Source, negotiate and structure technology agreements that create strong value for CoreTrust, its members and suppliers
Manage strategic partnerships with technology suppliers, service providers, and solution partners (supplier relationship management)
Continuously evaluate the breadth and performance of supplier partnerships to increase member adoption of technology offerings, driving revenue growth for CoreTrust
Partner with Sales and suppliers to build revenue forecasts and go-to-market strategies for new technology offerings to CoreTrust members
Collaborate with internal stakeholders and external partners to negotiate contracts, pricing, and terms that deliver maximum value to CoreTrust members
Apply strong financial acumen to manage supplier reporting of accurate revenue forecasts and actuals to the CoreTrust Finance organization
Engage with the sales team and members to support the technology sales process as a category subject matter expert
Prepare technology market intelligence briefs on industry trends, emerging technologies, and market dynamics within the technology category
Develop and deliver educational content and training sessions to enhance members' and the sales organization’s understanding of the CoreTrust technology portfolio
Provide input to the development of the technology category roadmap, ensuring alignment with CoreTrust's overall strategic objectives and the evolving needs of CoreTrust members and sales team
Build strong relationships with the CoreTrust Sales, Marketing and Member Success to understand members’ unique technology challenges and provide consultative support to members in optimizing their technology procurement strategies
Requirements
Bachelor's degree in business, information technology, marketing or a related field
5+ years of experience in technology partnerships, technology sales, technology procurement or a related role, such as IT departmental management
Proven track record of successfully managing technology partnerships and driving meaningful business outcomes
Strong understanding of technology trends, products, and services as well as the technology sales process
Highly organized with the ability to coordinate complex supplier relationship management activities, ensure timely responses to internal and external stakeholders, and drive completion of key initiatives
Excellent communication skills, including MS PowerPoint presentation skills, with the ability to convey complex technical concepts to non-technical audiences
Strategic thinker with the ability to develop and execute on product and partnership strategies
Problem solver with the ability to think on the fly and effectively manage various types of interactions at all levels of an organization