Director, Partnerships EMEA

About Us
SharkNinja is a global product design and technology company, with a diversified portfolio of 5-star rated lifestyle solutions that positively impact people's lives in homes around the world. Powered by two trusted, global brands, Shark and Ninja, the company has a proven track record of bringing disruptive innovation to market and developing one consumer product after another has allowed SharkNinja to enter multiple product categories, driving significant growth and market share gains. Headquartered in Needham, Massachusetts with more than 4,100 associates, the company's products are sold at key retailers, online and offline, and through distributors around the world.
AI at SharkNinja
At SharkNinja, we're building an AI-native culture. We're not waiting for the future; we're creating it. Our people are expected to experiment boldly, adopt new tools, and continuously raise what's possible to create meaningful impact for our consumers. If you believe the best way to do your job hasn't been invented yet, you'll fit right in.
As the EMEA Director of Partnerships at SharkNinja, you will play a pivotal role in identifying, developing, and managing strategic partnerships and macro influencers that drive brand growth and visibility and enhance the consumer experience with our brands. You will work cross functionally with Marketing teams (Product & Integrated Marketing), Social Media, PR, Media, Analytics and Creative teams to ensure our partnerships support and amplify brand and product initiatives across all Shark and Ninja categories. From co-marketing opportunities to innovative collaborations and global expansions, you will act as the strategic connector and relationship builder who brings powerful partnerships to life.
You are a creative thinker and results-oriented leader with a passion for building strong, mutually beneficial relationships. You're comfortable navigating complex cross functional environments, crafting compelling partner narratives, and leading execution across multiple markets.
What You'll Do:

• Identify, negotiate, and manage strategic partnerships that align with SharkNinja's brand and business goals including leaning into the influencer market at a macro level

• Collaborate closely with Brand, Integrated Marketing, Social Media and Creative teams to align partnership strategies with product roadmaps and marketing launches

• Develop and lead co-branded marketing programs with partners, including event activations, content development and media initiatives

• Manage day to day partner relationships, ensuring effective collaboration, timely execution, and ongoing alignment

• Track and analyze partnership performance and identify opportunities for optimization

• Create partnership briefing documents and presentations for internal and external stakeholders

• Stay informed on industry trends and competitive partnership strategies to fuel innovation

• Represent the partnership function in global and cross functional meetings to drive alignment and influence outcomes

What You'll Bring

• Strong relationship building and communication skills with the ability to influence and inspire both internal and external partners

• Experience driving cross functional initiatives with global teams and external collaborators

• Strategic thinker with the ability to connect the dots between brand, product, and consumer needs

• Strong organizational skills and project management expertise across multiple complex initiatives

• Passion for brand storytelling, innovation, and consumer centric marketing

• Analytical mindset with experience evaluating campaign and partner performance using data

• Creative problem solver with a bias toward action

• Comfortable working in a fast paced, dynamic environment

Qualifications

• Role is based in London

• Experience in partnerships, business development, brand marketing, social influencers or related fields

• Proven track record of successfully developing and managing strategic 360 partnerships across industries

• Experience working with global teams and launching initiatives across international markets

• Familiarity with integrated marketing communications and product go to market strategies

• Knowledge of global sports and entertainment landscape

• Experience managing and growing teams

Our Culture
At SharkNinja, we don't just raise the bar-we push past it every single day. Our Outrageously Extraordinary mindset drives us to tackle the impossible, push boundaries, and deliver results that others only dream of. If you thrive on breaking out of your swim lane, you'll be right at home.
What We Offer
We offer competitive health insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, employee stock purchase options, wellness programs, SharkNinja product discounts, and more. We empower your personal and professional growth with high impact Learning Programs featuring bold voices redefining what's possible. When you join, you're not just part of a company-you're part of an outrageously extraordinary community. Together, we won't just launch products-we'll disrupt entire markets.
At SharkNinja, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion are vital to our global success. Valuing each unique voice and blending all of our diverse skills strengthens SharkNinja's innovation every day. We support ALL associates in bringing their authentic selves to work, making an impact, and having the opportunity for career acceleration. With help from our leadership, associates, and our community, we aim to have equity be a key component of the SharkNinja DNA.
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