Partner Development Manager - Berlin
我们是谁？Cohere 是首要的安全企业人工智能公司。我们构建了最先进的基础人工智能模型和端到端产品，旨在解决现实世界的商业问题。我们正在为 AI 系统建设的企业培训并部署前沿模型。我们相信我们的工作对广泛采用人工智能有着重要作用，我们寻找想成为其中的一部分的人员。我们痴迷于所建造的东西。我们每个人都负责促进增加我们的模型的能力以及他们给客户带来的价值.Cohere 是一个研究人员，工程师，设计师等团队，他们都热衷于他们的工艺。我们是一个全球技术公司，总部位于多伦多，纽约市，旧金山，蒙特利尔，巴黎，柏林和首尔。加入我们！人工智能的采用正在迅速从试点到生产中发展。企业和公共部门组织正在投资生成人工智能计划，创造了十年中的一次市场转折点。在科赫，我们致力于通过战略合作伙伴关系和创新的 AI 解决方案改变企业环境。作为德国和 DAACH 地区的合作伙伴开发经理，专注于公共部门和企业市场，你将成为我们在该地区各地的企业和政府实体以先进的人工智能技术赋予使命的核心。这个角色是适合活跃的，跨文化环境中繁荣的人员，并热衷于通过协作推动增长的人员。你将与领先的企业，系统集成商，科技合作伙伴以及公务部门组织密切合作，共同创造价值，扩大市场范围，提供针对企业和各国政府独特需求的有影响力的 AI 解决方案。你的工作将直接促进我们的成功。你将有机会塑造推动商业和公共部门数字化转型的伙伴关系，促进创新，并将 Cohere 定位为 AI 生态系统的领导者。如果你是一个战略思想家，建立关系的人，并且渴望在世界上最具动态性的市场之一，包括公务部门中产生意义的影响，这个角色是你塑造人工智能未来的机会。关键责任合作伙伴策略与执行 - 定义和执行 Cohere 的合作伙伴进入市场计划企业和公共领域市场，符合区域业务
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WHO ARE WE?
Cohere is the leading security-first enterprise AI company. We build cutting-edge foundation AI models and end-to-end products that are designed to solve real-world business problems.
We’re training and deploying frontier models for enterprises who are building AI systems. We believe that our work is instrumental to the widespread adoption of AI and we are looking for folks that want to be part of that.
We obsess over what we build. Each one of us is responsible for contributing to increasing the capabilities of our models and the value they drive for our customers. Cohere is a team of researchers, engineers, designers, and more, who are all passionate about their craft.
We are a global technology company headquartered in Toronto with key offices in London, New York City, San Francisco, Montreal, Paris, Berlin and Seoul. Join us!
Adoption of AI is moving rapidly from pilots to production. Enterprises and public sector organizations are investing in generative-AI programs, creating a once-in-a-decade market inflection point. At Cohere, we're committed to transforming the enterprise landscape through strategic partnerships and innovative AI solutions. As a Partner Development Manager for Germany and the DACH Region focused on the Public Sector & Enterprise Market, you'll be at the heart of our mission to empower businesses and government entities across the region with cutting-edge AI technologies.
This role is perfect for someone who thrives in a dynamic, cross-cultural environment and is passionate about driving growth through collaboration. You'll work closely with leading enterprises, system integrators, technology partners, and public sector organizations to co-create value, expand market reach, and deliver impactful AI solutions tailored to the unique needs of businesses and government agencies.
Your work will directly contribute to our success. You'll have the opportunity to shape partnerships that drive digital transformation in both commercial and public sectors, foster innovation, and position Cohere as a leader in the AI ecosystem.
If you're a strategic thinker, a relationship builder, and eager to make a meaningful impact in one of the world's most dynamic markets including the public sector, this role is your chance to shape the future of AI.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
PARTNER STRATEGY & EXECUTION
- Define and execute Cohere's partner go-to-market plan for the Enterprise & Public Sector Market, aligning with regional business objectives.
- Partner with the broader GTM team to identify and recruit high-impact partners across system integrators, distributors, resellers, ISVs, cloud providers, and public sector consultancy firms.
- Develop relationships with key stakeholders across the partner ecosystem, including government agencies, municipalities, and public sector institutions, to ensure partnership success.
PARTNER ONBOARDING & ENABLEMENT
- Lead partner onboarding, certification, and training programs to ensure partners are equipped to sell, deploy and manage Cohere's solutions effectively for both commercial and public sector customers.
- Collaborate with enablement to scale partner enablement through sales and technical workshops, empowering them to deliver value to enterprise customers and government agencies.
PIPELINE GENERATION & CO-SELLING
- Own joint pipeline generation by creating co-sell motions, solution plays, and strategic joint go-to market motions that align Cohere's capabilities with enterprise mission needs and public sector procurement cycles.
- Collaborate with partners to identify and pursue high-value opportunities in both commercial and government contracts.
BUSINESS PLANNING & PERFORMANCE TRACKING
- Ensure partners are aligned with Cohere's strategic goals and performance metrics, including public sector compliance and reporting requirements.
- Run joint business planning sessions and quarterly business reviews (QBRs) with partners, tracking sourced and influenced ARR against targets.
PARTNER ADVOCACY & FEEDBACK
- Serve as the voice of the partner within Cohere, relaying feedback to Product, Engineering, and Legal teams.
- Work with Cohere's Public Policy teams to navigate government AI policies and regulations to advise partners on risk management and responsible AI best practices for the public sector.
THOUGHT LEADERSHIP & EVANGELISM
- Evangelize Cohere's vision and solutions at partner and industry events, positioning Cohere as a leader in responsible GenAI for both commercial and public sector markets.
- Build thought leadership through briefings, speaking engagements, and collaborative initiatives focused on AI in government and public services.
WHY YOU'LL LOVE THIS ROLE
This is a high-impact role where you'll shape the future of AI partnerships in both commercial and public sectors. You'll work at the intersection of technology, business, and policy, driving growth while ensuring responsible AI adoption across enterprises and government organizations. If you're passionate about building strategic alliances, driving innovation, and making a difference in one of the world's most dynamic markets including the public sector, this is the role for you.
WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR
- 8+ years of experience in partner development, channel sales, or alliance management within the tech industry, preferably in AI or cloud solutions, with a track record of enterprise ARR contribution and public sector partnerships.
- Deep understanding of public sector organizations, government agencies, and municipal institutions, plus the enterprise market and key industry verticals.
- Strong relationship-building and negotiation skills, with a track record of driving partner success in both commercial and public sector environments.
- Experience and demonstrated depth with Sovereign Cloud GTM.
- Ability to navigate complex regulatory and compliance landscapes, including AI ethics, government policies, and public sector procurement requirements.
- Working understanding of AI (LLMs, retrieval-augmented generation, agentic workflows) and their applications in enterprise and public sector contexts.
- Experience working with major system integrators, global consultancies, hyperscalers, and public sector technology partners including joint GTM and co-sell motions.
- Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to evangelize Cohere's vision to partners, government stakeholders, and industry organizations.
- Results-driven growth mindset and bias for action. You thrive in a start-up-speed environment and enjoy building and scaling partner programs across commercial and public sectors.
This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working in a dynamic, cross-cultural environment and wants to make a meaningful impact on how AI transforms both businesses and public services. The Berlin location provides access to a vibrant tech ecosystem with strong connections to European public sector initiatives and government partnerships.
FULL-TIME EMPLOYEES AT COHERE ENJOY THESE PERKS:
- A weekly lunch stipend of $75/£75 or equivalent in your local currency for lunch.
- Full health and dental benefits, including a separate budget for mental health.
- RRSP matching, 401K, Pension Scheme.
- 100% Parental Leave top-up for up to 6 months, for either parent.
- Annual enrichment benefits:
Arts & culture, fitness/wellness, quality time, and a workspace improvement credit.
Education & learning stipend for conferences, courses, and coaching.
- 6 weeks of paid vacation (30 working days!)
- Budget for traveling to other offices if you are remote, plus an annual company offsite.
HOW AND WHERE WE WORK:
- Cohere is remote-friendly, but we also have offices in Toronto, London, New York City, San Francisco, Montreal, Paris, Berlin and Seoul with more opening soon.
- For those in the office: a daily lunch program, plenty of snacks, and regular community and social events.
- For those not near an office: a co-working benefit so you can work alongside others in your city.
- Everyone receives a $500 home office stipend to set up your workspace properly.
If any of the above doesn’t line up exactly with your experience, we still encourage you to apply.
We strive to create an inclusive work environment for all; we welcome applicants from all backgrounds and are committed to providing equal opportunities. Should you require any accommodations during the recruitment process, please submit an Accommodations Request Form https://docs.google.com/forms/d/12a6IrLdF3kI2nonKSr4tiFuz18rLQbaeYV-JM9L4o9Q/edit, and we will work together to meet your needs.
We may use AI-enabled tools to screen and assess applicants against the criteria for this position. This helps our recruiters identify potentially qualified candidates, but it doesn't limit the applications our recruiters may review or consider.
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