Job Description

About Rootstock:

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Rootstock Software (https://www.rootstock.com/) provides the leading ERP for product companies (https://clouderp.rootstock.com/erp-software-value-matrix), which empowers product manufacturers, wholesalers and distributors to turbocharge their operations by providing visibility and control of all demand, supply & capacity with low customization. Natively built on the Salesforce cloud platform, Rootstock is a modern, future-proof ERP: fresh user experience, no need for third-party integration and ready for AI-based decisioning. We invest in the success of our customers by taking a human-first approach and not resting until every customer is delighted. As Rootstock continues to grow, stay tuned to hear about its new customers (https://www.rootstock.com/customers/), career opportunities (https://rootstock-software.breezy.hr/), and LinkedIn posts (https://www.linkedin.com/company/rootstock-software/).

This is a remote position and can be based in the United Kingdom, Ireland, or the Netherlands.
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Summary:

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The Partner Business Development Manager is responsible for executing the partner alliance strategy within a specific region (North America or Europe). This role works closely with regional sales leadership to drive revenue growth through strategic relationships with Salesforce / Rootstock ecosystem partners. The Partner Business Development Manager will leverage their direct Salesforce Account Executive experience to build and nurture high-value partner relationships, develop region-specific go-to-market strategies, and ensure alignment between partners and Rootstock's sales organization to maximize revenue opportunities.

Responsibilities:

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Collaborate with regional sales Account Executives within the assigned region (Europe), providing guidance and strategic direction Develop and execute regional partner alliance strategies in alignment with overall company goals and target industries Establish and maintain senior-level relationships with key partners in the Salesforce ecosystem within the region Drive regional revenue growth by fostering partner-sourced and partner-influenced deals Create and implement regional business plans with key partners, including quarterly and annual targets Personally manage 5-7 partner relationships within the region Collaborate with Rootstock sales and partner leadership to align partner activities with regional sales goals and account strategies Track and report on regional partner performance metrics, including pipeline generation, win rates, and revenue contribution Contribute to regional partner enablement programs in coordination with the global enablement team Represent Rootstock at regional Salesforce and partner events Develop region-specific co-marketing and co-selling initiatives with strategic partners Identify and pursue new partnership opportunities within the region to expand Rootstock's partner ecosystem Participate in quarterly business reviews with partners and internal stakeholders Monitor regional competitive landscape and provide market intelligence to inform business strategies Maintain partner data in Salesforce CRM and Crossbeam, prepare local teams for regional events. Collaborate with Rootstock Marketing in develop of necessary content and planning for global and regional webinars.

Requirements:

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Bachelor's degree required

Minimum 3 years of direct experience as an Account Executive within the Salesforce ecosystem

3+ years of partner alliance management experience in enterprise SaaS or cloud technologies Proven track record of exceeding revenue targets through partner channels Demonstrated experience developing and managing successful partnerships in the assigned region Strong understanding of the regional ERP market landscape and competitive dynamics Deep understanding of the Salesforce platform, ecosystem, and partner network Excellent presentation, negotiation, and communication skills with ability to engage effectively at all levels of an organization Strong business acumen with ability to develop and execute partner business plans Experience with partner relationship management tools and Salesforce CRM Regional market knowledge including business practices, competitive landscape, and industry trends Ability to travel up to 30% within the assigned region Fluency in English required; for European role, proficiency in one or more additional European languages is highly desirable

In all we do, our four guiding principles, based on our core values, light the way:

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Trust

is the cornerstone of our organization, built through integrity, transparency, and accountability.

Resourcefulness:

We believe in being resourceful - thinking creatively and adapting to challenges with agility. We believe in taking

Ownership

of our actions, decisions, and their outcomes.

Collaboration

is the key to our collective success. We believe that working together with respect, openness, and shared purpose enables us to achieve more than we could individually.

This position is eligible for Rootstock's company-wide bonus program and non-traditional equity as part of the total compensation package.



We offer our team members competitive compensation, world-class benefits, work-life balance (flexible schedules, telecommuting, flexible time off), and the opportunity to work alongside an amazing and supportive team!



Rootstock values diversity and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.