Partner Recruitment & Qualification ManagerManpowerGroup Ireland have an exciting new opportunity with our client SAP This is a 12-month contract role employed with ManpowerGroup Ireland with a possibility of extension. This position is a Hybrid/remote role based in Galway.Why This Role MattersSAP's growth strategy relies on scalable, innovative Build partners who extend SAP solutions and create differentiated value for customers.This role ensures to recruit the right technical partners, qualify them rigorously, and build a high-quality Build ecosystem that drives long-term growth.Role PurposeThe Partner Recruitment & Qualification Manager is responsible for identifying, qualifying, and onboarding technology partners under the SAP Build Partnership model.This role is not an HR function. It sits within SAP's Partner Ecosystem organization and focuses on B2B technical partnerships, working with software companies, ISVs, and solution providers that build, integrate, or extend solutions on SAP technology.The objective is to recruit the right Build partners, ensure they meet SAP's technical and commercial criteria, and guide them through the end-to-end Build partnership qualification and contracting journey.Key ResponsibilitiesPartner Recruitment (Build Model)Proactively identify and recruit high-potential Build partners (ISVs, software vendors, platform and solution providers).Drive inbound and outbound partner recruitment aligned with SAP's Build ecosystem strategy.Engage senior stakeholders at partner companies (technical founders, CTOs, product leaders, alliance leads).Partner Qualification & ReadinessLead partners through the Build Partner qualification process, including:Business model and value proposition assessmentTechnical architecture and integration fit with SAPCommercial readiness and scalabilityRun Application Readiness Checks (ARC) and ensure partners meet SAP Build criteria.Coordinate closely with internal stakeholders (Architecture, Legal, Compliance, Store, ICC where applicable).Technical & Ecosystem AlignmentAct as a trusted advisor to partners on SAP's Build ecosystem, platforms, and toolsets.Ensure partners understand:SAP Build partnership requirementsCertification and validation paths (when applicable)SAP Store publishing journeyWork closely with SAP technical teams to validate solution fit.Process Ownership & GovernanceOwn the end-to-end Build partner recruitment lifecycle, from first contact to agreement signature.Maintain accurate partner status and documentation in SAP systems.Ensure partners move efficiently through due diligence and contracting stages.Collaboration & HandoverCollaborate with Partner Incubation, Partner Management, and regional teams to ensure a smooth transition post-onboarding.Ensure newly recruited Build partners are positioned for activation and early success.Skills & ExperienceExperience in B2B partnerships, alliances, or ecosystem rolesStrong understanding of software, SaaS, cloud, or platform-based business modelsAbility to assess technical solutions at a high level (architecture, integrations, APIs)Experience working with ISVs or technology partnersStrong stakeholder management and communication skillsStructured, process-driven, comfortable working with governance and qualification frameworksPreferredExperience with SAP, ERP, cloud platforms, or enterprise software ecosystemsKnowledge of Build / ISV partnership modelsFamiliarity with certification, validation, or marketplace ecosystemExperience working in a global, matrix organization