google, Snowflake Databricks, and Shopify, ensuring Braze maximizes pipeline health, marketplace growth, and joint customer integrations.PDMs work in close collaboration with GSP Tech Leads and Commercial Partnership Leads (CPLs) to translate global partnership strategy into regional execution and revenue impact.Location: AMER, EMEA Reports to: VP, Strategic Technology PartnersWhat You'll DoEnablement & EvangelismAct as a regional champion for Braze within partner field organizations - Partnerships, Sales, and Industry teams, specifically.Educate partner field teams (Partnerships, Sales, Industries, etc.): "Why Braze – what's in it for me?"Support CPLs with regional enablement to Braze Sales: "Why Cloud Marketplace for my deal?"Marketplace GrowthEvolve Braze's marketplace engagement from reactive ? proactive.Use Propensity-to-Buy (P2B) scoring and Tackle.io Cloudographic data in Salesforce to identify high-value opportunities for CPLs to drive with Braze SalesDrive increased new business distribution via AWS, Google Cloud, and Snowflake (eventual) marketplaces (in addition to renewals business).Pipeline ManagementWork with CPLs to ensure accurate, up-to-date regional pipeline data in Salesforce and partner systems (i.e., AWS ACE)Maximize partner incentive programs (i.e., AWS MPOPP) via pipeline data hygieneAccount EngagementSupport CPLs as needed on joint account pursuits with Braze Account Executives and partner Field Sales Reps.Guide teams through marketplace-specific funding and incentive programs, as needed.Help CPLs engage GSP Tech partners earlier in deal cycles to accelerate velocity and increase win rates.Commercial Programs & OperationsDrive adoption of partner field programs (e.g., AWS Tri-Party Initiative, PAP).Work with CPLs to support internal Marketplace Deal Support requests in Salesforce.Partner with GSP Tech Leads to ensure alignment on strategy, executive engagement, and co-innovation opportunities (Account Reviews, QBRs, events, etc.)What Success Looks LikePipeline: Growing PQLs, sourced, and influenced closed-won business.Marketplace Impact: Increased ACV/TCV and transaction volume through AWS, Google, and Snowflake (eventual) marketplaces and field sales programs.Regional Growth: Consistent QoQ/YoY commercial growth across assigned GSPs.Field Engagement: Strong adoption of marketplace motions by Braze AEs, CPLs, and partner Field Sales Reps.Operational Excellence: Clean, accurate partner pipeline data and improved partner referral flow.What We're Looking For3–5 years of experience in Partnerships, Business Development, or Cloud Sales within SaaS.Proven track record of working with hyperscaler/cloud marketplaces (AWS, Google Cloud, Azure, Snowflake).Experience managing pipeline, forecasts, and sales motions in Salesforce.Strong ability to build trust and execute joint GTM plays with partner field teams.Skilled in enablement, pipeline management, and navigating complex incentive programs.Comfortable working cross-functionally with Sales, Marketing, Operations, and Product teams.Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills.Why Join BrazeAt Braze, we're building the customer engagement platform of the future. Our GSP ecosystem with AWS, Google, Snowflake, Databricks, and Shopify represents a critical growth engine for Braze. As a Partner Development Manager, you'll be on the front lines of driving this growth, shaping how we engage with partners regionally, and ensuring that marketplace and field sales motions are a consistent source of new revenue, influence, and scale.For candidates based in the United States, the pay range for this position at the start of employment is expected to be between $101,000 and $158,000/year, with an expected On Target Earnings (OTE) between $135,000 and $211,000/year (including bonus or commission). Your exact offer may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. In addition to cash compensation, this role qualifies for a comprehensive Total Rewards package that includes equity grants of restricted stock (RSUs) so that you will own a piece of our company.Braze benefits vary by location, and we encourage you to review our specific benefits offerings for each country here. More details on benefits plans will be provided if you receive an offer of employment.From offering comprehensive benefits to fostering hybrid ways of working, we've got you covered so you can prioritize work-life harmony. Braze offers benefits such as:Competitive compensation that may include equityRetirement and Employee Stock Purchase PlansFlexible paid time offComprehensive benefit plans covering medical, dental, vision, life, and disabilityFamily services that include fertility benefits and equal paid parental leaveProfessional development supported by formal career pathing, learning platforms, and a yearly learning stipendA curated in-office employee experience, designed to foster community, team connections, and innovationOpportunities to give back to your community, including an annual company-wide Volunteer Week and donation matchingEmployee Resource Groups that provide supportive communities within BrazeCollaborative, transparent, and fun culture recognized as a Great Place to Work®Braze is the leading customer engagement platform that empowers brands to Be Absolutely Engaging™. Braze helps brands deliver great customer experiences that drive value both for consumers and for their businesses. Built on a foundation of composable intelligence, BrazeAI™ allows marketers to combine and activate AI agents, models, and features at every touchpoint throughout the Braze Customer Engagement Platform for smarter, faster, and more meaningful customer engagement. From cross-channel messaging and journey orchestration to Al-powered decisioning and optimization, Braze enables companies to turn action into interaction through autonomous, 1:1 personalized experiences.The company has been consistently recognized as a Leader in marketing technology by industry analysts, and was named a G2 "Best of Marketing and Digital Advertising Software Product" in 2026. Braze was also named a 2026 Best Places to Work by Built In, a 2025 America's Greenest Companies by Newsweek, and a 2025 Fortune Best Workplace in Technology™ by Great Place To Work®. Braze is also proudly certified as a Great Place to