Growth Marketing & Business Development Manager, Partnerships

We're looking for a data-driven and entrepreneurial Business Development Manager, Partnerships to grow our partnerships pipeline and expand our footprint across new and emerging digital channels. This role is focused on sourcing, pitching, and closing new partnerships that drive measurable customer acquisition growth - then owning those relationships strategically as they scale.

This is an individual contributor role ideal for someone with 5-7 years of partnerships or business development experience who thrives on hunting down new opportunities, building trust with decision-makers, and closing deals.

- This role is based in our New York City office, located in the heart of the Penn District in Midtown Manhattan.

- Candidates who are able to work a hybrid schedule of 2-3 days per week in the office are strongly preferred, allowing for meaningful in-person collaboration with our growth, creative, and technology teams.

- Build and manage a pipeline of prospective partners and non-traditional media opportunities, prioritizing based on fit against acquisition and business goals.

- Lead outreach, pitching, and negotiation with prospective partners - owning the relationship from first conversation through signed agreement, onboarding and ongoing partner management.

- Structure commercial terms and contracts in partnership with legal/finance, balancing partner economics with company goals.

- Serve as the primary relationship owner for partners you bring on - the point of contact for the partnership, especially as it grows.

- Partner closely with the performance marketing team, who support day-to-day activation, optimization, and performance tracking for live partnerships - ensuring continued alignment on performance goals and health.

- Conduct market and competitive research to identify new partnership models, emerging channels, and trends that create acquisition opportunities.

- Represent the company at industry events, conferences, and through your own network to build a strong deal pipeline.

- Provide input into forecasting and pipeline contribution from new partnerships in collaboration with performance marketing and analytics.

- Collaborate cross-functionally to structure partnerships that are set up for long-term success.

- Maintain a flexible, solutions-oriented mindset in a fast-paced environment, adapting to shifting priorities and new opportunities.

- Volume and quality of new partnerships sourced and closed.

- Customer acquisition growth driven by newly launched partnerships.

- Speed and efficiency of the deal cycle, from first outreach to signed and launched.

- Strength of ongoing partner relationships, measured by sales production and partner satisfaction.

- Proven track record in business development, partnerships, or sales - sourcing, pitching, negotiating, and closing deals with external partners or decision-makers.

- A sales-driven mindset with a deep understanding of pipeline, revenue impact, and how to prioritize opportunities.

- Excellent communication, relationship-building, and negotiation skills, with the ability to build trust and credibility with external stakeholders and decision-makers.

- Comfortable owning ambiguity - able to build a partnership from a cold conversation to a signed, launched deal with minimal hand-holding.

- Strong project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple relationships simultaneously at different stages.

- Self-motivated and goal-driven, with a bias toward action and comfort operating independently as an individual contributor.

- Comfortable working cross-functionally, including partnering with teammates on operational execution while retaining relationship ownership.

- Detail-oriented, with a commitment to structuring deals that are sustainable and set up for long-term success.

- Be part of a mission-driven company that values creativity, innovation, transparency, and collaboration

- Enjoy working from our office located located in the heart of the Penn District in Midtown Manhattan, with flexibility for remote or hybrid work (2- 3 days in the office per week)

- When in office, enjoy complimentary lunch daily, and pets are always welcome

- Join a team that genuinely cares about creating a positive, inclusive work environment where everyone can thrive

- The pay range for this position is $130,000 - $150,000 on a full-time basis

- Along with base salary, your position may qualify for additional bonuses

At Fetch, we recognize the importance of work-life balance and prioritize our employees' mental health and well-being, ensuring everyone can flourish both professionally and personally. Not just pets, we want our employees to live their best lives too - here at Fetch, you have access to the valuable benefits listed below.

- Comprehensive Medical, dental, and vision plan for you and your family

- Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) are available

- Generous 20-day PTO Policy, with rollover options. Earn an additional day of PTO each year on your anniversary with Fetch, for a maximum of 30 days

- Fetch Pet Insurance discount - up to 50% off, up to $1,000 savings/year

- Volunteering - earn up to 8 hours per calendar year at nonprofit organizations

- NYC Office Amenities: Pet-friendly environment, free lunch, snacks, and additional amenities; transit accessible

We're committed to building a workplace that reflects the diversity of pet parents everywhere-hiring and developing individuals from all backgrounds and experiences to strengthen our inclusive, collaborative culture. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender, age, marital status, appearance, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, family responsibilities, disability, medical condition, student status, political affiliation, military or veteran status, citizenship, genetic information, or any other status protected by law.

Fetch will provide reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities throughout the hiring process.