Executive Partner – Manufacturing

Who we are

Gartner is the world’s leading information technology research and advisory company. We deliver the technology-related insight necessary for our clients to make the right decisions, every day. We work with every client to research, analyze and interpret the business of IT within the context of their individual role.

What we do

Gartner Executive Programs (EXP) is an exclusive, membership-based organization serving more than 5,000 CIOs and senior IT leaders worldwide. Members benefit from the convenience of a single source of knowledge and insight focused on CIO-level challenges, service delivery in their context, the shared knowledge of the world’s largest community of CIOs, and the assurance of Gartner objectivity and independence. Gartner’s Executive Partners act as coaches, content-providers and business advisors to Executive Programs members, and partner with colleagues across the organization to deliver service solutions utilizing Gartner products and services.

What you’ll do

• Manage a portfolio of up to 32 CIO member relationships
• Leverage subject matter expertise to create service solutions for ExP members utilizing all ExP products
• Define and deliver innovative solutions by assessing member’s Mission Critical Priorities (MCPs) and developing a customized service plan
• Conduct on-site briefings, including workshops, research analyst visits, roundtables and webinars
• Present or facilitate at local ExP events
• Build a strong partnership with Gartner’s Sales organization and collaborate with them to ensure member engagement and renewal of ExP business

Who you are

Our most successful Executive Partners have the ability to adopt best practices, follow established processes and embrace feedback with a mindset of continuous improvement. Gartner Executive Partners have natural curiosity and share their knowledge and expertise with Executive Programs members. They understand their members mission critical priorities and build trust by delivering value and leveraging key internal partnerships to drive results.

• At least 5 years of C-level technology executive experience in a Manufacturing enterprise, preferably combined with Consulting or Advisory experience, and / or has held multiple executive-level roles
• In-depth understanding of the IT industry and the role of the CIO (including Leadership, IT Operations Management, strategy and trends, use of metrics, etc.).
• In-depth understanding of the business value of IT and the alignment of Business and IT strategies
• Advanced critical thinking and problem-solving skills
• High tolerance and an advanced ability to lead and manage ambiguous situations
• Excellent relationship building and collaboration skills
• Demonstrable sales and/or business development experience with CXO level executives
• Expert skills at managing multiple priorities
• Native level of Japanese and advanced level of English language

What we offer

• Outstanding work environment with rapid advancement potential
• Exceptional compensation and benefits
• Modern office environment in a central location for easy commute

Who are we?

At Gartner, Inc. (NYSE:IT), we guide the leaders who shape the world.

Our mission relies on expert analysis and bold ideas to deliver actionable, objective insight, helping enterprise leaders and their teams succeed with their mission-critical priorities.

Since our founding in 1979, we’ve grown to more than 20,000 associates globally who support ~15,000 client enterprises in ~90 countries and territories. We do important, interesting and substantive work that matters. That’s why we hire associates with the intellectual curiosity, energy and drive to want to make a difference. The bar is unapologetically high. So is the impact you can have here.

What makes Gartner a great place to work?

Our sustained success creates limitless opportunities for you to grow professionally and flourish personally. We have a vast, virtually untapped market potential ahead of us, providing you with an exciting trajectory long into the future. How far you go is driven by your passion and performance.

We hire remarkable people who collaborate and win as a team. Together, our singular, unifying goal is to deliver results for our clients.

Our teams are inclusive and composed of individuals from different geographies, cultures, religions, ethnicities, races, genders, sexual orientations, abilities and generations.

We invest in great leaders who bring out the best in you and the company, enabling us to multiply our impact and results. This is why, year after year, we are recognized worldwide as a great place to work.

What do we offer?

Gartner offers world-class benefits, highly competitive compensation and disproportionate rewards for top performers.

In our hybrid work environment, we provide the flexibility and support for you to thrive — working virtually when it’s productive to do so and getting together with colleagues in a vibrant community that is purposeful, engaging and inspiring.