VP, Business Development & Partnerships

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The VP, Business Development and Partnerships will be responsible for the development of Smartly's global strategic partnerships with advertising partners (Facebook, Instagram, Snap, Pinterest, Google etc.). Smartly's brand and agency customers use Smartly's media buying, creative and data services across a series of advertising platforms. Our close strategic partnership with these partners has been critical to our success so far and continues to be critical to our success moving forward.

The VP, Business Development and Partnerships will be responsible for the overall strategy and management of Smartly's partnerships with these platforms, driving deeper integrations and greater usage of Smartly products and services. Further, the VP, Business Development and Partnerships will be responsible for sourcing, leading and closing new partnerships. You will set the strategy, build and lead a global team of experts in US, EMEA and APAC to manage these partnerships.

As VP, Business Development and Partnerships at Smartly.io, you will...

  • Work directly with our co-founders and leadership-team to continuously develop and refine partnership strategy and its execution
  • Build strong relationships on multiple levels at each of the partner companies
  • Partner with Smartly Product leadership to effectively advocate for Smartly needs
  • Maintain close contact with Smartly Sales and Client Services in order to effectively drive new usage of Smartly services and to understand client needs related to Social platform availability
  • Identify partnership gaps (with existing and new partners) and effectively close deals that solve for those gaps
  • Continue to outpace the competition, cementing Smartly’s leadership in digital advertising

We're definitely looking for you, if you...

  • Demonstrate strong analytical skills and technical competency by seamlessly interfacing with Business Development, Product and Executive-level contacts at the partner companies.
  • Think both tactically and strategically, able to help shape and execute the Smartly partnership strategy with advertising platforms be effective navigating a large organization, successfully building relationships across hierarchical levels from executive to field level
  • Be a strong presenter, including presenting to large groups and participating on industry panels
  • 10 + years of demonstrated excellence in business development or partnership roles
  • Deep knowledge of digital advertising ecosystem, with strong preference for experience working at or directly with those partners
  • Skilled in establishing trusted relationships, navigating a large partner organization, and driving strategic deals to a close under a tight timeline
  • Experience, familiarity and comfort partnering with product teams to jointly drive efforts forward
  • Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited institution (MBA preferred)

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Meet Smartly.io

Bringing brands and people together smartly. We are building a platform that combines media buying, creative, and data to automate every step of digital advertising.

We manage 2.5B€ in ad spend and serve more than 650 brands worldwide, including eBay, Uber and TechStyle. Our technology liberates marketers from manual work and allows them to focus on what matters. 

As a fast-paced growth company, Smartly.io offers opportunities to maximize your learning and amplify your impact. With colleagues from 62 nationalities, you'll work in a collaborative and inclusive environment built on a culture of trust, transparency, and feedback. Join our global team of over 450 Smartlies in reshaping the future of marketing. Learn more at smartly.io/careers and smartly.io/our-leadership-and-culture.

Reasonable accommodation for people with disabilities

Smartly.io is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities or special needs in our job application procedures and working environment. If you need assistance or have any questions please contact us at [email protected].

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Technology we use

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Location

We put Smartlies' health first. While we have created more flexibility for Smartlies to choose where they work, we continue to follow all local health measures to ensure that our New York office remains open and safe for all who choose to come in.

An Insider's view of Smartly

What projects are you most excited about?

At Smartly.io we are most excited about continuing to work with our partners to solve challenges and better enable them to enhance their performance on paid social. Many brands we work with have been focusing more and more on creative so it's no surprise that Smartly has as well. I've seen our Creative solutions evolve so much in the last two years

Corinne

VP US East

What are some things you learned at the company?

Open communication is encouraged at all levels of Smartly.io, it's a big part of the culture. I enjoy the interesting challenges that come from working with customers, and having the autonomy to push your idea's forward and work on things you're interested in or want to add to your skillset.

Malachy

Customer Solutions Engineer

How do your team's ideas influence the company's direction?

We foster transparency, which allows our teams the freedom and responsibility to pursue our vision in a self-driven way. Everyone is trusted as an owner, we’re all responsible for thinking and acting in the long-term interest of the company. At Smartly.io, nothing is someone else’s problem — we’re all doers with an entrepreneurial attitude.

Kristo

CEO & Founder

What are Smartly Perks + Benefits

Smartly Benefits Overview

Smartly.io’s benefits are meant to ensure that employees stay healthy, well, and energized in different life situations. Smartly.io supports employees so that everyone can focus on learning and creating positive impact in their role.

Growth-minded colleagues. Competitive salaries & option plans. Full five weeks of paid vacation. Paid parental leave. Health coverage. Wellness benefit. Reimbursement flexibility. Opportunities to rotate to our offices across the globe. Get your own laptop + smartphone. Weekly lunches. Opportunities to attend industry events. Team stipends for activities while not in the office.

Culture
Volunteer in local community
Partners with nonprofits
Open door policy
OKR operational model
Team based strategic planning
Pair programming
Open office floor plan
Employee resource groups
Employee-led culture committees
Quarterly engagement surveys
Hybrid work model
Flexible work schedule
Remote work program
Diversity
Mandated unconscious bias training
Mean gender pay gap below 10%
Diversity employee resource groups
Hiring practices that promote diversity
Health Insurance & Wellness Benefits
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Disability insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Health insurance
Life insurance
Pet insurance
Wellness programs
Mental health benefits
Financial & Retirement
401(K)
401(K) matching
Company equity
Performance bonus
Charitable contribution matching
Child Care & Parental Leave Benefits
Generous parental leave
Family medical leave
Company sponsored family events
Vacation & Time Off Benefits
Generous PTO
5 Weeks Per Year
Paid volunteer time
Paid holidays
Paid sick days
Company-wide vacation
Office Perks
Commuter benefits
Company-sponsored outings
Free snacks and drinks
Some meals provided
Company-sponsored happy hours
Pet friendly
Recreational clubs
Relocation assistance
Fitness stipend
Home-office stipend for remote employees
One-time Benefit for New Hires
Professional Development Benefits
Job training & conferences
Lunch and learns
Promote from within
Continuing education available during work hours
Online course subscriptions available
Customized development tracks

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