Partner Sales Manager
Tempo
Location
United States
Employment Type
Full time
Location Type
Remote
Department
Sales
With over 30,000 customers, including a third of Fortune 500 companies, Tempo is trusted by organizations across the globe to make their workflows work better.
We create a suite of integrated solutions for time management, resource planning, budget management, roadmapping, program management, reporting and more. We create the tech that enables the modern team to deliver – for every step from first vision to value.
Since our beginning in 2007 as a project to make a time-tracking tool to help a client – Tempo has expanded to become the #1 time management add-on for Jira, and we have developed and acquired a multitude of tools to become one of the most trusted names in the Atlassian ecosystem.
We want everyone to work better – but we also want to be a tech company with a heart. Join us as we continuously innovate our award-winning products, create new solutions, and help the world work smarter, not harder.
About the role:
We’re looking for a Partner Sales Manager to lead and scale our partner-driven revenue motion. This role is responsible for developing high-impact relationships with strategic partners (e.g., Atlassian ecosystem partners, resellers, and Solution Providers), enabling them to effectively position Tempo’s products, and driving pipeline and revenue through indirect channels.
You’ll sit at the intersection of sales, partnerships and strategy—owning partner performance while building programs that accelerate growth.
What you’ll do:
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Partner Revenue Growth
Own and exceed partner-sourced and partner-influenced revenue targets
Build joint go-to-market (GTM) plans with key partners
Identify new partnership opportunities to expand Tempo’s ecosystem
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Partner Enablement & Management
Recruit, onboard, and develop high-performing partners
Deliver training, sales plays and enablement resources
Act as the primary point of contact for strategic partner relationships
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Pipeline Development
Collaborate with partners to generate qualified pipeline
Support deal cycles alongside partners (co-selling, deal strategy, etc.)
Ensure strong partner engagement across the full sales funnel
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Cross-Functional Collaboration
Work closely with Sales, Marketing, Customer Success and Product teams
Align partner initiatives with broader company GTM strategy
Provide feedback from partners to inform product and positioning
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Program Development
Help shape and evolve Tempo’s partner program (incentives, tiers, certifications)
Track and optimize partner performance metrics
Scale repeatable processes for partner success
Who you are:
7+ years of experience in partner sales, channel sales, or alliances in a B2B SaaS environment
Proven track record of driving revenue through partners
Experience working within or alongside the Atlassian ecosystem
Strong relationship-building and stakeholder management skills
Ability to operate both strategically and tactically
Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills
Experience with marketplace-driven sales motions
Data-driven mindset with experience managing pipeline and forecasting
Why Join Tempo?
Impact: Work on meaningful products that empower enterprise users and improve productivity.
Innovation: Be part of a culture that values creativity and innovation, with opportunities to make a real impact.
Collaboration: Join a supportive, collaborative UX team that values openness, communication, and a continuous learning environment.
Growth: Opportunities for professional development, including conferences, courses, and mentorship.
What's In It For You (Org-wide) -
Remote First work environment
Unlimited vacation in most of our locations!!
Great benefits including health, dental, vision and savings plan.
Perks such as training reimbursement, WFH reimbursement, and more.
Diverse and dynamic teams with challenging and exciting work.
An opportunity to have a real impact on our business.
A great range of social activities (both in person and virtual).
Optional in person meet-ups and the ability to travel to our international offices
Employee referral program
And so much more!
Note: As our hiring teams are global, please submit your resume in English only
Apply today to join the Tempo team and help shape the future of enterprise productivity software.
Join us at Tempo Software, where we proudly foster an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to creating an inclusive culture where all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.