PARTNERSHIP MANAGER

NIO is expanding to MENA, and we’re looking for passionate individuals to join our UAE team and deliver experiences that go beyond expectations! We design, develop, and manufacture premium smart electric vehicles, constantly pushing the boundaries in assisted driving, digital experiences, and battery technology. Be part of shaping the future of electric mobility in the UAE as we launch our operations.

ABOUT NIO

NIO Inc. is a pioneer and a leading company in the premium smart electric vehicle market. Founded in November 2014, NIO’s mission is to shape a joyful lifestyle. NIO aims to build a community starting with smart electric vehicles to share joy and grow together with users. NIO designs, develops, manufactures, and sells premium smart electric vehicles, driving innovations in next-generation technologies in assisted and intelligent driving, digital technologies, electric powertrains and batteries. NIO differentiates itself through its continuous technological breakthroughs and innovations, such as the industry-leading battery swapping technologies, Battery as a Service, or BaaS, as well as proprietary NIO Assisted and Intelligent Driving and its subscription services. Unveiled in May 2024, ONVO, the second smart electric vehicle brand of NIO Inc., is committed to creating better family life and bringing better brand and product experiences to family users.

General Role

The strategic partnerships development manager will play a crucial role in our ambitious market initiative to accelerate NIO’s new customer acquisitions and growth in our priority markets. Your work will strengthen NIO’s strategic presence and business partnerships within the automotive industry and with other local players, directly contributing to our expansion.

The partnership development team of entrepreneurial and enthusiastic members are the Brand Ambassadors of NIO, helping NIO broadcast its brand stories and ambitions. We are dedicated to fulfilling business needs by bridging resources among various industries and companies. We create and implement business plans for NIO regional businesses in collaboration with internal functions.

Main Responsibilities

• Build and develop strategic partnerships with local/regional partners and service providers, fostering relationships and nurturing long-term collaboration opportunities.
• Navigate through partner complexities and stakeholder dynamics to co-create innovative solutions and incentives that address partners’ common pain points.
• Lead negotiations and implementations and ensure alignment with organisational goals.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with sales and marketing teams to ensure program milestones are met and alignment between strategic partnership efforts and overall business goals.

Skills

• Leadership and Management Skills – ability to take/lead initiatives in business development to achieve business goals.
• Networking Skills – the ability to interact effectively with external parties and maintain good relationships with them.
• Financial and Technical Knowledge – ability to understand and work with financial and project teams for the projects.
• Commercial and Business Acumen – a sound understanding of the business and industry environment and competence.
• Superior writing skills and strong presentation skills.
• Good organisational and time management skills.
• Honest and ethical with the highest level of personal and professional integrity.

Profile

• Bachelor’s degree or above from a recognised international university.
• At least 5 years of international solid and proven working experience in business development, marketing, or consultative sales.
• Excellent command of spoken and written English and Arabic is essential. Chinese would be a plus.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in partnership development and agreement negotiations.
• Experience building processes, managing projects, and leading complex programs with various internal and external stakeholders simultaneously.
• Entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to think strategically about complex issues and develop actionable recommendations.
• Established relationships within the automotive industry.

If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you’ll enjoy your career with us!

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