Manager, Analytics, Data Platform & Partnerships

• Job Title: Manager, Analytics, Data Platform & Partnerships
• Location: Chicago, Illinois, United States
• Type: Full Time

• Our Client is seeking a strategic and commercially driven Manager – Analytics, Data Platform & Partnerships to support the growth and commercialization of enterprise data solutions through strategic partnerships and third-party data ecosystems.
• This role serves as a critical bridge between external data providers and internal business teams, ensuring data solutions are effectively packaged, compliant, and aligned with client and business objectives.

Key Responsibilities:

• Sales Support & Commercial Enablement
• Partner with sales and account teams to integrate third-party and licensed data into client solutions
• Support client discussions by articulating data sourcing, usage rights, and business value of external data assets
• Contribute to proposals, presentations, and RFP responses involving data partnerships and licensing
• Help position and differentiate the organization’s data ecosystem and audience solutions in the market
• Data Partnership Management
• Support onboarding and management of third-party data providers and strategic partners
• Evaluate new partnership opportunities based on data quality, scalability, compliance, and commercial fit
• Maintain deep understanding of partner capabilities, use cases, and available datasets
• Licensing & Compliance Coordination
• Collaborate with legal and compliance teams to ensure proper use of licensed data and adherence to regulatory requirements
• Define and communicate data usage guidelines and restrictions internally and externally
• Ensure alignment between contractual agreements and operational delivery capabilities
• Solution Development & Integration
• Partner with internal analytics, product, and marketing teams to integrate external data into audience and campaign solutions
• Help design data-driven targeting, segmentation, and marketing strategies
• Ensure solutions are scalable, operationally feasible, and aligned with business goals
• Market Intelligence & Ecosystem Growth
• Stay current on trends in data licensing, privacy regulations, identity resolution, and data marketplaces
• Support development of go-to-market materials and internal enablement programs
• Identify opportunities to expand the organization’s data ecosystem through new partnerships and licensing models

What We’re Looking For:

• Strong understanding of data partnerships, data licensing, and privacy considerations
• Experience working with third-party data providers, adtech/martech platforms, or data ecosystems
• Ability to translate complex data concepts into practical business solutions
• Excellent cross-functional collaboration and stakeholder management skills
• Strong commercial awareness and client-facing communication abilities
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and partner relationships effectively

Qualifications:

• Experience:
• 5+ years of experience in data-driven marketing, analytics partnerships, data licensing, or related fields
• Experience supporting data-enabled client solutions and commercial initiatives
• Background in marketing technology, advertising technology, or data services environments preferred

Knowledge & Skills:

• Understanding of privacy and compliance frameworks (e.g., data usage governance and regulatory considerations)
• Familiarity with omnichannel marketing, audience targeting, and data activation strategies
• Strong presentation, coordination, and problem-solving skills