Director Strategic Partnership

Summary:

• Provide strategic leadership and direction across complex business programs, using sound judgement and influencing key stakeholders to deliver critical business objectives.
• Lead and develop a high-performing global team responsible for external partner engagement, supplier strategy, and business-critical service delivery.
• Define and execute functional strategies aligned with broader corporate priorities, operational goals, and long-term growth plans.
• Partner with senior cross-function
• a leaders to shape how they engage, manage, and optimise relationships with external service providers.
• Oversee the commercial framework supporting key external partnerships, ensuring effective execution of agreements and business outcomes.
• Collaborate closely with Finance and business leadership to ensure strategic initiatives align with financial targets, governance requirements, and investment priorities.
• Coach, mentor, and develop team members while fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Act as a trusted advisor to senior leadership on partner strategy, market dynamics, and opportunities to enhance value across externally managed services.
• Lead complex commercial discussions and negotiations with strategic partners, supporting long-term business objectives and sustainable growth.
• Influence organisational decision-making through market insight, data-driven recommendations, and strong stakeholder engagement.