Senior Manager, Strategy and Operations – Sales & Partners [236]

D-Wave Quantum Inc. (NASDAQ: QBTS) is a leader in the development and delivery of quantum computing systems, software, and services. It is the world’s first commercial supplier of quantum computers, and the first and only to offer dual-platform quantum computing products and services, spanning both annealing and gate-model quantum computing technologies. D-Wave’s mission is to help customers realize the value of quantum today through enterprise-grade systems available on-premises and via its Leap™ quantum cloud service, which offers 99.9% availability and uptime. More than 100 organizations across commercial, government, and research sectors trust D-Wave to address complex computational challenges using quantum computing. Learn more about realizing the value of quantum computing today and how D-Wave is shaping the quantum-driven industrial and societal advancements of tomorrow: www.dwavequantum.com. 

About the role

D-Wave is seeking a Senior Manager, Strategy and Operations – Sales & Partners to lead process and program development and implementation across our direct and partner sales organizations.

You will work across stakeholders and business partners to create, deliver, and land new sales processes and programs, and to drive continuous improvement across existing ones. The role offers meaningful ownership, senior-level visibility, and the opportunity to shape how the go-to-market organization works as it grows.

Our go-to-market organization continues to evolve, creating opportunities to strengthen processes, improve compliance and consistency, and build scalable ways of working across direct and partner sales. This role combines cross-functional program leadership, business-process improvement, and hands-on operational leadership. You will also shape a modern approach to sales operations by deploying AI and agents where applicable — creating requirements and overseeing the implementation of agentic solutions for business processes. You will report to the VP, GTM Operations and partner with stakeholders across the broader go-to-market organization.

What you'll do

Sales Process & Program Leadership

• Lead the development, implementation, and adoption of sales processes and programs across direct and partner sales, from discovery through delivery, landing, and measurement.

• Translate business needs into clear processes, roles, requirements, decision points, and operating rhythms.

• Work across stakeholders and business partners to create, deliver, and land new processes and programs, and to continuously improve existing ones.

Quote-to-Cash, Compliance & Sales Execution

• Strengthen Quote-to-Cash and Order Management process definition and execution metrics across quoting, approvals, contracting, booking, and downstream handoffs for both direct and partner transactions.

• Ensure sales processes and programs meet compliance requirements by partnering with the corporate compliance functions to ensure smooth execution and implementation.

• Use data to identify trends and bottlenecks, improve conversion and execution, and strengthen handoffs across the customer lifecycle.

Partner Programs Office: Operation & Execution

• Operate the Partner Programs Office, providing the structure, governance, and operating cadence that support partner program operation and execution.

• Manage day-to-day partner program execution, including program administration, partner obligations and benefits management, partner portal development and delivery, and issue resolution across the partner lifecycle.

• Track program performance and partner experience, and drive improvements that make programs easier to execute for partners and internal teams.

AI, Agents & Automation

• Identify where AI, agents, and automation can simplify or improve business processes across direct and partner sales and lead their evaluation and deployment where applicable.

• Create clear business and data requirements for agentic solutions and oversee implementation with systems teams through solution design, testing, rollout, and adoption.

• Measure adoption and performance of deployed AI and agentic solutions and continuously identify new opportunities to reduce manual work.

Change Management, Continuous Improvement & Enablement

• Create clear process documentation and training materials to introduce and reinforce new processes, methodologies, workflows, and tools.

• Lead change management for new and updated processes and programs — stakeholder alignment, communications, training, and adoption measurement — to land change with the broader Customer Team and partners.

• Apply continuous improvement and lean process methods to simplify work, improve consistency, and turn recurring operational issues into durable improvements.

About You

• 10+ years of experience in Sales Operations, Strategy & Operations, Revenue Operations, Business Operations, or a related function with a Bachelor's degree, or an advanced degree with less experience.

• Solid understanding of direct and indirect (partner) sales motions, with demonstrated experience designing, implementing, and improving sales processes and programs across both.

• Strong working knowledge of Quote-to-Cash and Order Management processes, including quoting, approvals, contracting, booking, compliance, and downstream handoffs.

• Demonstrated continuous improvement experience, including lean process improvement; Six Sigma training or certification is a plus.

• Current experience deploying AI and agents where applicable, including creating requirements and overseeing the implementation of agentic solutions for business processes.

• Strong analytical, program-management, facilitation, documentation, communication, and stakeholder-management skills, with the ability to move cross-functional work from ambiguity through adoption.

• You are a thoughtful and practical operator who enjoys making complex work easier for others. You are:

• • Customer- and business-minded: you connect operational decisions to revenue outcomes and the experience of customers, sellers, and cross-functional partners.

• • A change agent: you can partner with cross-functional stakeholders to build the case for change, bring others along for the implementation, and land the change with the broader Customer Team.

• • Adaptable and practical: you use sound judgment as priorities and information evolve and focus on solutions that can be implemented. 

• • Curious and forward-looking: you use data, business context, and stakeholder feedback to understand problems, measure results, and explore better ways of working.

• Nice to have: experience with CRM, ERP, and contract management systems.

A D-Waver's DNA

• We look at the future and say “why not”; we see possibilities where others see problems or routines. We show the way ahead and are committed to achieving ambitious goals.
• We practice straight talk and listen generously to each other with empathy. We value different opinions and points of views. We ensure that we connect outside as well as inside to learn from others and inspire each other.
• We hold ourselves accountable for delivering results. We make decisions & take responsibility so that we can act & support each other.
• As leaders we motivate & engage our teams to undertake beyond what they originally thought possible, by developing our teams & creating the conditions for people to grow and empower themselves through enabling & coaching.

Our Compensation Philosophy is Simple but Powerful:

We believe providing D-Wavers with company ownership, competitive pay, and a range of meaningful benefits is the start of creating a culture where people want to give the best they’ve got — not because they’re simply making money, but because they’ve fallen in love with our vision, mission, values, and team. 

During the interview process, your Recruiter will review our total rewards (base, equity, bonus, perks, benefit, culture) . The final offer is determined by your proficiencies within this level.   

Inclusion: 

We celebrate diverse perspectives to drive innovation in our pursuit. Our employees range from distinguished domain experts with decades of experience in their respective fields, to bright and motivated graduates eager to make their mark. Our diverse and innovative team will make you feel appreciated, supported and empower your career growth at D-Wave.

The Fine Print: 

No 3rd party candidates will be accepted

It is D-Wave policy to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state/provincial, local law.