Director, Corporate Partnership Management

American Cancer Society

. Serves as the account executive for ACS’s largest and most complex, seven-figure, enterprise-level relationships .

Posted 11/3/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesLead💰 $110,000 - $115,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing complex, seven-figure enterprise partnerships while providing strategic leadership and fostering cross-functional collaboration. Proficient in synthesizing data into actionable insights and maintaining operational discipline within Salesforce and enterprise systems.

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Corporate Partnership ManagementEnterprise Account LeadershipStrategic Relationship ManagementSalesforce ProficiencyExecutive Communication Skills

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Hard Skills

Strategic ThinkingData SynthesisForecastingAccount Health AssessmentPartnership Strategy Development

Soft Skills

Influencing Without AuthorityRelationship ManagementMentoringComposure Under PressureCross-Functional Team Leadership

Tools & Technologies

SalesforceEnterprise Systems

Industry Keywords

Nonprofit ManagementMulti-Business-Unit PartnershipsStrategic LeadershipOperational ExcellenceHigh-Visibility Initiatives

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serves as the account executive for ACS’s largest and most complex, seven-figure, enterprise-level relationships
Provides elevated strategic leadership, sophisticated orchestration, and deep executive engagement
Serves as the primary relationship architect, enterprise connector, and long-term growth strategist for multi-layered partnership initiatives
Leads enterprise-wide coordination for complex, multi-business-unit partnerships
Orchestrates cross-functional execution across Marketing, Patient Support, Events, and other enterprise teams
Ensures alignment on strategic priorities, timelines, and deliverables for high-visibility initiatives
Resolves enterprise barriers and escalates issues with authority and strategic judgment
Navigates contracting, Salesforce recording, invoicing, and required reviews/approvals
Identifies and advances expansion opportunities, multi-year investments, and cross-portfolio engagement
Advises Corporate Relations leadership on strategic trends, partner priorities, and competitive positioning
Shapes partnership narratives demonstrating ACS’s brand value, mission impact, and enterprise reach
Mentors account management team members and contributes to enterprise account management frameworks, tools, and methodologies
Serves as a thought partner to corporate relations leadership on partnership strategy and operational excellence
Synthesizes complex partnership data into insights for executive decision-making
Leads forecasting, account health assessments, and long-term portfolio planning for seven-figure accounts
Provides strategic interpretation of partnership trends, risks, and opportunities
Ensures operational discipline and Salesforce reporting accuracy for high-value accounts

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in business, marketing, nonprofit management, or related field, or equivalent experience
8–10+ years of experience in corporate partnership management, enterprise account leadership, or strategic relationship management
Demonstrated success leading seven-figure, multi-business-unit partnerships with senior-level stakeholders
Proven ability to influence without authority and guide cross-functional teams in a matrixed environment
Experience mentoring account staff or serving as a strategic lead without direct reports
Advanced strategic thinking and ability to shape multi-year partnership strategy
Strong executive presence and relationship-management skills
Proven ability to lead complex, enterprise-wide initiatives
Exceptional communication and presentation skills for senior audiences
Ability to synthesize complex data into strategic insights
Strong operational discipline and proficiency in Salesforce and enterprise systems
Ability to manage multiple priorities and maintain composure under pressure
Some travel required for partner meetings, enterprise convenings, team development, and organizational events

Benefits

Comp & perks

Generous paid time off policy
Medical benefits
Dental benefits
Retirement benefits
Wellness programs
Professional development programs to enhance staff skills