Sr. Strategic Relationship Manager (Remote)

About Blackhawk Network:

Today, through BHN’s single global platform, businesses of all kinds can tap into the world’s largest network of branded payment solutions. BHN helps businesses grow revenue, increase loyalty, motivate and reward their teams, disburse funds and engage consumers. Branded payment solutions include the issuance and distribution of gift cards, egifts, corporate payouts and rewards, along with the technology to deliver these products in seamless, integrated ways. BHN’s network spans the globe with more than 400,000 consumer touchpoints. Learn more at BHN.com.

The Sr. Strategic Relationship Manager is a key manager responsible for leading and driving the digital strategy of the commerce organization. This role involves developing and executing comprehensive digital and brick and mortar initiatives to enhance the company's online distribution share of gift cards, customer experience, and overall digital capabilities. This role will collaborate with cross-functional teams to align digital and commerce efforts with the overall business strategy, ensuring a seamless integration of technology, marketing, and customer engagement.

Digital Strategy and Leadership:

• Develop and implement a robust digital strategy aligned with overall business objectives.
• Provide visionary leadership to drive digital transformation initiatives.
• Stay abreast of industry trends and emerging technologies to identify opportunities for innovation.
• Develops and implements comprehensive strategies to improve partner sales operations and differentiate the organization from its competitors.

Cross-Functional Collaboration:

• Collaborate with marketing, IT, sales, and other departments to align digital efforts with broader business goals.
• Foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement across the organization.

Customer Experience Enhancement:

• Lead efforts to optimize the digital customer journey for DDPs, ensuring a seamless and user-friendly experience.
• Implement strategies to enhance customer engagement and satisfaction through digital channels.
• Works closely with key partners at a senior level to meet common goals and ensure that commitments are kept.

Digital Marketing and Branding:

• Oversee digital marketing initiatives, social media, and content marketing and investment through driving best practices within Blackhawk’s relationships and marketplace partners.
• Ensure a consistent and compelling digital brand strategy across all online platforms.

Data Analytics and Insights:

• Utilize data analytics to make informed decisions.
• Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the success of commerce initiatives.
• Build annual plans and playbooks for key partners

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field;
• BA in business, marketing, or a related field 8+ years experience leading growth accounts
• Experience managing short- & long-term road maps
• extensive experience working with and managing some of the organization's most important partners
• Proven experience in a digital leadership role.
• Strong strategic thinking and business acumen.
• Excellent leadership and communication skills.
• Demonstrated success in driving and achieving business goals.

OTE for all U.S. Residents (excluding Alaska, North Dakota, South Dakota): Up to $125,000.00

Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, Blackhawk Network offers benefits including 401k with employer match, medical, dental, vision, 12 paid holidays in the year 2024, sick pay accrual according to state law, parental leave, life insurance, disability insurance, accident and illness insurance, health and dependent care flexible spending accounts, wellness benefits, and flexible time off for all full-time employees. 

Blackhawk Network provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.  Blackhawk Network believes that diversity leads to strength. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Blackhawk Network encourages applicants with previous criminal records to apply to all positions and, pursuant to the San Francisco and Los Angeles Fair Chance Acts (and other “Fair Chance” laws), Blackhawk Network will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.  For Philadelphia applicants or jobs, please see a copy of Philadelphia’s ordinance on this topic by clicking this link: https://codelibrary.amlegal.com/codes/philadelphia/latest/philadelphia_pa/0-0-0-280104.