Strategic Partnerships Manager

As a Strategic Partnerships Manager at Nimble, you'll be responsible for managing existing relationships with pharmaceutical companies, developing and executing business goals, researching potential new partners, creating proposals, and successfully closing high-stakes deals. With a focus on collaboration and strategic growth, your role will involve continuous analysis of business opportunities within the healthcare sector.

To be successful in the Strategic Partnerships Manager position at Nimble, you should have 3-5+ years of experience in investment banking or strategy consulting and 1-2 years in a startup or pharmaceutical environment. A strong proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint is essential, along with excellent communication skills and a proactive attitude. Experience with SQL is a plus, enhancing your ability to analyze data for better decision-making.

Nimble is committed to fostering a collaborative and open environment where you can grow professionally. Working closely with the CEO and leadership team offers a unique insight into high-level strategies, while the company emphasizes a culture of learning and development. We provide resources for skill enhancement and ensure our employees are recognized for their contributions.

At Nimble, the salary range for a Strategic Partnerships Manager is between $130,000 and $180,000 annually. This competitive compensation is paired with a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, along with a generous vacation policy and paid holidays, making it a rewarding opportunity overall.

The work culture at Nimble is driven by collaboration and innovation. As a Strategic Partnerships Manager, you'll be surrounded by compassionate and driven colleagues who celebrate success. You’ll have the unique opportunity to impact an industry positively, all while working in a fast-paced environment that values diversity, inclusion, and belonging.

It's crucial to articulate past experiences where you've built and managed partnerships within the pharmaceutical sector. Describe specific partnerships you handled, the strategies you employed, and the outcomes achieved to demonstrate your effectiveness in such roles.

Begin your answer by discussing techniques such as market research, networking at industry conferences, and leveraging analytics to identify trends and opportunities. Highlight your proactive approach in seeking out partners that align well with Nimble's mission.

Discuss how you utilize organizational skills and project management tools to stay on top of various relationships. You could mention methods such as creating priority lists and using communication tools to ensure all partners receive the necessary attention.

Offer a specific example where negotiation skills were paramount. Emphasize your preparation, tactics employed, and how you reached a mutually beneficial outcome. Highlight your ability to maintain a calm demeanor under pressure.

In your response, describe how you approach proposal development by first understanding a partner’s needs, crafting tailored solutions, and incorporating relevant data and case studies to make a compelling argument for collaboration.

It’s essential to mention key performance indicators (KPIs) such as revenue growth, partner satisfaction, and the number of successful projects completed. Discuss your ability to analyze these metrics and adjust strategies accordingly.

Communication is vital for maintaining strong partnership relations. Explain that regular check-ins, transparent reporting, and feedback loops are essential components that help ensure alignment and address issues promptly.

Highlight your proactive approach to market analysis and willingness to pivot strategies based on trends and feedback. Mention how continuous learning is key to staying ahead and adapting to changing conditions effectively.

This is a chance to share your passion for healthtech and how it impacts lives positively. Discuss specific innovations that thrill you and how you see yourself contributing to Nimble's mission to improve healthcare accessibility and efficiency.

Provide a narrative about a successful partnership you managed, detailing the initial goals, the collaborative efforts involved, and the positive results achieved, thus showcasing the impact of your coordination and management skills.