Job Description
For us
„Let's Go!“ is not just a slogan, it is an attitude. We love technology and we want to excite. We have fun and want to inspire. Our customers and our teams. That's why we are looking for people who share this spirit. People who are passionate about creating the shopping experience of the future together with 50.000 colleagues across Europe.
- Own the Data & AI partner & program strategy as a derivative of business priorities, setting guardrails for all data-driven initiatives (e.g., policies on data sharing, ethical AI, IP protection)
- Translate business strategy into a targeted external partner roadmap and innovation portfolio
- Lead the scouting and assessment of new technologies across academic, start-up, and scale-up ecosystems, identifying high-impact opportunities for our business
- Define partner engagement models, governance structures, and joint execution plans with key Data & AI players
- Manage strategic partnerships with major Data & AI partners such as Google Cloud, Microsoft, and OpenAI, ensuring alignment to business goals and measurable value creation
- Negotiate, influence, and co-develop initiatives with senior executives at partner organizations
- Develop joint innovation programs, proof-of-concept pipelines, and scalable deployment models
- Maintain and continuously update a curated partner portfolio and technology innovation funnel
- Actively monitor the global Data & AI landscape for disruptive technologies, competitive moves, and emerging standard
- Represent MMS in relevant innovation networks, conferences, and partner councils
- 7–10+ years of experience in partner management, strategic alliances, or program management, preferably in technology, consulting, or AI-related industries
- Proven track record of managing complex, multi-million-Euro partnerships and delivering measurable business outcomes
- Strong ability to translate business strategies into actionable partner and program roadmaps
- Excellent negotiation, influencing, and stakeholder management skills at C-level
- Deep understanding of Data & AI trends, cloud platforms, and enterprise technology landscapes
- Familiarity with partner business models, joint go-to-market structures, and co-innovation practices
- Understanding of retail, e-commerce, or related customer-centric industries preferred
- Exceptional communication and relationship-building skills
- Strategic thinker with a strong execution bias
- Comfortable operating in a matrixed, cross-functional environment
- Curious mindset with a passion for technology and innovation
- International teams & exciting tasks
- 30 days vacation & company pension plan
- Employees discount & Fitness Collaborations
- Training & Education
- Open corporate culture & Teamwork
- Mobile work (50/50)
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