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Full-Time

Partnership Development Manager

Tech Partnerships

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Pendo

Pendo

501-1,000 employees

Enhances digital products for user engagement

Data & Analytics
Enterprise Software

Compensation Overview

$212k - $265kAnnually

+ OTE + Split 50/50

Senior, Expert

Remote in USA

Category
Business Development
Business & Strategy
Required Skills
Sales
Marketing
Requirements
  • 7 years or more of channel partner experience preferably in SaaS
  • Demonstrated consistent track record achieving or exceeding goals and quotas.
  • Possess an understanding of SaaS financial metrics.
  • Strong affinity for learning new technology and the ability to clearly articulate the business value proposition of Pendo’s products
  • Aptitude to educate revenue organizations and experience with building and delivering return on investment presentations.
Responsibilities
  • Evaluating prospective partners for a fit against our Ideal Partner Profile and working partnership deal cycles from prospecting to close
  • Building, managing and executing strategic go to market and sales plans with your named partners that include business case justification
  • Learning and demonstrating the value of the Pendo product line for partners and for partner end customers
  • Uncovering and solving complex partner org challenges, influencing those orgs to change and proactively seeking solutions
  • Pipeline management and reporting in relevant CRM system
  • Working closely with our Partnership Enablement Manager team to grow partnerships into top tier relationships that drive more than millions in ARR per year
  • Building deep, long-term and cross-org relationships with your partners, including: executives, partner teams, sales teams, marketing teams, and product teams to drive revenue for the partner and for Pendo
  • Build revenue sharing models and negotiate contracts and renewals that are beneficial to all parties

Pendo provides solutions for improving product experience and digital adoption for businesses that develop digital products, such as software companies and tech startups. Their platform integrates with existing products to offer tools that help product teams analyze user behavior, collect feedback, and make informed decisions to enhance their offerings. Key features include in-app messaging, user analytics, and feedback collection, which guide users through new features and updates. Pendo differentiates itself by focusing on user engagement and providing actionable insights that help clients meet the high expectations of users. The goal of Pendo is to support businesses in achieving growth and success by ensuring their digital products deliver a positive and valuable user experience.

Company Stage

Series F

Total Funding

$472.6M

Headquarters

Raleigh, North Carolina

Founded

2013

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

8%

1 year growth

11%

2 year growth

-6%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Achieving $200 million in annual recurring revenue and a record number of new product launches highlights Pendo's strong growth trajectory and innovation capacity.
  • Partnerships with major players like Google Cloud to integrate generative AI capabilities position Pendo at the forefront of AI-driven product management solutions.
  • Pendo's recognition as a leader in Everest Group's 2023 Digital Adoption Platforms PEAK Matrix® Assessment underscores its industry leadership and credibility.

What critics are saying

  • The recent layoff of 12% of its staff could indicate underlying financial or operational challenges that may affect employee morale and stability.
  • High competition in the SaaS market, with numerous alternatives and competitors, could pressure Pendo to continuously innovate to maintain its market position.

What makes Pendo unique

  • Pendo's focus on product experience and digital adoption sets it apart from general SaaS providers, offering specialized tools for user engagement and product improvement.
  • The seamless integration of Pendo's platform with clients' existing products allows for real-time user behavior insights and feedback collection, a feature not always available in competing solutions.
  • Pendo's recent enhancements with AI and automation further differentiate it by providing advanced capabilities for product teams to leverage in improving user experiences.