Director-Strategic Partnerships (COE- NextGen Platform)
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About Salesforce
Were Salesforce, the Customer Company, inspiring the future of business with AI+ Data +CRM. Leading with our core values, we help companies across every industry blaze new trails and connect with customers in a whole new way. And, we empower you to be a Trailblazer, too driving your performance and career growth, charting new paths, and improving the state of the world. If you believe in business as the greatest platform for change and in companies doing well and doing good youve come to the right place.
About Salesforce & MuleSoft
Salesforce, the Customer Company, is powering the future of business through AI + Data + CRM. MuleSoft, as the strategic integration engine of Salesforce, accelerates customers digital transformations by seamlessly integrating data, systems, and processes, enabling unmatched agility and business outcomes.Role Mission & Vision
We are seeking a senior leaderone to lead UKI & Northto strategically scale and deepen MuleSofts Alliance & Channel (A&C) ecosystem. This individual will align with empowered Operating Units (OUs), MuleSoft Sales, and the Alliances Center of Excellence, driving measurable impact in legacy modernization initiatives and delivering tangible value through strategic partnerships with top Global System Integrators (GSIs).
This role is critical to MuleSofts mission of becoming the de-facto integration solution, particularly as customers increasingly adopt Salesforces unified platform strategy (Data Cloud, Slack, Tableau, AgentForce, Unify).Core Responsibilities2. GSI & Partner Alignment3. Strategic Platform Integration (Best-of-Suite)4. Executive Engagement (Year of the CIO)5. Scalable Partner EnablementCriteria for SuccessRequired Experience & SkillsPreferred Attributes
* Regional Strategy & Execution
* Define and execute a scalable, outcome-driven regional partner strategy, closely aligning with empowered OUs, MuleSoft Sales, and global strategic objectives.
* Adapt and scale global MuleSoft campaigns regionally to maximize pipeline generation, acceleration, and market growth.
* Build executive-level strategic relationships with top GSIs (e.g., Deloitte, Accenture, Capgemini, PwC, IBM) and emerging innovative partners.
* Establish and maintain structured, outcome-driven business plans, including monthly accountability reviews, clear KPIs, and growth metrics.
* Drive MuleSofts pivotal role in shifting customer mindsets from fragmented Best-of-Breed solutions to Salesforces cohesive Best-of-Suite platform.
* Clearly position MuleSoft as the integration solution enabling streamlined IT landscapes, lower integration costs, unified data governance, and accelerated customer outcomes.
* Articulate MuleSofts unique capability in supporting comprehensive Salesforce ecosystem adoption (Data Cloud, Slack, Tableau, AgentForce, and Unify).
* Strategically drive executive-level engagement with partners and customer CIOs, clearly communicating the value of MuleSoft within a broader Salesforce vision.
* Align regional AVPs closely with GSI partner counterparts, ensuring consistent executive alignment and collaboration.
* Collaborate closely with the Alliances Center of Excellence to develop and deploy structured, measurable partner enablement programs.
* Drive clear accountability, enablement outcomes, and reporting transparency to continuously enhance partner effectiveness and growth.
* Measurable growth in partner-sourced pipeline and ACV.
* Strong accountability, clear commitments, and measurable execution from top GSIs.
* Increased adoption of MuleSoft-driven legacy modernization initiatives regionally.
* Enhanced executive-level engagement, demonstrated by C-suite alignment and participation in strategic partner events.
* 10+ years senior-level experience in Alliances, Partner Management, Consulting, or Integration-focused Business Development.
* Proven record in managing and scaling complex partner ecosystems, specifically with GSIs and strategic consultancies.
* Deep experience positioning integration solutions (MuleSoft preferred) for legacy middleware replacement (SAP, IBM, Tibco, webMethods).
* Exceptional skills in building executive-level relationships and influencing senior stakeholders at GSIs.
* Strategic, results-driven mindset with the ability to balance global consistency and local execution agility.
* Proficient at navigating cross-functional internal teams (Sales, Solution Engineers, Marketing, Product) to align efforts and accelerate partner-led outcomes.
* Strategic thinker who excels in dynamic, high-growth environments.
* Excellent communicator and facilitator, skilled in influencing senior stakeholders and driving alignment.
* Self-aware leader known for motivating and inspiring high-performing, collaborative teams.
* Passionate advocate for partner ecosystems, innovation, and customer success.
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* Seniority level
Director
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Full-time
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* Job function
Management
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Strategic Management Services
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