barkleyokrp · Remote / Kansas City, MO / Chicago, IL / New York, NY / Denver, CO · Remote
<p><span data-contrast="auto"><strong><span class="TextRun SCXW207117459 BCX0" lang="EN-US" data-contrast="none"><span class="NormalTextRun SpellingErrorV2Themed SCXW207117459 BCX0">MissionOne</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW207117459 BCX0"> Media is a brand within </span><span class="NormalTextRun SpellingErrorV2Themed SCXW207117459 BCX0">BarkleyOKRP</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW207117459 BCX0"> that combines full-funnel media planning and buying services, CRM, data, analytics, retail media, SEO, and digital experiences. </span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW207117459 BCX0">We’re</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW207117459 BCX0"> an indepen</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW207117459 BCX0">dent media partner offering transparency, integration, and a relentless focus on business impact.</span></span><span class="EOP SCXW207117459 BCX0" data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"335559738":0,"335559739":0}"> </span></strong></span></p> <p><span data-contrast="auto">As the VP, Partnerships, you are a leader within MissionOne Media’s Activation team, driving BarkleyOKRP's growth and competitive advantage through high-impact ad platform, media, and technology partnerships. Building upon the foundation of existing partnership programs, s/he will be responsible for envisioning, developing, and executing a comprehensive partnership strategy that aligns with the agency's overarching business objectives and maximizes value for clients, partners, and BarkleyOKRP.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"335559738":240,"335559739":240}"> </span></p> <p><span data-contrast="auto">You will lead and mentor a team of partnership professionals, fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and strategic thinking. With a deep understanding of the digital marketing landscape, coupled with exceptional relationship-building and negotiation skills, you will be critical in forging and nurturing relationships with key platform partners (Google, Microsoft, Meta, Amazon, and emerging platforms) and strategic media and technology providers as needed.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"335559738":240,"335559739":240}"> </span></p> <p><span data-contrast="auto">This role demands a leader who can anticipate future industry trends, identify strategic opportunities, and translate them into actionable partnership initiatives that drive revenue growth, enhance service offerings, elevate subject matter expertise, and solidify BarkleyOKRP's position as the leading independent agency. You will be a key voice in strategic decision-making, providing insights and recommendations on platform trial and adoption, investment strategies, and collaborative opportunities that propel the agency forward.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"335559738":240,"335559739":240}"> </span></p> <p> </p> <p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">The Role:</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{"335559738":240,"335559739":240}"> </span></p> <ul> <li data-leveltext="●" data-font="" data-listid="1" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"●","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Strategic Vision & Leadership:</span></strong><span data-contrast="auto"> Develop and articulate a long-term vision and strategy for BarkleyOKRP's platform partnerships, aligning with the agency's overall growth objectives and client needs.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"335559738":240}"> </span></li> </ul> <ul> <li data-leveltext="●" data-font="" data-listid="1" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"●","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="2" data-aria-level="1"><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Relationship Management:</span></strong><span data-contrast="auto"> Cultivate and maintain strong, executive-level relationships with key platform partners (Google, Microsoft, Meta, Amazon, and more), acting as a primary point of contact and advocate for BarkleyOKRP.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li> </ul> <ul> <li data-leveltext="●" data-font="" data-listid="1" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"●","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="3" data-aria-level="1"><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Partnership Development & Execution:</span></strong><span data-contrast="auto"> Identify, evaluate, and prioritize potential partnership opportunities that drive significant value for BarkleyOKRP and its clients, leading the negotiation and execution of commercial partnership agreements.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li> </ul> <ul> <li data-leveltext="●" data-font="" data-listid="1" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"●","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="4" data-aria-level="1"><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Cross-Functional Collaboration:</span></strong><span data-contrast="auto"> Collaborate closely with senior leadership across all BarkleyOKRP departments (including MissionOne Media, Growth, Marketing, Strategy, CX, FUEL, and Creative) to ensure partnership initiatives are integrated into agency opera