Partner Success Manager

Dealerware

Partner Success Manager driving success of strategic partners across the automotive ecosystem. Ensuring partner initiatives are delivered on time, aligned to business goals, and positioned for long-term growth.

Posted 5/4/2026full-timeAustin • Texas • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as the day-to-day point of contact for strategic automotive partners, building strong, trusted relationships
Own end-to-end partner project plans, including timelines, milestones, deliverables, and risk management
Drive clear, consistent communication between internal teams (product, engineering, sales, marketing) and external partners
Collaborate with product and engineering teams to advocate for partner needs and influence roadmap priorities
Support onboarding of new partners, ensuring smooth integration and early success
Lead regular status updates, business reviews, and executive check-ins with partners
Proactively identify and resolve blockers to keep projects on track
Align partner initiatives with company goals, ensuring mutual value and measurable outcomes
Track and report on key performance metrics, deliverables, and success criteria
Continuously improve processes, documentation, and partner experience

Requirements

What you’ll need

5+ years of experience in partner management, customer success, program management, or similar roles
Relevant experience working in or with the automotive industry: DMS provider experience required, OEM and/or dealership vendor experience preferred.
Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple complex initiatives simultaneously
Strong stakeholder management skills, including experience working with executive-level partners
Proven ability to navigate cross-functional environments and drive alignment

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive base salary with bonus incentive eligibility
Full benefits (medical, dental, vision, disability)
401(k) with company match
On-demand educational courses via LinkedIn Learning
Tuition reimbursement and continuing education
Unlimited paid vacation policy
Flexible work
Generous Paid Parental Leave program
Modern office and a dynamic team in downtown Austin with free parking
Friendly, small company environment with a progressive culture

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Hard Skills & Tools

project managementrisk managementperformance metricsstakeholder managementcross-functional collaboration

Soft Skills

communicationrelationship buildingproblem solvinginfluencingprocess improvement