Business Development & Partnership Manager
Full-time (4 days, 35h/week)
Linz, Austria
About us
We're the world's most-trusted name in keeping cats and dogs safe and healthy. The secret to that success? A team of truly unique individuals who care about each other just as much as going the extra mile for pet parents.Your territory
As part of our Product team, you will:
- Identify, establish, and manage business partnerships with brands, insurance companies, and other key industry players to drive business growth
- Develop and oversee technical integrations with partners, collaborating closely with Engineering and Product teams to ensure seamless implementation
- Own and execute partnership strategies, aligning them with our company vision and growth objectives
- Analyze and optimize partnership performance, leveraging data-driven insights to enhance efficiency, engagement, and revenue
- Collaborate cross-functionally with teams such as Product, Engineering, Marketing, and Finance to develop and launch successful partner initiatives
- Stay ahead of industry trends and emerging opportunities, particularly in the pet-tech, insurance, and digital services sectors
- Act as the internal advocate for partners, ensuring their needs align with company objectives and deliver long-term value
- Continuously innovate by introducing fresh ideas and strategies to strengthen our partnerships and product offerings
- Bring in your fresh ideas to make Tractive better - you’ll never hear the phrase “...because that’s how we’ve always done things”
- Continuously grow personally and professionally, take ownership of areas that show your potential, and attend workshops which help you get to the next level
Your profile
Key requirements:
- 5+ years of experience in business development, partnerships, or product management, with a track record of launching successful collaborations
- Technical background and experience working closely with engineering teams on software development and API integrations
- Experience in managing partnerships with brands, insurance companies, or digital service providers
- Analytical and data-driven mindset, with the ability to assess performance, optimize processes, and make data-driven decisions
- Excellent communication & negotiation skills, capable of building and maintaining long-term strategic relationships
- Fluent in English
- Valid Austrian work permit
Does this sound like you?
- You thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
- You’re a strategic thinker who can balance big-picture goals with attention to detail in execution
- You’re comfortable negotiating and structuring partnerships while ensuring technical feasibility
- You love turning ideas into tangible business results
- You work well independently and collaboratively across different teams
- You have an internal drive to get things done and think in solutions rather than problems
- Excited to work in Austria alongside an outstanding team
Salary range
Just so you know what to expect: For this position, we offer a competitive overpayment based on qualification and experience. Annual gross salary starts at € 55.000 full-time. At Tractive, that means a 4-day work week with a 3-day weekend. If you bring relevant experience in many of the fields of responsibility, the salary will be considerably higher.
Interested?
Benefits
- 4 Day Week
- Remote Friendly
- Flexible Schedule
- Pawternity Leave
- Global Culture
- Wellness Bonus
- ½ Price Public Transport
- 6000+ Free Courses
- A-Z International Support