GDS Emerging Tech Relationships Operations Specialist-Assistant Director

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Job Title : GDS Emerging Tech Relationships Operations Manager      Function : GDS ES Growth & Innovation      Skill Level: High      Sub Function: Alliances Partner Ops CoE   Role Purpose The Emerging Tech Relationships Operations Manager (Assistant Director) exists to enable alliance and ecosystem initiatives through disciplined operational execution and coordination. The role ensures that research activities, program workflows, reporting, and content outputs are well‑structured, accurately tracked, and consistently delivered, allowing senior leaders and strategists to focus on decision‑making and direction. Acting as an operational anchor across teams and systems, the role drives follow‑through, data integrity, and execution reliability across emerging relationship priorities.   Role Summary The Emerging Tech Relationships Operations Manager provides hands‑on operational, PMO, and coordination support for alliance and ecosystem programs. Working closely with senior team members, the role translates clearly defined requirements into organized research outputs, structured materials, accurate trackers, and timely reports. Responsibilities span market and company research support, content preparation, program coordination, CRM and system maintenance, and performance tracking, with a strong emphasis on precision, responsiveness, and execution quality. The role is execution‑focused, prioritizing structure, consistency, and delivery across multiple workstreams. Success in this position is defined by the ability to manage details, maintain momentum, and ensure that data, materials, and reporting are ready for leadership consumption, while coordinating effectively across functions.   Key Responsibilities: Market Research & Support (Execution‑Focused)

Execute defined market and company research tasks based on clear requirements provided by senior team members. Support market scans through:

Web‑based research Use of AI tools to compile and structure company lists Data extraction and organization from PitchBook or similar platforms (where applicable).

Assist with initial screening activities, including basic company information, leadership identification, and high‑level fit indicators. Maintain well‑organized records of research inputs and outputs to ensure traceability and re-use.

Content Development & Packaging

Prepare structured, digestible outputs (slides, summaries, trackers, briefing materials) based on existing analysis and guidance. Support the development, standardization, and maintenance of templates, decks, and written content used across ecosystem initiatives. Ensure all materials are accurate, clearly structured, and review‑ready for senior stakeholders.

Program & PMO Support

Provide PMO‑style operational support for alliance and ecosystem initiatives, including:

Maintaining plans, trackers, timelines, and work logs Coordinating inputs across multiple teams Supporting meeting preparation and follow‑ups.

Assist with planning and logistics for ecosystem activities such as VC interactions or market visits. Ensure execution remains aligned to agreed timelines and priorities through consistent follow‑through.

Relationship & System Management

Maintain and update company and relationship records across CRM and internal tracking tools. Support ongoing monitoring of priority companies and initiatives to ensure continuity and visibility. Ensure data hygiene, consistency, and accuracy across systems such as CRM, BRIDGE, GIS, and ERIP trackers.

Reporting & Performance Tracking

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