Job Purpose

Panda Retail Company is seeking a dynamic and experienced Loyalty Partnership Manager to drive the growth of its loyalty program through strategic partnerships. The ideal candidate will have 6-8 years of experience with a proven track record of closing partnership deals successfully. This role requires a resourceful individual with strong networking, negotiation, and leadership skills to manage relationships with external partners and internal teams across marketing, commercial, legal, finance, and operations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Partnership Development:

• Identify and establish partnerships with leading loyalty programs and cross-industry companies within the Kingdom to enhance the value proposition for Panda\'s customers.

• Negotiate deals that deliver maximum benefits for the loyalty program while ensuring profitability and sustainability.

• Business Development & Strategic Planning:

• Develop and execute a robust strategy to build profitable partnerships aligned with Panda\'s loyalty program goals.

• Continuously seek new opportunities to expand benefit avenues for customers across different touch points in their lives.

• Proposal Crafting & Presentation:

• Design compelling partnership proposals tailored to meet both partner and Panda\'s objectives.

• Showcase marketing expertise by effectively positioning the loyalty brand to partners, building a strong program image.

• Stakeholder Management:

• Serve as a liaison between external partners and internal teams (marketing, commercial, legal, financial, operations) to ensure seamless implementation of partnerships.

• Build and maintain strong relationships with all stakeholders to foster collaboration and support for loyalty initiatives.

• Program Branding & Marketing:

• Work closely with the marketing team to elevate the loyalty program’s brand identity and visibility in the market.

• Ensure Panda\'s loyalty program becomes a trusted and recognizable brand among customers and partners.

• Leadership & Team Collaboration:

• Manage and guide cross-functional teams in partnership-related projects, ensuring objectives are met within timelines.

• Display strong leadership skills in stakeholder negotiations and collaborative decision-making.

• Commercial & Financial Acumen:

• Evaluate partnership deals for financial viability and long-term sustainability.

• Work with financial teams to assess and optimize partnership profitability.