Senior Partner Integrations Manager

Job Description

We are seeking a seasoned and strategic Senior Partner Integrations Manager to lead complex OEM and partner integration and certification initiatives. This role requires a high level of technical fluency, cross-functional leadership, and the ability to influence both internal and external stakeholders at the middle and top management level. You will own the end-to-end integration lifecycle, drive strategic alignment with key partners, and ensure scalable, high-quality integrations that support Tekion’s growth and innovation.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead strategic planning and execution of OEM and other partner integrations or certifications across multiple product lines and geographies.


• Build and maintain middle- to top-management level relationships with OEMs and key partners to influence integration roadmaps and priorities.


• Define and drive the long-term vision for partner integrations in collaboration with Product, Engineering, and Commercial teams.


• Oversee complex integration programs end-to-end, ensuring alignment with business goals, technical feasibility, and delivery timelines.


• Serve as the primary escalation point for integration-related issues, proactively identifying and mitigating risks.


• Represent Tekion in partner meetings, industry forums, and executive briefings.


• Foster a culture of excellence and continuous improvement.


• Champion best practices in integration architecture, data exchange, and partner onboarding.


• Collaborate with Legal, Security, and Compliance teams to ensure integrations meet regulatory and contractual obligations.


• Drive post-integration enablement by delivering targeted training and clear documentation to ensure smooth adoption and long-term success across internal teams and external partners.

Skills and Experience

• Lead strategic planning and execution of OEM and other partner integrations or certifications across multiple product lines and geographies.


• Build and maintain middle- to top-management level relationships with OEMs and key partners to influence integration roadmaps and priorities.


• Define and drive the long-term vision for partner integrations in collaboration with Product, Engineering, and Commercial teams.


• Oversee complex integration programs end-to-end, ensuring alignment with business goals, technical feasibility, and delivery timelines.


• Serve as the primary escalation point for integration-related issues, proactively identifying and mitigating risks.


• Represent Tekion in partner meetings, industry forums, and executive briefings.


• Foster a culture of excellence and continuous improvement.


• Champion best practices in integration architecture, data exchange, and partner onboarding.


• Collaborate with Legal, Security, and Compliance teams to ensure integrations meet regulatory and contractual obligations.


• Drive post-integration enablement by delivering targeted training and clear documentation to ensure smooth adoption and long-term success across internal teams and external partners.

Preferred Skills

• Experience in the automotive retail industry or with connected vehicle platforms.


• Familiarity with enterprise integration patterns, middleware, and cloud-native architectures.


• Background in product management or technical program management.

Experience leading global teams or managing international partner relationships.

Perks and Benefits

• Competitive compensation and generous stock options   


• 100% employer-paid top-of-the-line medical, dental and vision coverage  


• Great benefits including unlimited PTO, parental leave and free snacks and beverages  


• The opportunity to work with some of the brightest minds from Silicon Valley’s most dominant and successful companies   


• Be part of an early stage, hyper-growth start-up with the opportunity to grow and prosper    


• Work on the latest and coolest technologies – everything is home-grown and built ground-up   


• A dynamic work environment with a strong sense of community and collaboration   


• The open and transparent culture that encourages innovation, rewards performance and discourages hierarchy   


• Exciting opportunities for career growth and development   

Current Tekion Employees – Please apply via Greenhouse Internal Job Board