Business Development Partnerships Jobs (NOW HIRING)

About the team
The Senior Manager, Host Partnerships and Business Development will define and lead a comprehensive business development strategy focused on growth and optimization of the critical supply (host) side of the Turo marketplace. They will also be responsible for execution of that strategy including identifying, evaluating, executing and managing a high-impact portfolio of strategic partnerships that drives supply-side growth and delivers a best-in-class experience for Turo hosts. This person will work closely with senior executives and cross-functional teams across Turo to drive alignment around the business development strategy and the execution of that strategy.
What you will do

• Track, analyze, and optimize partnership performance; own reporting and business reviews with leadership, including metrics such as unit economics, growth, and financial performance.
• Partner closely with Host Marketing, Host Success, Operations, Insurance, Product, Engineering, PR, Legal, and leadership to influence product roadmaps, support partner launches, and ensure successful ongoing partnerships.
• Develop and manage a team of Business Development & Partnership Manager(s) while building scalable processes to support complex partnerships, integrations, and ongoing operational needs.
• Develop the overall strategy for building and scaling a portfolio of partnerships that contributes meaningfully to Turo's overall supply growth efforts.
• Identify, negotiate, and execute innovative partnerships with key strategic partners including structuring creative commercial frameworks and product solutions that drive measurable business impact.
• Serve as the primary internal advocate for partners and represent Turo externally with partner leadership teams and at industry events, ensuring strong executive relationships and alignment.

Your profile

• 7+ years of relevant professional experience in business development, partnerships and/or strategy.
• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or a related field; or relevant work experience in business development or business management
• Exceptional communication and presentation skills with strong executive presence.
• Self-directed and entrepreneurial, with the ability to pioneer new approaches while rigorously measuring outcomes.
• Strong analytical capability, including experience defining, tracking, and evaluating partnership operational and financial performance.
• Highly organized, with excellent attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
• Deep understanding and extensive experience developing partnerships with automotive OEMs, OEM captive finance companies, automotive finance entities, automotive product and service companies, fleet management companies, fleet software providers, and other important players in the mobility landscape.
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize work, delegate effectively, and consistently meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong data-driven problem-solving and decision-making skills, with sound judgment under pressure.
• Demonstrates Turo's operating principles through work product and within day to day team interactions

Bonus if you have

• Experience with two-sided marketplace companies is a plus.

For this role, the target base salary range in San Francisco is $186,000 - $232,000 annually. This role is also eligible for equity and benefits. In general, our ranges reflect the market-based target for new hire salaries based on the level and location of the role. Within the range, individual pay is determined by objective factors assessed during the application and interview process, such as job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. We encourage you to talk with your recruiter to learn more about the total compensation and benefits available for this role.
Turo highly values having employees working in-office to foster a collaborative work environment and company culture. This role will be in-office on a hybrid schedule - Turists will be expected to work in the office 3 days per week on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays. Your recruiter can share more information about the various in-office perks Turo offers.
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Benefits

• Competitive salary, equity, benefits, and perks for all full-time employees
• Employer-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance (Country specific)
• Retirement employer match
• Learning & Development stipend to invest in your professional development
• Turo host matching program
• Turo travel credit
• Cell phone and internet stipend
• Paid time off to relax and recharge
• Paid holidays, volunteer time off, and parental leave
• For those who are in the office full-time or hybrid we have in-office lunch, office snacks, and fun activities

We are committed to building a diverse team. If you are from a background that's underrepresented in tech, we'd love to meet you.
Aside from an award winning work environment and the opportunity to be part of the world's largest car sharing marketplace, we are also growing the team quickly - join us! Even if you don't meet every qualification, we are looking for people with enthusiasm for what we do and we will consider you for this and other possibilities.
About Turo
Turo is the world's largest car sharing marketplace where you can book the perfect car for wherever you're going from a vibrant community of trusted hosts across the US, UK, Canada, Australia, and France. Whether you're flying in from afar or looking for a car down the street, searching for a rugged truck or something smooth and swanky, Turo puts you in the driver's seat of an extraordinary selection of cars shared by local hosts.
Discover Turo at https://turo.com, the App Store, and Google Play, and check out our blog, Field Notes.
Read more about the Turo culture according to Turo CEO, Andre Haddad.
Turo is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a participant in the U.S. Federal E-Verify program. Women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and protected veterans are encouraged to apply. We welcome people of different backgrounds, experiences, abilities and perspectives.
Turo will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, as applicable.
We welcome candidates with physical, mental, and/or neurological disabilities. If you require assistance applying for an open position, or need accommodation during the recruiting process due to a disability, please submit a request to People Operations by emailing PeopleOps@turo.com.