Director, Workforce Partnerships at Workday

Chicago, Illinois, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Technology, HR Tech, SaaSIndustries

Requirements

  • 10+ years experience in a software and ERP sales
  • 3+ years People Leader experience in Strategic Business Development or Partner/Alliances roles
  • 2+ years of experience in Sales leadership roles that include owning a revenue target

Responsibilities

  • Lead a team of Account Executives and Partner Business Development leaders responsible for entering into partnerships with benefits and benefits technology providers in support of the Workday platform
  • Shape strategy for target partners
  • Build a pipeline of partnerships
  • Close partnership deals to deliver revenue targets
  • Successfully launch partnerships
  • Deliver short term revenue targets
  • Build new lines of business with Workday Wellness Partners to deliver innovative new software and services to Customers
  • Define and execute strategy with leaders across the business
  • Lead strategic partner relationships
  • Deliver sizable, net-new revenue growth with partners
  • Coordinate across Sales, Product, CX, Marketing and Partner organizations
  • Exhibit ownership and take accountability for exceeding expectations and targets

Skills

Partner Strategy
Business Development
Team Leadership
Strategic Planning
Revenue Growth
Customer Experience
Partner Relationships

Workday

Cloud applications for finance and HR management

About Workday

Workday provides enterprise cloud applications that focus on finance and human resources for medium to large-sized businesses across various industries. Its main products include Workday Human Capital Management, Workday Financial Management, Workday Adaptive Planning, and Workday Student, which help organizations manage their workforce and streamline financial operations. The software operates on a subscription model, allowing clients to pay a recurring fee based on the number of users and specific modules needed. This model supports continuous updates and improvements to the software. Workday stands out from competitors due to its strong emphasis on customer satisfaction and employee engagement, offering tools like Workday Peakon Employee Voice to enhance workforce experience. The company's goal is to provide essential tools that improve operational efficiency and support businesses in managing their human resources and financial operations effectively.

Pleasanton, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2005Year Founded
$209.4MTotal Funding
IPOCompany Stage
Consulting, Enterprise SoftwareIndustries
10,001+Employees

Benefits

Flexible Work Hours
Hybrid Work Options
Performance Bonus
Stock Options
Professional Development Budget
Conference Attendance Budget

Risks

Emerging HR tech startups like Buk could challenge Workday's market share.
Dependency on third-party platforms like Udemy may complicate service delivery.
Strategic shifts under new leadership could disrupt existing customer relationships.

Differentiation

Workday is a leader in cloud-based HCM and ERP solutions for large enterprises.
The company offers a subscription model ensuring steady revenue and continuous software updates.
Workday's focus on employee engagement tools like Peakon sets it apart in the market.

Upsides

Increased demand for cloud HCM solutions boosts Workday's market potential.
AI-driven analytics enhance Workday's financial management offerings with predictive insights.
Workday's partner ecosystem expansion, like with MetLife, opens new customer opportunities.

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