Hybrid Director, Cloud & Platform Partners

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About the role

  • Lead strategic management and business development for Cloud & Platform Partners at Cloudflare. Building high-performing teams and establishing partnerships that generate revenue and enhance market position.

Responsibilities

  • Define, Lead and Scale the Cloud and Platform Partner Strategy: Develop and execute a comprehensive, visionary strategy for scaling Cloudflare’s global presence through these partnerships. You will set the direction and ensure full alignment with the company’s business objectives.
  • Strategic Partnerships: Execute a global strategy for partnering with key partners to drive business growth and expand market share.
  • Executive Leadership and Influence: Serve as the key executive liaison between the company and these partners, influencing senior leaders and decision-makers at both the company and partner organizations to ensure deep collaboration and mutual success.
  • Executive Relationships: Build and maintain strong executive-level relationships with key identified partners, ensuring alignment with company goals and strategies.
  • Team Leadership and Development: Build, mentor, and lead a high-performing team of partnership managers, empowering them to manage and deepen relationships with the partners, while also developing their careers within the company.
  • Visionary Leadership in Partner Enablement: Spearhead initiatives that empower the partners with the resources, training, and support they need to effectively position, sell, and implement our company solutions.
  • Go-To-Market Strategy: Develop joint go-to-market strategies with each of the partners, including joint sales plays, marketing campaigns, and events to drive awareness and demand.
  • Cross-Functional Leadership: Collaborate with internal teams, including product management, marketing, and regional sales leaders, to ensure alignment and execution of the partner strategies.
  • Operational Excellence: Establish clear KPIs and success metrics for the partner program. Regularly report progress and challenges to Cloudflare’s executive team, while continuously optimizing programs

Requirements

  • 10-12+ years of leadership experience in strategic alliances, business development, or partner management, with at least 5 years leading Cloud, Hosting and Platform partnerships.
  • Proven leadership track record of successfully building, scaling, and managing high-impact partnerships, with a demonstrated ability to influence at the C-level and develop high-performing teams.
  • Deep expertise in cloud infrastructure, cybersecurity, and enterprise IT ecosystems.
  • Exceptional strategic leadership and decision-making skills, with the ability to navigate complex partnerships and business environments.
  • Results-oriented mindset with a focus on driving tangible outcomes and business growth.
  • Superior leadership and communication skills, with the ability to inspire and engage teams internally and externally, as well as influence at all levels of the partner organization.
  • Experience leading joint GTM initiatives and driving revenue through partnership-driven strategies.
  • Ability to excel in a high-growth, fast-paced environment and lead with agility and precision.
  • Bachelor's degree in business, marketing, or related field; MBA or advanced degree preferred.

Benefits

  • Medical/Rx Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Commuter Spending Accounts
  • Fertility & Family Forming Benefits
  • On-demand mental health support and Employee Assistance Program
  • Global Travel Medical Insurance
  • Short and Long Term Disability Insurance
  • Life & Accident Insurance
  • 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
  • Employee Stock Participation Plan
  • Flexible paid time off covering vacation and sick leave
  • Leave programs, including parental, pregnancy health, medical, and bereavement leave

Job title

Director, Cloud & Platform Partners

Job type

Experience level

Lead

Salary

$311,000 - $387,000 per year

Degree requirement

Bachelor's Degree

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