Senior Partner Programs Manager, Channels & Alliances

SUMMARY

Wiz is seeking an experienced Senior Partner Programs Manager to join our WW Channels & Alliances Organization. In this role you will be instrumental in building and executing a rapidly evolving multi-year partner programs strategy. Operating within a collaborative team environment you’ll be both the owner and operator of a defined partner program track, first overseeing program development and then transitioning over time to operational excellence and compliance initiatives. The role requires a flexible skill set that can turn strategy into execution, and then shift to continuous improvement as our global partner programs scale. You will be part of a dynamic team that is delivering comprehensive programs which both leverage and strengthen ecosystem partnerships with GSIs, SIs, MSPs, and National Reseller Partners.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

Program Leadership  

• Lead strategic partner program development, from ideation through execution, ensuring outcomes are clearly defined, tracked, and achieved.
• Partner with a diverse group of cross functional stakeholders to define and execute multi-year growth strategies via partner program frameworks 
• Define success criteria and KPIs for programs, regularly report progress to leadership, and proactively manage risks and dependencies.
• Lead complex projects while ensuring effective communication of progress across teams
• Promote a culture of action, urgency, and collaboration to accelerate delivery in a hyper-growth environment.

Program Development:

• Design and implement new partner programs, initiatives, and growth models 
• Build and maintain program documentation, partner onboarding, training materials, etc.  
• Develop program success metrics and define KPIs to measure ongoing performance 
• Lead internal/external program reviews and drive continuous improvement efforts
• Establish best practices for program scalability and repeatability

Operational Excellence:

• Establish frameworks, processes, and governance models that drive accountability and transparency
• Implement operational efficiency improvements and automation initiatives
• Manage resource allocation, budgets, and program capacity planning
• Ensure partner programs meet regulatory requirements and internal policies
• Conduct regular program audits and assessments. 
• Conduct annual operating & capacity planning reviews
• Implement risk management strategies for partner relationships
• Coordinate with legal and compliance teams on partner agreements
• Monitor and report on compliance metrics

WHAT YOU’LL BRING

• 8+ years of program management experience in Channel/Alliances or individual contribution
• Minimum of 3+ years of experience building and managing partner programs, including demonstrated expertise in developing operational frameworks, conducting internal audits, and implementing governance controls for partner ecosystems
• A teammate and change champion with a bias for action (validated experience of leading others to think and act differently according to business needs)
• Forward-thinking, results-oriented, values collaboration, self-motivated, and willing to adapt to change in a fast-moving environment
• Proven program and project management acumen with a track record of effectively leading multifaceted initiatives
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to build content & professional decks in Microsoft PPT, SharePoint, and Google
• Experience working on enterprise technology initiatives with business-wide scope and impact
• Ability to work cross-functionally with other departments such as IT, HR, Legal, Enablement and Operations
• Strong adaptability and ability to adopt to new technologies and methodologies 
• Team player with a collaborative working style
• High attention to detail, processes, and organization
• Demonstrated experience presenting detailed and complex go-to-market concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences
• Extraordinary communication and negotiation skills in all mediums and throughout all levels of the organization (e.g., clear and compelling "storyteller" with accurate insights and well-thought-out recommendations)