Sr Partner Marketing Manager - Connected Ecosystem

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Date: Apr 29, 2026

Location: Remote, US

Company: Lumen Technologies

Lumen is the trusted network for AI. We’re transforming how businesses connect, secure, and scale in an AI-driven world.

By connecting people, data, and applications quickly, securely, and effortlessly, we help organizations move faster and unlock what’s next.

At Lumen, people power progress. Our culture is built on teamwork, trust, and transparency, giving you the flexibility, support, and opportunity to make a lasting impact. We’re looking for top-tier talent ready to take on the challenge. Join us in building the future.

The Role

Lumen is seeking an experienced, innovative, and dynamic Senior Lead Partner Marketing Manager to drive strategy and provide partner marketing support for the Lumen Connected Ecosystem. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in marketing, the technology industry, partner ecosystems, excellent project management skills, and a proven track record of driving successful marketing plans, programs, and campaigns for co-sell technology partners. 

The Main Responsibilities

  • Develop and implement comprehensive marketing strategies, plans, and programs to support Connected Ecosystem technology partnerships, including new co-sell partner types like Lumen Validated Designs (LVDs) and Marketplace offerings.  
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Connected Ecosystem leadership, product management, sales, and partner teams, to ensure alignment and successful execution of marketing initiatives.  
  • Develop and deliver marketing materials, including sales collateral, presentations, and social media / digital content, to support partner marketing efforts.  
  • Collaborate with the marketing campaign team to drive partner recruitment, activation, engagement, and retention.  
  • Monitor and analyze campaign performance, providing regular reports and insights to stakeholders and leadership.  
  • Align and manage MDF and budget to support strategic marketing plans.  
  • Continuously optimize marketing strategies based on data-driven insights and feedback from partners, internal stakeholders, and customers.  
  • Manage relationships with key partners and partner marketing teams, ensuring they have the necessary marketing support to succeed.  
  • Stay up to date with industry trends and best practices to ensure marketing strategies are innovative and effective.  

What We Look For in a Candidate

Requirements:   

  • Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business, or a related field.  
  • 5-7+ years of experience in marketing, with a focus on partner or channel marketing.  
  • Proven experience in developing and executing successful marketing campaigns with technology partners.  
  • Experience in the B2B technology industry.  
  • Knowledge of ISVs, GSIs, Alliances, partner ecosystems, and channel marketing strategies.  
  • Strong project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple programs and activities simultaneously.  
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build and maintain strong relationships with partners and internal stakeholders.  
  • Effortlessly leverages AI in day-to-day work and holistically across the function. 
  • An analytical mindset, with the ability to analyze campaign performance data and make data-driven decisions.  
  • Proficiency in marketing automation tools and CRM systems.  
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.  

Preferred Qualifications:   

  • Marketing or advanced education certifications  
  • Certification in project management (e.g., PMP)  

Compensation

This information reflects the anticipated base salary range for this position based on current national data. Minimums and maximums may vary based on location. Individual pay is based on skills, experience and other relevant factors.

Location Based Pay Ranges

$105,786 - $141,047 in these states: AL  AR  AZ  FL  GA  IA  ID  IN  KS  KY  LA  ME  MO  MS  MT  ND  NE  NM  OH  OK  PA  SC  SD  TN  UT  VT  WI  WV  WY 
$111,074 - $148,099 in these states: CO  HI  MI  MN  NC  NH  NV  OR  RI 
$116,364 - $155,152 in these states: AK  CA  CT  DC  DE  IL  MA  MD  NJ  NY  TX  VA  WA 

Lumen offers a comprehensive package featuring a broad range of Health, Life, Voluntary Lifestyle benefits and other perks that enhance your physical, mental, emotional and financial wellbeing. We're able to answer any additional questions you may have about our bonus structure (short-term incentives, long-term incentives and/or sales compensation) as you move through the selection process.
 
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What to Expect Next

Requisition #: 341899

Background Screening

If you are selected for a position, there will be a background screen, which may include checks for criminal records and/or motor vehicle reports and/or drug screening, depending on the position requirements. For more information on these checks, please refer to the Post Offer section of our FAQ page. Job-related concerns identified during the background screening may disqualify you from the new position or your current role. Background results will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis.


Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

 

Equal Employment Opportunities

We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all persons regardless of race, color, ancestry, citizenship, national origin, religion, veteran status, disability, genetic characteristic or information, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, family status, pregnancy, or other legally protected status (collectively, “protected statuses”). We do not tolerate unlawful discrimination in any employment decisions, including recruiting, hiring, compensation, promotion, benefits, discipline, termination, job assignments or training.

 

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https://jobs.lumen.com/global/en/privacy-notice

 

Disclaimer

The job responsibilities described above indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not intended to include a comprehensive inventory of all duties and responsibilities for this job. Job duties and responsibilities are subject to change based on evolving business needs and conditions.

 

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