About the position
At Modernize (a QuinStreet division) our mission is to simplify home improvement by inspiring motivated homeowners and connecting them with qualified contractors. Our foundation is based on 20 years as a driving force as Home Improvement Leads in online lead generation – connecting homeowners with high–quality contractors – in the $500 billion annually grossing home improvement market. We’re working hard on a new brand and new products to cater to homeowners and the most successful contractors in the industry. We’re looking for sharp, motivated individuals to join our growing team. Teammates who enjoy using technology to solve problems will thrive in our dynamic startup environment. We have an open floor plan that encourages the entire team to participate in critical discussions and allows everyone to be a vital contributing factor. You’ll enjoy our hip, newly renovated office in the heart of downtown with a view of the capital and the downtown skyline. Modernize.com is a fast-growing, tech-forward company operating in the home improvement space. We work with the largest home improvement service providers as well as the plumber down the street. We are owned by Quinstreet(NSDQ: QNST) a marketing services provider to a variety of verticals like insurance and personal loans as well. We're looking for a dynamic, people-oriented Partnerships & Field Marketing Manager to join our team and own relationship development, co-marketing efforts, and field marketing execution.
Responsibilities
- Build and nurture strong relationships with software partners, platforms, and industry associations.
- Regularly engage partners to source referrals, co-marketing opportunities, and event collaborations.
- Develop and manage a partner outreach and communication cadence.
- Plan, coordinate, and attend industry events, trade shows, and partner activations (virtual and in-person).
- Serve as the face of the company at regional or national events; drive engagement and lead capture.
- Work cross-functionally to develop event strategies that align with sales and marketing goals.
- Collaborate with sales and marketing teams to identify partner needs and co-create campaign assets.
- Source marketing materials, testimonials, and value-driven content from partners.
- Help facilitate warm introductions and partner-driven leads to the sales team.
- Use CRM systems (e.g., Salesforce), marketing automation tools, and partner platforms effectively.
- Understand and leverage AI tools to increase outreach productivity and content creation.
- Communicate clearly and professionally in written messages, presentations, and virtual meetings.
- Coordinate with internal teams to share partner insights, campaign performance, and field learnings.
Requirements
- 2+ years of experience in partnerships, field marketing, or partner sales—ideally in tech or home improvement.
- Previous experience managing partner relationships, marketing events, and/or co-branded campaigns.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Comfortable operating with autonomy in an individual contributor role.
- Familiarity with CRMs (e.g., Salesforce), marketing tools (e.g., Eloqua), and AI productivity tools (e.g., ChatGPT).
- Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities.
- Based in or near Austin, TX (preferred) with ability to travel for events as needed.
Nice-to-haves
- Knowledge of the home improvement or contractor services industry.
- Existing relationships in the SaaS or field service tech space.
- Experience working with channel sales or partner marketing teams.
Benefits
- Competitive salary, stock and bonus opportunities
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- Paid time off and flexible work environment
- A collaborative team that values innovation, creativity, and relationships
- Opportunity to shape a growing function with high visibility
- A beautiful office in downtown Austin overlooking Ladybird Lake.
