Director - Strategic Alliances & Ecosystem Partnerships

Job Description This is a remote position. Location: Currently remote, may transition to onsite in future About Spektra Systems Spektra Systems is a global cloud solutions and SaaS company focused on helping cloud providers, distributors, MSPs, and enterprises accelerate their cloud transformation journey. With deep expertise across Microsoft, Azure, AI, Cloud Commerce, Marketplace Solutions, and SaaS Automation, Spektra has built several industry-leading platforms that enable partners to scale their businesses efficiently. One of Spektra's flagship SaaS offerings is CSP Control Center (C3), a cloud commerce and billing automation platform designed specifically for Microsoft CSPs, Distributors, and Managed Service Providers. As Spektra continues to invest in AI, multi-cloud commerce, marketplace integrations, and ecosystem-driven growth, we are expanding our leadership team to build strategic partnerships that will shape the future of the C3 platform. Position Summary The Director – Strategic Alliances & Ecosystem Partnerships will be responsible for building, managing, and expanding the external ecosystem around C3. This role serves as the bridge between external technology partners and internal C3 teams, ensuring successful execution of integration initiatives, technical collaborations, marketplace alignment, and joint go-to-market programs. The successful candidate will help shape the future of C3's ecosystem strategy across cloud providers, distributors, software vendors, cybersecurity platforms, AI providers, and cloud marketplaces. This is a highly visible leadership role with direct impact on product strategy, partner growth, market expansion, and long-term platform differentiation. Key Responsibilities Ecosystem Strategy & Expansion Define and execute C3's ecosystem and alliance strategy. Identify and prioritize strategic technology partners and integration opportunities. Build long-term partnership roadmaps aligned with C3 product and business goals. Evaluate ecosystem opportunities based on customer demand, revenue potential, retention impact, and strategic value. Develop business cases and ROI models for new integrations and partnerships. Strategic Vendor Relationships Build executive and operational relationships with some of the biggest providers like: AWS Google Cloud Platform (GCP) Microsoft Other strategic infrastructure, SaaS, cloud, security, and marketplace vendors Responsibilities include: Executive stakeholder management Partnership negotiations Integration discussions Joint planning sessions Technical collaboration programs Business reviews and alliance governance Integration Enablement Act as the primary point of coordination between vendors and internal teams. Support: API access and documentation Sandbox provisioning Certification programs Technical onboarding Product integration planning Security and compliance discussions Ensure Product and Engineering teams receive the support needed to successfully build and launch integrations. Joint Go-To-Market (GTM) Programs Lead ecosystem-driven GTM initiatives including: Joint webinars Co-marketing campaigns Marketplace listings Joint customer events Sales enablement programs Partner referrals Co-sell motions Launch campaigns for new integrations Work closely with Product Delivery, Marketing, Sales, and Customer Success teams to maximize ecosystem value. Vendor Intelligence & Market Analysis Monitor: Vendor roadmaps API and platform changes Marketplace programs Channel initiatives Competitive partnership activity Emerging technology trends AI ecosystem developments Provide strategic recommendations to leadership based on ecosystem insights. Internal Cross-Functional Leadership Partner closely with: Product Management Engineering Sales Marketing Customer Success Finance Executive Leadership Serve as the central coordination point for all ecosystem and alliance initiatives. Requirements Required Experience 8+ years of experience in: Strategic Partnerships Technology Alliances Ecosystem Development Cloud Partnerships SaaS Business Development ISV Alliances Proven experience working with cloud or SaaS ecosystems. Experience managing executive-level vendor relationships. Experience leading strategic partnership initiatives from concept through execution. Preferred Industry Experience Strong preference for candidates with experience in: Microsoft ecosystem AWS ecosystem Google Cloud ecosystem SaaS marketplaces Cloud commerce platforms CSP programs Distributor ecosystems ISV partnerships Marketplace partnerships Technical & Business Skills Candidates should possess: Strong understanding of SaaS business models API and integration awareness Cloud platform knowledge Marketplace ecosystem understanding Strategic planning capabilities Commercial negotiation skills Program management experience Executive communication skills GTM strategy experience AI & Modern Ecosystem Experience Given C3's strategic direction, candidates with exposure to AI ecosystems will be highly preferred. Experience with: Claude AI marketplaces AI-driven GTM strategies AI-powered SaaS solutions will be considered a strong advantage. Why Join C3? This role offers a unique opportunity to shape the ecosystem strategy of a rapidly growing cloud commerce platform. You will directly influence: Product roadmap Multi-cloud expansion Marketplace strategy Vendor ecosystem growth AI partnership initiatives Global go-to-market efforts As C3 evolves into a leading cloud commerce and automation platform, this role will be instrumental in building one of the company's most important strategic assets—its ecosystem