Associate Director, Partnering - Designworks, a BMW Group Company

The Associate Director, Partnering will be responsible for successfully achieving Designworks Partnering targets by creating new client networks that align with Designworks strategic objectives, service offering and value system.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provides keen insight on behalf of DW global brand, partnering and development strategies.
• Conducts strategic partnering efforts for new clients in targeted business and industry sectors as well as within the BMW Group through their extensive knowledge, experience and best judgment to leverage.
• Expands Designworks business networks and knowledge for new customer engagements, and new types of engagements locally while in alignment with global counterparts, leading to entering relationships with organizations that compliment DW strategic objectives, service offerings and value system, which produces meaningful results in new business development providing value for our Customer, Designworks, and BMW Group.
• Define project/client scope potential.
• Target and initial client contact. Create strategies and plans for initial client contact and capture.
• Develop and maintain marketing and sales material (case studies, value modules, sales pitch, proposal standards)
• Write proposals, including the scope of the program, program schedule and prepare budget with Creative Consulting, with partners in Project Management or Design group leads as assigned.
• Negotiate scope and budget with potential client.
• Interface with legal departments (client and internal) regarding contracts, agreements, and standard terms.
• Maintain and monitor relevant system documents (PMS report, Active Project Status, utilization etc.).
• Attends trade shows, events, follows the creative community.
• Supports research and vendor liaison.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Join the BMW North America team and enjoy a high-performance Total Rewards package that may include:

Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance.
All with options for $0 Employee contribution.
401(k) with Company match.
Retirement Income Account (RIA).
Employee vehicle program.
Bonus eligibility.
Paid Parental Leave of up to 6 weeks.
Paid Time Off in addition to Company paid holidays where eligible.
Voluntary Benefits to fit your needs.

The pay range for this role is $105,524-$131,905

The selected candidate's education, skills, experience, and location will be used to determine the final salary offer. This statement is in accordance with state and local pay disclosure requirements.

Even more so than the generous compensation and benefits, the culture and values of BMW North America make it the ultimate working environment. These values are Responsibility, Appreciation, Transparency, Trust, and Openness. We allow these values to guide the way we conduct ourselves and our business.

At BMW, we are driven by diversity, equity, and inclusion. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and are welcoming of all individuals, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration or Design
• 7 - 10 years of Business development or related experience in a similar industry.
• 1 - 2 years of team leadership.

Preferences:

• Master's Degree preferred (MBA or hybrid business degree)