Associate Strategic Partner Manager

Trend Micro, a global cybersecurity leader, helps make the world safe for exchanging digital information across enterprises, governments, and consumers. Fueled by decades of security expertise, global threat research, and continuous innovation, Trend harnesses AI to protect organizations and individuals across clouds, networks, devices, and endpoints. The Trend Vision One™ enterprise cybersecurity platform accelerates proactive security outcomes by predicting and preventing threats across the entire digital estate and environments like AWS, Google, Microsoft, and NVIDIA. Proactive security starts here.  TrendMicro.com Location: the ideal candidate will be located in Michigan, Minnesota, Pennsylvania  or Ohio. Position Summary: The Associate Strategic Partner Manager supports the growth of our partner ecosystem by assisting with prospecting, onboarding, and managing service provider and technology partners. This early‑career role is ideal for someone eager to develop skills in partnerships, business development, and cross‑functional collaboration. You’ll work closely with senior team members to help drive partner engagement, track performance, and contribute to initiatives that expand our partner network.    Responsibilities: Partner Prospecting & Pipeline Support  Research and identify prospective partners based on defined partner profiles.  Support outbound engagement efforts across email, social, events, and other channels. Ensure timely follow‑up on inbound partner inquiries.  Maintain accurate pipeline data and assist with recurring reporting. Partner Recruitment Assistance  Help coordinate recruitment activities at industry events and online campaigns.  Assist in preparing materials for partner outreach and presentations.  Participate in introductory partner calls alongside senior team members.  Support early‑stage discussions by gathering partner requirements and aligning them with company solutions.  Onboarding & Enablement Support  Assist in executing partner onboarding plans, including scheduling training sessions and coordinating internal resources.  Help ensure partners receive timely access to tools, documentation, and support.  Track onboarding progress and escalate issues to senior managers when needed.    Ongoing Partner Management  Maintain regular communication with assigned partners regarding updates, events, and enablement opportunities.  Track partner KPIs such as engagement, certifications, and early revenue indicators.  Support partner marketing initiatives, promotions, and program updates.  Gather partner feedback and share insights with internal teams.  Qualifications:  Required  Bachelor’s degree in business, marketing, communications, or related field (or equivalent experience).  1–2 years of experience in partnerships, sales support, account coordination, customer success, or related roles.  Strong communication skills—written, verbal, and interpersonal.  Highly organized with strong attention to detail and follow‑through.  Comfortable working in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment.  Self‑motivated, resourceful, and eager to learn.  Preferred  Experience in SaaS, cybersecurity, cloud, or technology partnerships.  Familiarity with CRM tools (e.g., Salesforce, HubSpot).  Ability to analyze basic market trends and partner performance metrics.  *Experience with GPS/Optiv/WWT preferred  What You’ll Gain  Hands‑on experience across the full partner lifecycle.  Exposure to strategic initiatives and cross‑functional collaboration.  Opportunities for mentorship and career growth into partner management or business development roles.  A collaborative, innovative environment that values curiosity and initiative.  Why Join Us?  You’ll be part of a team that values innovation, inclusivity, and professional growth. We encourage early‑career professionals who are excited about partnerships and eager to grow into a strategic role to apply.  What We Offer You: You're important to us. What matters to you, matters to us too. Trend Micro provides benefit options for you and your family. Here some of the top-rated benefits that employees enjoy today: Comprehensive health benefits and paid time off package Pre-partum, maternity, parental, medical leave and adoption assistance  Mental Health Wellness Program & Annual Wellness Incentive 401(k) with company match Pet Insurance Collaborative and innovative culture We are committed to fostering a professional, respectful, and inclusive work environment that promotes collaboration and high performance. We value diverse backgrounds and perspectives and welcome candidates who bring unique strengths and experiences. If you’re excited about this role and believe you can contribute and grow with us, we encourage you to apply.  Be Passionate. Be Innovative. Be a Trender. This position does not offer sponsorship for work permit applications or renewals, either now or in the future. Candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employment-based visa sponsorship, both currently and moving forward. The company will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work visa status for this role (including, but not limited to, H-1B, L-1, TN, O-1, E-3, H-1B1, F-1, J-1, OPT, CPT, or any other employment-based visa). For applicants in the State of Minnesota: Trend Micro, Inc. is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. The salary range for this role is USD $100,000.00-$140,000.00. A candidate’s final compensation for this position will be determined by various factors to include, but not limited to relevant work experience, skills, and certifications. At Trend Micro, we embrace change, empower people, and encourage innovation in a connected world. Our diversity and multicultural workforce are key contributing factors to our success across the globe. Trend Micro provides equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees. Trend Micro does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy and childbirth or related medical conditions, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, family care leave status, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, or gender identity.