Partnerships Manager

YouthBuild Global

. Support the launch and implementation of manufacturing, logistics, supply chain, and warehousing partnerships .

Posted 10/27/2026full-timeUnited StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $70,000 - $75,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in partnership management and employer engagement within the manufacturing and logistics sectors, while effectively coordinating projects and collaborating across departments to support workforce development initiatives.

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Partnership ManagementEmployer EngagementWorkforce DevelopmentProject CoordinationRelationship Management

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Hard Skills

Project TrackingBudget MonitoringData AnalysisTraining DevelopmentTechnical AssistanceSalesforce Database ManagementMS Office Suite

Soft Skills

Problem-SolvingVerbal CommunicationBusiness WritingCollaborationPresentation Skills

Industry Keywords

ManufacturingLogisticsCorporate Social ResponsibilityNonprofit OrganizationsWorkforce Ecosystems

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support the launch and implementation of manufacturing, logistics, supply chain, and warehousing partnerships
Connect partners with existing training and career development initiatives
Assist communication between affiliates and partners
Collaborate with YouthBuild affiliate staff engaging with national and regional corporate partners
Support meetings, monitor engagement activities, track data, and provide responsive technical assistance
Create, refine, and share guides, training materials, partner briefs, and fundraising materials
Coordinate with Network Engagement and international program staff to maintain relevant industry partnerships
Maintain systems for gathering student placement and opportunity information and recommend tracker improvements
Compile and review program and participant data, identify trends, and contribute to impact reports
Facilitate or co-facilitate industry sector training sessions
Serve as day-to-day contact for domestic and international corporate and employment partners
Research potential partners, support outreach and follow-up, and develop partner introduction plans
Maintain relationships with trade associations, unions, government agencies, educational organizations, and advocacy groups
Collaborate cross-functionally on program design, apprenticeship pathways, equitable workforce systems, and Development priorities
Supervise the Strategic Partnerships Associate
Collaborate with Development, Marketing and Communications, and Network Engagement teams to publicize partnership successes
Travel to conferences, partner meetings, program visits, and other events up to 25% of the time
Serve on internal committees and cross-departmental project teams

Requirements

What you’ll need

A strong desire to provide a positive social impact for opportunity youth by working with employers to grow available and family sustaining career opportunities
Demonstrated experience supporting partnership management, employer engagement, business development, workforce development, or a similar function
Bachelor's degree and a minimum of three years' relevant experience preferred, or equivalent; work experience may substitute for formal education
Experience working with nonprofit organizations is strongly preferred
Familiarity with corporate social responsibility programs, employer-nonprofit partnerships, or nonprofit service delivery is helpful
Work experience and/or industry knowledge in the manufacturing and/or logistics sector
Working knowledge of workforce and talent ecosystems at local, state, national, or international levels
Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively to achieve aligned goals and objectives
Experience coordinating projects and program activities across departments, sites, or stakeholder groups without direct reporting authority
Knowledge of the manufacturing and logistics industries
Experience supporting workforce development technical assistance, training, or partner implementation with a range of stakeholders
Strong relationship management, problem-solving, presentation, verbal communication, and business writing skills
Sound business acumen and ability to convey information professionally to a variety of stakeholders
Entrepreneurial, resourceful, and committed to YouthBuild’s mission and the YouthBuild movement
Technical skills including MS Office Suite software, Salesforce database management, project tracking, and basic budget monitoring
Ability to travel up to 25% of the time
Ability to infrequently push, pull, and carry items weighing < 25 lbs.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental, and vision insurance
A 401(k) plan with an employer match
Generous paid holidays
Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for well-being support
Supportive and inclusive environment