Are you ready to drive innovation in the automotive industry?
AutoLeap empowers shop owners with a cloud-based Shop Management SaaS to manage scheduling, technicians, and invoicing.
As Partnerships Manager, you’ll expand AutoLeap’s reach, unlock revenue channels, amplify brand presence, and build long-term strategic partnerships with suppliers, associations, and technology vendors.
You’ll identify, pitch, and activate high-value relationships while navigating existing partnerships and new opportunities.
You’ll be commercially-minded, relationship-driven, and excited to shape a new function from the ground up.
About AutoLeap: market-leading shop management SaaS for auto repair; cloud-based SMS for general repair businesses.
AutoLeap raised a $30M Series B in 2023 led by AVP, with Bain Capital Ventures and Threshold as participants.
AutoLeap aims to be the de facto choice for shop owners to grow and improve their businesses.
We have been recognized as a Great Place to Work since 2021, among other awards.
In this role, you’ll: identify and evaluate partnership opportunities; build and manage partner relationships; negotiate terms; represent AutoLeap at events; cross-functional collaboration; stay ahead of industry trends; may support tasks outside day-to-day scope.
You’ll work cross-functionally with product, marketing, and other teams to drive integration and alignment.
This role may involve occasional travel to industry events.
Requirements
2–5 years of experience in partnerships, business development, or strategic alliances, ideally in a SaaS or tech-forward company (*Bonus if you’ve worked in or around the automotive aftermarket industry)
A strong commercial mindset—you’re driven by growth and opportunity, not just relationship-building
A hustler mentality—hungry to learn, eager to deliver, and excited to build something from the ground up
Excellent communication and presentation skills—you know how to sell ideas and build trust
Organized, resourceful, and comfortable working in ambiguity