Alliance Manager (Embedded Partnerships)
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Senior Level
Full-Time
Top Benefits
Hybrid work model
Equity packages
Company events
About the role
- We are seeking a highly motivated and curious Alliance Manager to support the growth of our ERP partner ecosystem
- This role will focus on identifying, researching, and initiating relationships with emerging ERP platforms and ERP-adjacent technologies across North America and global markets
- Through grit, attention to detail, and a builder mindset, you will help Tipalti identify and engage the platforms that will define the future of financial operations
- This role is critical to expanding Tipalti’s ecosystem by creating pipeline for future partnerships and enabling our Alliances team to move faster on high-potential opportunities
- Ecosystem Identification & Market Development
- Identify and research emerging ERP, accounting, and financial management platforms, with a focus on AI-native, vertical, and international ERPs
- Build and maintain a robust pipeline of prospective ERP and ERP-adjacent partners aligned to Tipalti’s Ideal Partner Profile
- Continuously monitor market trends, funding activity, and product innovation across the ERP landscape
- Outbound Partner Development
- Initiate outbound engagement with prospective partners, including founders, product leaders, and partnerships stakeholders
- Craft thoughtful, personalized outreach that clearly articulates Tipalti’s value within ERP ecosystems
- Establish early-stage relationships and position Tipalti as a strategic partner for embedded financial operations
- Pipeline Creation & Qualification
- Qualify prospective partners based on strategic fit, technical alignment, and growth potential
- Generate and manage a pipeline of new ERP partnership opportunities for Alliance Managers
- Document research, outreach, and engagement activity within Salesforce and internal systems
- Support early discovery conversations and help shape initial partner strategy
- Provide structured insights on target partners, including product capabilities, ICP alignment, and ecosystem positioning
- Ecosystem Intelligence & Feedback
- Deliver insights to internal stakeholders on ERP market trends, competitive landscape, and emerging opportunities
- Provide feedback to Product, Marketing, and Partnerships teams on integration opportunities and ecosystem gaps
- Help refine Tipalti’s Ideal Partner Profile and ecosystem expansion strategy
Benefits
- Hybrid work model
- Equity packages
- Company events
- Collaborative work spaces
- Opportunities for professional growth
- Inclusive community
- Global opportunities and exposure
- Authentic colleagues
- Autonomy- The ideal candidate is deeply interested in the ERP and financial technology landscape, stays close to emerging trends (including AI-native ERPs), and thrives in a research-driven, outbound environment
- Demonstrated ability to research markets, identify opportunities, and translate insights into action
- Builder mindset with a proactive, “get-it-done” mentality
- Experience with Salesforce, LinkedIn Sales Navigator, or similar tools is a plus
- 5+ years of experience in business development, partnerships, consulting, or market research within SaaS or fintech
- Highly organized with strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple initiatives simultaneously
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced, ambiguous environment with a high degree of ownership
- Strong interest in ERP, accounting, financial operations, or embedded fintech ecosystems
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, especially in outbound and executive-level messaging