Director, Strategic Partnerships at Babylist

United States

Babylist Logo
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
E-commerce, Baby Products, CPG, HealthIndustries

Requirements

  • Exceptional people manager: 8+ years of experience managing and hiring senior, highly experienced, high-performing B2B media sales teams (5+ people)
  • Proven track record in complex, relationship-driven sales cycles with strong revenue results
  • Experience scaling revenue in the $50M–$100M+ range
  • Deep understanding of media, advertising, or marketing services industries
  • Advanced skills in pipeline management, forecasting, and CRM optimization
  • Strong analytical thinker with ability to measure, communicate, and improve performance
  • Results-oriented with a people-first leadership style that builds trust and drives outcomes
  • Committed to diversity and inclusion in hiring and team building
  • Comfortable operating in a fast-paced, high-change environment

Responsibilities

  • Lead a team of 7+ sellers across Baby, CPG, Health, and New Business verticals, driving consistent performance and team development
  • Own sales strategy, pipeline management, and revenue delivery for a $XXM+ target
  • Grow large strategic accounts through strong deal structuring, executive engagement, and partnership expansion
  • Optimize team workflows, sales processes, and tools to scale with company growth
  • Collaborate cross-functionally with Product, CRM, Brand, and Account Management and Revenue Operations to launch new ad offerings and deliver high-impact campaigns
  • Coach your team through complex deals, renewals, and growth opportunities while fostering a collaborative, high-performing culture
  • Represent Babylist in senior-level negotiations and contribute to broader revenue leadership discussions

Skills

Strategic Partnerships
Media Sales
Sales Leadership
Revenue Delivery
Team Management
Deal-Making
Operational Rigor
Business Development
CPG Sales
Health Partnerships

Babylist

Comprehensive baby registry platform for parents

About Babylist

Babylist provides a universal baby registry platform that allows expecting and new parents to compile baby products from any store, including popular retailers like Amazon, Target, and Etsy. The platform features an interactive checklist and expert-vetted guides to assist parents in making informed choices about baby gear and essentials. Babylist differentiates itself from competitors by offering a comprehensive solution that combines affiliate marketing, direct sales, and curated product recommendations, generating revenue through affiliate commissions, exclusive curated kits, and advertising partnerships. The company's goal is to simplify the baby registry process for parents, ensuring they have all the necessary items for their growing families while enhancing user engagement with offerings like a free box of goodies for new registrants.

Oakland, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2011Year Founded
$38.9MTotal Funding
SERIES_CCompany Stage
Education, Consumer GoodsIndustries
501-1,000Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Parental Leave
401(k) Retirement Plan
401(k) Company Match
Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account
Paid Vacation
Paid Sick Leave
Remote Work Options
Flexible Work Hours
Wellness Program
Mental Health Support
Company Equity

Risks

Increased competition from Lalo could draw customers away from Babylist.
Integration challenges with Expectful may distract from Babylist's core business.
Reliance on affiliate marketing exposes Babylist to changes in partner terms.

Differentiation

Babylist offers a universal registry platform integrating products from any store.
The platform combines affiliate marketing, direct sales, and curated recommendations for revenue.
Expert-vetted guides and interactive checklists enhance informed decision-making for parents.

Upsides

Acquisition of Expectful expands Babylist's offerings into health and wellness.
Growing demand for eco-friendly products aligns with Babylist's product recommendations.
AI integration can enhance personalized shopping experiences on Babylist's platform.

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