Senior Partner Programs Manager, MSPs

Come join the company that is reinventing cloud security and empowering businesses to thrive in the cloud. As the fastest-growing startup ever, Wiz is on a mission to help organizations secure cloud environments that will accelerate their businesses. Trusted by security teams all over the world, we have a proven track record of success and a culture that values world-class talent.  

Our Wizards from over 20 countries work together to protect the infrastructure of our hundreds of customers, including over 45% of the Fortune 100, who trust us to scan and secure over 230 billion files daily. We’re the leading player in a massive and growing market, but it’s still early enough for you to make a significant impact. At Wiz, you’ll have the freedom to think creatively, dream big, and use your full range of skills to contribute to our record growth. Come join our team and help us create secure cloud environments that allow the best companies to move faster. 

SUMMARY

Wiz is seeking an experienced Senior Partner Programs Manager to join our WW Channels & Alliances Organization. In this role you will be instrumental in building and executing a rapidly evolving multi-year partner programs strategy. Operating within a collaborative team environment you’ll be both the owner and operator of a defined partner program track, first overseeing program development and then transitioning over time to operational excellence and compliance initiatives. The role requires a flexible skill set that can turn strategy into execution, and then shift to continuous improvement as our global partner programs scale. You will be part of a dynamic team that is delivering comprehensive programs which both leverage and strengthen ecosystem partnerships with MSPs.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

Program Leadership  

• Lead strategic partner program development, from ideation through execution, ensuring outcomes are clearly defined, tracked, and achieved.
• Partner with a diverse group of cross functional stakeholders to define and execute multi-year growth strategies via partner program frameworks 
• Define success criteria and KPIs for programs, regularly report progress to leadership, and proactively manage risks and dependencies.
• Lead complex projects while ensuring effective communication of progress across teams
• Promote a culture of action, urgency, and collaboration to accelerate delivery in a hyper-growth environment.

Program Development:

• Design and implement new partner programs, initiatives, and growth models 
• Build and maintain program documentation, partner onboarding, training materials, etc.  
• Develop program success metrics and define KPIs to measure ongoing performance 
• Lead internal/external program reviews and drive continuous improvement efforts
• Establish best practices for program scalability and repeatability

Operational Excellence:

• Establish frameworks, processes, and governance models that drive accountability and transparency
• Implement operational efficiency improvements and automation initiatives
• Manage resource allocation, budgets, and program capacity planning
• Ensure partner programs meet regulatory requirements and internal policies
• Conduct regular program audits and assessments. 
• Conduct annual operating & capacity planning reviews
• Implement risk management strategies for partner relationships
• Coordinate with legal and compliance teams on partner agreements
• Monitor and report on compliance metrics

WHAT YOU’LL BRING

• 8+ years of program management experience in Channel/Alliances or individual contribution
• Minimum of 3+ years of experience building and managing partner programs with MSPs, including demonstrated expertise in developing operational frameworks, conducting internal audits, and implementing governance controls for partner ecosystems
• A teammate and change champion with a bias for action (validated experience of leading others to think and act differently according to business needs)
• Forward-thinking, results-oriented, values collaboration, self-motivated, and willing to adapt to change in a fast-moving environment
• Proven program and project management acumen with a track record of effectively leading multifaceted initiatives
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to build content & professional decks in Microsof