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Director, Strategic Alliances

ShopMy
Location
New York, NY
Posted
1 month ago
Department
Strategic Business Development & Partnerships
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • 7–10+ years of experience in strategic partnerships, agency sales, or business development
  • Experience working directly with agencies or holding companies
  • Track record of sourcing and closing new partnership deals
  • Deep familiarity with how media agencies operate, including planning, buying, and measurement workflows
  • Strong negotiation skills and executive presence
  • Experience operating in roles with ownership over targets or quotas
Nice to have
  • Experience working across affiliate platforms such as Impact, CJ, Rakuten, or Skimlinks
  • Background in ad tech, MarTech, publisher partnerships, or the creator economy
  • Existing relationships across agency holding groups
  • Familiarity with affiliate or performance-driven business models
  • Experience building a partnerships program or function from scratch
What the job really is

The Director of Strategic Alliances at ShopMy will focus on expanding the company's partner ecosystem by sourcing, structuring, and closing strategic relationships, particularly with agencies and platforms. This role involves managing the entire alliance lifecycle, from initial outreach to deal closure, while collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure impactful partnerships. The position requires a deep understanding of agency operations and the ability to build and maintain senior-level relationships.

Benefits
  • Medical & Dental Coverage at 70%
  • Equity in ShopMy
  • Flexible PTO
  • 14 weeks of parental leave
  • Wellness & Social Stipend
  • Technology Stipend
Things to weigh
  • Salary range provided is broad and may vary based on experience and business needs
  • Focus on agency partnerships may limit exposure to other types of partnerships
  • Role requires strong negotiation skills and executive presence, which may be challenging for less experienced candidates
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