Partner Platform Manager

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Partner Platform Manager

Seattle WA or San Mateo CA (hybrid)
*remote considered west coast preferred

Role Overview

The Partner Platform Manager will be responsible for coordinating the execution of the commercial agenda for the Studio Business Groups 1st party software portfolio across various external platform partners.

You will partner with multiple teams across the PlayStation business (QA Global Marketing Release Management CDS Operations Commercial Finance and more) to ensure flawless execution across partner store fronts and marketing channels as well as being a subject matter expert on best practices in the space.

The ideal candidate will be data-driven proactive and results-oriented with a strong ability to manage complex business relationships influence cross-functional teams and deliver compelling commercial strategies.

Key Responsibilities

• Partner Account Management: Serve as regular point of contact with partner platforms to co-ordinate rhythm of business meeting and ongoing tactical engagement
• Product Launch and Promotions GTM Provide coordination between partner and internal teams to ensure top tier execution for each phase of product launch including announce pre-purchase launch and promotions. This requires the ability to collaborate and build relationships with multiple teams to be successful. Manage asset production and setup on partner platforms.
• Platform Analysis and Insights Support - Analyze platform trends and best practices to make recommendations across multiple internal teams to optimize commercial performance.
• Promotions Develop and execute platform specific product promotional plans across Global Sales and Business Operations Release Management Global Marketing and Finance
• Revenue Forecasting & Performance Tracking: input to Studio Business Groups revenue forecasting process; bring partner platform insights and analysis that support the forecasting process as well as internal/external business performance updates.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Business Marketing or a related field (or equivalent experience).

• 5 years of professional experience in partner management commercial strategy business operations or related fields.

• Strong understanding of go-to-market (GTM) processes including launches promotions and campaign execution.

• Proven ability to manage complex cross-functional projects and deliver results against deadlines.

• Data-driven mindset with strong analytical skills; comfortable using data to inform strategy and decision-making.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to build relationships and influence stakeholders at all levels.

• Highly organized detail-oriented and proactive in problem-solving.

• Familiarity with digital storefronts platform ecosystems or subscription-based business models.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in the gaming entertainment or technology industries.

• Knowledge of 1st party publishing distribution or platform dynamics.

• Direct experience with revenue forecasting commercial finance processes or P&L management.

• Comfort with data visualization and analytics tools (e.g. Tableau Power BI or similar).

• Demonstrated adaptability and resilience in fast-changing environments.

• Passion for gaming and interactive entertainment.

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