Vice President – Corporate Relations

American Cancer Society

. Serve as the senior executive leader accountable for Corporate Relations revenue growth and long-term enterprise value across a large region .

Posted 10/7/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesLeadWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Corporate Relations revenue strategy, leadership in managing high-value partnerships, and a proven track record in strategic planning and execution. Capable of fostering collaboration and achieving revenue growth through effective stakeholder engagement and team development.

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Corporate Relations Revenue StrategyExecutive Leadership ExperienceFundraising and Donor Relationship ManagementStrategic Planning and Corporate Strategy DevelopmentStakeholder Engagement and Communication

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Hard Skills

Revenue Growth ManagementPipeline DevelopmentOpportunity ManagementForecastingBudget ManagementSales MethodologyAnalytical SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsNegotiation SkillsContract Fulfillment

Soft Skills

Leadership Capability DevelopmentCollaborationConflict ManagementTeam BuildingInfluencing Skills

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Business or Management

Industry Keywords

Non-Profit SectorHealthcare IndustryC-Suite EngagementMarket Trends AnalysisCorporate Partnerships

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as the senior executive leader accountable for Corporate Relations revenue growth and long-term enterprise value across a large region
Accelerate revenue performance, expand and retain high-value corporate relationships, build a strong revenue pipeline, and lead a market-facing strategy aligned to organizational priorities
Provide leadership to up to 10 Market Senior Directors by developing leadership capability, fostering accountability, and aligning market strategies
Develop and lead the Corporate Relations revenue strategy
Own and deliver multi-million-dollar Corporate Relations revenue targets through pipeline development, opportunity management, forecasting, and performance accountability
Cultivate, solicit, close, and expand high-value corporate partnerships with C-suite leaders and senior decision-makers
Build and execute strategic account plans for priority corporate partners focused on retention, growth, renewal, and multi-year expansion
Lead a revenue-focused team culture emphasizing prospect strategy, sales discipline, relationship management, and execution
Analyze market trends, partner needs, and revenue performance data to identify growth opportunities and improve return on effort
Collaborate with internal leaders to align mission priorities, sponsorship opportunities, and partner engagement strategies
Establish executive-level relationships with corporate leaders, key influencers, and stakeholders
Manage revenue planning and resource deployment toward highest-value opportunities and short- and long-term goals
Ensure stewardship, reporting, cross-functional coordination, partner satisfaction, contract fulfillment, revenue realization, and sustainable business growth

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's Degree in business, management or related field or equivalent combination of education and experience required
Ten years of executive leadership experience with a multi-million-dollar organization in the non-profit or for-profit sector
Non-profit or healthcare industry experience preferred
Experience in successful fundraising and managing high-level donor relationships or equivalent experience preferred
Experience successfully managing and monitoring profit and loss for a multi-million-dollar budget and taking appropriate measures to meet targets
Demonstrated leadership in guiding programmatic results in large and diverse communities
Comprehensive understanding of and ability to articulate the region’s mission delivery programs and income development strategies
Proven strategic planning experience and track record developing corporate strategies and business practices
Ability to develop collaborative arrangements and strategic partnerships
Proven communication skills to serve as chief spokesperson and representative of the region
Ability to influence multiple stakeholders through written and oral communication
Understanding of sales methodology and culture
Expertise in developing productive external relationships and negotiating mutually beneficial outcomes
Proven skills in developing cohesive teams, managing conflict, and encouraging collaboration
Demonstrated track record fostering the volunteer/staff partnership
History of developing talent and achieving positive employee engagement and a productive, inclusive work environment
Proven success managing a culturally and functionally diverse workforce at a senior management level
Demonstrated success attracting and retaining top-level talent
Ability to build consensus and achieve desired results through others
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
Demonstrated skills and experience in relationship building, mediation, negotiation, resolution, and presentation
Extensive travel required

Benefits

Comp & perks

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