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Strategic Partnerships Manager | DACH | Deel Jobs

full-timePosted: Jan 28, 2026

Job Description

Strategic Partnerships Manager | DACH - Deel Careers

Location: Germany (Remote) | Department: S&M

Deel is at the forefront of the global work revolution, and as a Strategic Partnerships Manager focused on DACH and SAP alliances, you'll play a pivotal role in scaling our impact across EMEA. This isn't just a job—it's a career accelerator in one of the fastest-growing SaaS companies in history, with a $17.3 billion valuation and $1B in ARR in just over five years. Imagine owning the SAP EMEA relationship, driving pipeline and revenue through strategic go-to-market motions, and activating high-value ecosystem partners like SIs, AMS, and specialists. With a focus on the SAP customer base, especially in DACH (Germany, Austria, Switzerland), you'll build repeatable co-sell strategies that turn partnerships into predictable revenue channels.

What sets Deel apart is our mission to unlock global opportunity for every person, team, and business. We're the all-in-one payroll and HR platform supporting workers in 150+ countries, paying out $11.2 billion in 2024 alone across nearly 100 currencies. Our 7,000-strong team spans 100+ countries, speaking 74 languages, fostering a dynamic culture of innovation and continuous learning. Recognized as CNBC Disruptor 50, Forbes Cloud 100, and more, Deel isn't just building software—we're creating the infrastructure for the future of work, breaking down borders and enabling diverse, inclusive global economies.

In this senior role, you'll engage with SAP executives, align field teams, and collaborate with Deel's Product and Tech to enhance integrations. Success means establishing SAP as a core revenue driver, launching live GTM motions across EMEA with stellar DACH performance, and cultivating a portfolio of high-performing partners. With 7-12+ years in SAP partnerships required, plus deep ecosystem knowledge, you'll thrive in a structured, commercial environment engaging senior stakeholders.

Deel offers unparalleled total rewards: stock grants, location-specific perks, and remote flexibility with WeWork access. Based in DACH, you'll contribute to a company that's transforming how global talent connects with world-class opportunities. This role positions you as a leader in the partnerships space, tackling challenges that impact millions. Join us to drive meaningful change, build expertise that makes you indispensable, and be part of a team that's redefining work for the world. Apply now and elevate your career at Deel—where momentum meets purpose.

Role Description

Who we are is what we do.

Deel is the all-in-one payroll and HR platform for global teams. Our vision is to unlock global opportunity for every person, team, and business. Built for the way the world works today, Deel combines HRIS, payroll, compliance, benefits, performance, and equipment management into one seamless platform. With AI-powered tools and a fully owned payroll infrastructure, Deel supports every worker type in 150+ countries—helping businesses scale smarter, faster, and more compliantly.

Among the largest globally distributed companies in the world, our team of 7,000 spans more than 100 countries, speaks 74 languages, and brings a connected and dynamic culture that drives continuous learning and innovation for our customers.

Why should you be part of our success story?

As the fastest-growing Software as a Service (SaaS) company in history, Deel is transforming how global talent connects with world-class companies – breaking down borders that have traditionally limited both hiring and career opportunities. We're not just building software; we're creating the infrastructure for the future of work, enabling a more diverse and inclusive global economy. In 2024 alone, we paid $11.2 billion to workers in nearly 100 currencies and provided healthcare and benefits to workers in 109 countries—ensuring people get paid and protected, no matter where they are.

Our momentum is reflected in our achievements and customer satisfaction: CNBC Disruptor 50,  Forbes Cloud 100, Deloitte Fast 500, and repeated recognition on Y Combinator’s top companies list – all while maintaining a 4.83 average rating from 15,000 reviews across G2, Trustpilot, Captera, Apple and Google.

Your experience at Deel will be a career accelerator. At the forefront of the global work revolution, you'll tackle complex challenges that impact millions of people's working lives. With our momentum—backed by a $17.3 billion valuation and $1 B in Annual Recurring Revenue (ARR) in just over five years—you'll drive meaningful impact while building expertise that makes you a sought-after leader in the transformation of global work.

Role Summary
We are seeking a senior SAP Alliances leader for EMEA to own and scale our strategic partnership with SAP and its ecosystem. This role is accountable for driving demand, pipeline, and revenue through SAP-led and SAP ecosystem go-to-market motions across the SAP customer base.
You will act as the primary EMEA point of contact for SAP, owning field engagement, governance, joint GTM planning, lead flow, and alignment on integration and roadmap priorities. In parallel, you will identify, onboard, and activate high-value SAP ecosystem partners to create repeatable co-sell motions.


Key Responsibilities

  • Own the SAP EMEA relationship: engagements, leads, governance, GTM, and executive/field alignment.

  • Drive partner-sourced and partner-influenced pipeline via SAP and SAP ecosystem motions.

  • Identify, recruit, and activate strategic SAP ecosystem partners (SIs, AMS, specialist partners).

  • Build and execute joint GTM plans focused on the SAP customer base, with emphasis on DACH.

  • Support deal strategy and alignment with SAP sellers and internal sales teams.

  • Act as business owner for SAP integrations and technical enhancements, partnering with Product and Tech.

  • Establish clear operating cadence, reporting, and performance tracking.

Success Metrics

  • SAP-sourced and SAP-influenced pipeline and revenue

  • Active, revenue-generating SAP ecosystem partners

  • Deal velocity and conversion rates

  • SAP field engagement and GTM adoption

Ideal Candidate Profile

  • Based in DACH (preferred) with strong EMEA coverage.

  • 7–12+ years experience in SAP partnerships / alliances or SAP ecosystem roles.

  • Deep understanding of SAP, its field structure, and partner ecosystem.

  • Proven track record of building GTM motions that drive pipeline and revenue.

  • Commercial, structured, and credible with senior stakeholders.

What Success Looks Like (12 Months)

  • SAP established as a predictable, repeatable revenue channel.

  • Clear GTM motions live across EMEA with strong DACH performance.

  • A focused set of high-performing SAP ecosystem partners actively co-selling.

Total Rewards

Our workforce deserves fair and competitive pay that meets them where they are. With scalable benefits, rewards, and perks, our total rewards programs reflect our commitment to inclusivity and access for all. 

Some things you’ll enjoy

  • Stock grant opportunities dependent on your role, employment status and location

  • Additional perks and benefits based on your employment status and country

  • The flexibility of remote work, including optional WeWork access

At Deel, we’re an equal-opportunity employer that values diversity and positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of  race, religion, sex, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status, pregnancy or maternity or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

Unless otherwise agreed, we will communicate with job applicants using Deel-specific emails, which include @deel.com and other acquired company emails like @payspace.com and @paygroup.com. You can view the most up-to-date job listings at Deel by visiting our careers page.

Deel is an equal-opportunity employer and is committed to cultivating a diverse and inclusive workplace that reflects different abilities, backgrounds, beliefs, experiences, identities and perspectives.

Deel will provide accommodations on request throughout the recruitment, selection and assessment process for applicants with disabilities. If you require accommodations, please inform our Talent Acquisition Team
via this link and a team member will be in touch to ensure your equal participation. If you have difficulty accessing the form, please email at recruiting@deel.com.

We use Covey as part of our hiring and/or promotional processes. As part of the evaluation process, we provide Covey with job requirements and candidate-submitted applications. Certain features of the platform may qualify it as an Automated Employment Decision Tool (AEDT) under applicable regulations. For positions in New York City, our use of Covey complies with NYC Local Law 144.

We began using Covey Scout for Inbound on March 30, 2025.

For more information about our data protection practices, please visit our Privacy Policy. You can review the independent bias audit report covering our use of Covey here: https://getcovey.com/nyc-local-law-144

Key Responsibilities

  • Own the SAP EMEA relationship: engagements, leads, governance, GTM, and executive/field alignment
  • Drive partner-sourced and partner-influenced pipeline via SAP and SAP ecosystem motions
  • Identify, recruit, and activate strategic SAP ecosystem partners (SIs, AMS, specialist partners)
  • Build and execute joint GTM plans focused on the SAP customer base, with emphasis on DACH
  • Support deal strategy and alignment with SAP sellers and internal sales teams
  • Act as business owner for SAP integrations and technical enhancements, partnering with Product and Tech
  • Establish clear operating cadence, reporting, and performance tracking

Basic Qualifications

  • Based in DACH (preferred) with strong EMEA coverage
  • 7–12+ years experience in SAP partnerships / alliances or SAP ecosystem roles

Required Skills

Deep understanding of SAP, its field structure, and partner ecosystem, Proven track record of building GTM motions that drive pipeline and revenue, Commercial, structured, and credible with senior stakeholders

Benefits & Perks

  • Stock grant opportunities dependent on your role, employment status and location
  • Additional perks and benefits based on your employment status and country
  • The flexibility of remote work, including optional WeWork access

Locations

  • Germany (Remote)
  • EMEA (Remote)

Salary

Salary details available upon request

Estimated Salary Rangemedium confidence

85,000 - 130,000 EUR / yearly

Source: ai estimated

* This is an estimated range based on market data and may vary based on experience and qualifications.

Skills Required

  • Deep understanding of SAP, its field structure, and partner ecosystemintermediate
  • Proven track record of building GTM motions that drive pipeline and revenueintermediate
  • Commercial, structured, and credible with senior stakeholdersintermediate

Required Qualifications

  • Based in DACH (preferred) with strong EMEA coverage (experience)
  • 7–12+ years experience in SAP partnerships / alliances or SAP ecosystem roles (experience)

Responsibilities

  • Own the SAP EMEA relationship: engagements, leads, governance, GTM, and executive/field alignment
  • Drive partner-sourced and partner-influenced pipeline via SAP and SAP ecosystem motions
  • Identify, recruit, and activate strategic SAP ecosystem partners (SIs, AMS, specialist partners)
  • Build and execute joint GTM plans focused on the SAP customer base, with emphasis on DACH
  • Support deal strategy and alignment with SAP sellers and internal sales teams
  • Act as business owner for SAP integrations and technical enhancements, partnering with Product and Tech
  • Establish clear operating cadence, reporting, and performance tracking

Benefits

  • general: Stock grant opportunities dependent on your role, employment status and location
  • general: Additional perks and benefits based on your employment status and country
  • general: The flexibility of remote work, including optional WeWork access

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Strategic Partnerships Manager | DACH | Deel Jobs

full-timePosted: Jan 28, 2026

Job Description

Strategic Partnerships Manager | DACH - Deel Careers

Location: Germany (Remote) | Department: S&M

Deel is at the forefront of the global work revolution, and as a Strategic Partnerships Manager focused on DACH and SAP alliances, you'll play a pivotal role in scaling our impact across EMEA. This isn't just a job—it's a career accelerator in one of the fastest-growing SaaS companies in history, with a $17.3 billion valuation and $1B in ARR in just over five years. Imagine owning the SAP EMEA relationship, driving pipeline and revenue through strategic go-to-market motions, and activating high-value ecosystem partners like SIs, AMS, and specialists. With a focus on the SAP customer base, especially in DACH (Germany, Austria, Switzerland), you'll build repeatable co-sell strategies that turn partnerships into predictable revenue channels.

What sets Deel apart is our mission to unlock global opportunity for every person, team, and business. We're the all-in-one payroll and HR platform supporting workers in 150+ countries, paying out $11.2 billion in 2024 alone across nearly 100 currencies. Our 7,000-strong team spans 100+ countries, speaking 74 languages, fostering a dynamic culture of innovation and continuous learning. Recognized as CNBC Disruptor 50, Forbes Cloud 100, and more, Deel isn't just building software—we're creating the infrastructure for the future of work, breaking down borders and enabling diverse, inclusive global economies.

In this senior role, you'll engage with SAP executives, align field teams, and collaborate with Deel's Product and Tech to enhance integrations. Success means establishing SAP as a core revenue driver, launching live GTM motions across EMEA with stellar DACH performance, and cultivating a portfolio of high-performing partners. With 7-12+ years in SAP partnerships required, plus deep ecosystem knowledge, you'll thrive in a structured, commercial environment engaging senior stakeholders.

Deel offers unparalleled total rewards: stock grants, location-specific perks, and remote flexibility with WeWork access. Based in DACH, you'll contribute to a company that's transforming how global talent connects with world-class opportunities. This role positions you as a leader in the partnerships space, tackling challenges that impact millions. Join us to drive meaningful change, build expertise that makes you indispensable, and be part of a team that's redefining work for the world. Apply now and elevate your career at Deel—where momentum meets purpose.

Role Description

Who we are is what we do.

Deel is the all-in-one payroll and HR platform for global teams. Our vision is to unlock global opportunity for every person, team, and business. Built for the way the world works today, Deel combines HRIS, payroll, compliance, benefits, performance, and equipment management into one seamless platform. With AI-powered tools and a fully owned payroll infrastructure, Deel supports every worker type in 150+ countries—helping businesses scale smarter, faster, and more compliantly.

Among the largest globally distributed companies in the world, our team of 7,000 spans more than 100 countries, speaks 74 languages, and brings a connected and dynamic culture that drives continuous learning and innovation for our customers.

Why should you be part of our success story?

As the fastest-growing Software as a Service (SaaS) company in history, Deel is transforming how global talent connects with world-class companies – breaking down borders that have traditionally limited both hiring and career opportunities. We're not just building software; we're creating the infrastructure for the future of work, enabling a more diverse and inclusive global economy. In 2024 alone, we paid $11.2 billion to workers in nearly 100 currencies and provided healthcare and benefits to workers in 109 countries—ensuring people get paid and protected, no matter where they are.

Our momentum is reflected in our achievements and customer satisfaction: CNBC Disruptor 50,  Forbes Cloud 100, Deloitte Fast 500, and repeated recognition on Y Combinator’s top companies list – all while maintaining a 4.83 average rating from 15,000 reviews across G2, Trustpilot, Captera, Apple and Google.

Your experience at Deel will be a career accelerator. At the forefront of the global work revolution, you'll tackle complex challenges that impact millions of people's working lives. With our momentum—backed by a $17.3 billion valuation and $1 B in Annual Recurring Revenue (ARR) in just over five years—you'll drive meaningful impact while building expertise that makes you a sought-after leader in the transformation of global work.

Role Summary
We are seeking a senior SAP Alliances leader for EMEA to own and scale our strategic partnership with SAP and its ecosystem. This role is accountable for driving demand, pipeline, and revenue through SAP-led and SAP ecosystem go-to-market motions across the SAP customer base.
You will act as the primary EMEA point of contact for SAP, owning field engagement, governance, joint GTM planning, lead flow, and alignment on integration and roadmap priorities. In parallel, you will identify, onboard, and activate high-value SAP ecosystem partners to create repeatable co-sell motions.


Key Responsibilities

  • Own the SAP EMEA relationship: engagements, leads, governance, GTM, and executive/field alignment.

  • Drive partner-sourced and partner-influenced pipeline via SAP and SAP ecosystem motions.

  • Identify, recruit, and activate strategic SAP ecosystem partners (SIs, AMS, specialist partners).

  • Build and execute joint GTM plans focused on the SAP customer base, with emphasis on DACH.

  • Support deal strategy and alignment with SAP sellers and internal sales teams.

  • Act as business owner for SAP integrations and technical enhancements, partnering with Product and Tech.

  • Establish clear operating cadence, reporting, and performance tracking.

Success Metrics

  • SAP-sourced and SAP-influenced pipeline and revenue

  • Active, revenue-generating SAP ecosystem partners

  • Deal velocity and conversion rates

  • SAP field engagement and GTM adoption

Ideal Candidate Profile

  • Based in DACH (preferred) with strong EMEA coverage.

  • 7–12+ years experience in SAP partnerships / alliances or SAP ecosystem roles.

  • Deep understanding of SAP, its field structure, and partner ecosystem.

  • Proven track record of building GTM motions that drive pipeline and revenue.

  • Commercial, structured, and credible with senior stakeholders.

What Success Looks Like (12 Months)

  • SAP established as a predictable, repeatable revenue channel.

  • Clear GTM motions live across EMEA with strong DACH performance.

  • A focused set of high-performing SAP ecosystem partners actively co-selling.

Total Rewards

Our workforce deserves fair and competitive pay that meets them where they are. With scalable benefits, rewards, and perks, our total rewards programs reflect our commitment to inclusivity and access for all. 

Some things you’ll enjoy

  • Stock grant opportunities dependent on your role, employment status and location

  • Additional perks and benefits based on your employment status and country

  • The flexibility of remote work, including optional WeWork access

At Deel, we’re an equal-opportunity employer that values diversity and positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of  race, religion, sex, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status, pregnancy or maternity or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

Unless otherwise agreed, we will communicate with job applicants using Deel-specific emails, which include @deel.com and other acquired company emails like @payspace.com and @paygroup.com. You can view the most up-to-date job listings at Deel by visiting our careers page.

Deel is an equal-opportunity employer and is committed to cultivating a diverse and inclusive workplace that reflects different abilities, backgrounds, beliefs, experiences, identities and perspectives.

Deel will provide accommodations on request throughout the recruitment, selection and assessment process for applicants with disabilities. If you require accommodations, please inform our Talent Acquisition Team
via this link and a team member will be in touch to ensure your equal participation. If you have difficulty accessing the form, please email at recruiting@deel.com.

We use Covey as part of our hiring and/or promotional processes. As part of the evaluation process, we provide Covey with job requirements and candidate-submitted applications. Certain features of the platform may qualify it as an Automated Employment Decision Tool (AEDT) under applicable regulations. For positions in New York City, our use of Covey complies with NYC Local Law 144.

We began using Covey Scout for Inbound on March 30, 2025.

For more information about our data protection practices, please visit our Privacy Policy. You can review the independent bias audit report covering our use of Covey here: https://getcovey.com/nyc-local-law-144

Key Responsibilities

  • Own the SAP EMEA relationship: engagements, leads, governance, GTM, and executive/field alignment
  • Drive partner-sourced and partner-influenced pipeline via SAP and SAP ecosystem motions
  • Identify, recruit, and activate strategic SAP ecosystem partners (SIs, AMS, specialist partners)
  • Build and execute joint GTM plans focused on the SAP customer base, with emphasis on DACH
  • Support deal strategy and alignment with SAP sellers and internal sales teams
  • Act as business owner for SAP integrations and technical enhancements, partnering with Product and Tech
  • Establish clear operating cadence, reporting, and performance tracking

Basic Qualifications

  • Based in DACH (preferred) with strong EMEA coverage
  • 7–12+ years experience in SAP partnerships / alliances or SAP ecosystem roles

Required Skills

Deep understanding of SAP, its field structure, and partner ecosystem, Proven track record of building GTM motions that drive pipeline and revenue, Commercial, structured, and credible with senior stakeholders

Benefits & Perks

  • Stock grant opportunities dependent on your role, employment status and location
  • Additional perks and benefits based on your employment status and country
  • The flexibility of remote work, including optional WeWork access

Locations

  • Germany (Remote)
  • EMEA (Remote)

Salary

Salary details available upon request

Estimated Salary Rangemedium confidence

85,000 - 130,000 EUR / yearly

Source: ai estimated

* This is an estimated range based on market data and may vary based on experience and qualifications.

Skills Required

  • Deep understanding of SAP, its field structure, and partner ecosystemintermediate
  • Proven track record of building GTM motions that drive pipeline and revenueintermediate
  • Commercial, structured, and credible with senior stakeholdersintermediate

Required Qualifications

  • Based in DACH (preferred) with strong EMEA coverage (experience)
  • 7–12+ years experience in SAP partnerships / alliances or SAP ecosystem roles (experience)

Responsibilities

  • Own the SAP EMEA relationship: engagements, leads, governance, GTM, and executive/field alignment
  • Drive partner-sourced and partner-influenced pipeline via SAP and SAP ecosystem motions
  • Identify, recruit, and activate strategic SAP ecosystem partners (SIs, AMS, specialist partners)
  • Build and execute joint GTM plans focused on the SAP customer base, with emphasis on DACH
  • Support deal strategy and alignment with SAP sellers and internal sales teams
  • Act as business owner for SAP integrations and technical enhancements, partnering with Product and Tech
  • Establish clear operating cadence, reporting, and performance tracking

Benefits

  • general: Stock grant opportunities dependent on your role, employment status and location
  • general: Additional perks and benefits based on your employment status and country
  • general: The flexibility of remote work, including optional WeWork access

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