Director, Strategic Partnerships - Central US
WFA Digital Insight
Via’s platform sits at the intersection of technology, public policy, and real‑world transportation challenges, making the Director of Strategic Partnerships a uniquely influential position. Reporting into the central sales leadership, the incumbent will negotiate multi‑year contracts with city governments and private operators across the Midwest, turning complex procurement cycles into actionable revenue streams. The role demands a blend of data‑driven business case development and high‑level relationship management, positioning the director as a trusted advisor to municipal leaders. Candidates should be comfortable navigating political dynamics while translating mobility needs into clear, compelling proposals that align with Via’s digital transit vision.
Job Description
Via is on a mission to create public transportation systems that provide far greater access to jobs, healthcare, and education. Our platform serves as the technology backbone for modern transport, transforming antiquated and siloed public transportation systems into smart, data-driven, and efficient digital networks. With hundreds of agency partners around the world, Via is recognized as the leading transportation technology and service provider globally.
As a Director, Strategic Partnerships at Via, you'll drive revenue growth across the Central territory. You'll build the relationships that matter, close the deals that shape how cities invest in mobility, and help authorities and operators across the region rethink what public transport can look like. This is a high-ownership individual contributor role at the intersection of technology, public policy, and real-world impact, on a team that believes better cities start with better transportation.
This is a remote-first role based in the US Central region. We're ideally looking for candidates in Chicago or the broader Midwest, but are open to other locations including Texas.
About the Role:
- Building and closing high-impact partnerships with city governments, transport authorities, and private operators, navigating complex, multi-stakeholder sales cycles from first conversation to signed deal
- Own and execute go-to-market strategy for the Central's unique buying landscape, including public-sector procurement processes, political dynamics, and multi-year funding cycles
- Creating compelling, data-driven business cases that show how Via's platform improves ridership, efficiency, and sustainability for cities and regions across the market
- Acting as a trusted advisor to city leaders and mobility operators as they design future transit networks, identify funding mechanisms, and navigate operational and political constraints
- Represent Via at the most senior levels in your market, actively shaping how modern mobility is understood across the region through conferences, industry events, and thought leadership
- Bring structured, high-value market intelligence to product and strategy teams, translating on-the-ground insight from cities and operators into decisions that shape how Via thinks, builds, and competes across the market
About You:
- 10+ years of experience in sales, business development, or strategy, with a proven ability to win in enterprise, government, infrastructure, or tech-enabled services; a background in public transport or mobility is a strong plus
- A track record of owning and winning complex, high-value, and multi-stakeholder deals where outcomes are built on trust and influence
- Strong analytical and storytelling skills; you know how to turn data, policy, and customer needs to drive strategic decisions and build compelling narratives
- Ability to read tone and adapt communication style, whether in a boardroom, at a conference, or in a written proposal
- A motivated self-starter who turns ambiguity into momentum; you shape the approach, set the pace, and raise the standard for how things get done
- Sound commercial judgment; you know when to push, when to listen, and when to rethink the approach to maximise the value of a deal
- A natural leader who views success as a team effort and thrives in high-ownership environments
What We Offer:
- Base salary range: $160,000-$210,000, determined by experience, knowledge, and skills. Total compensation also includes variable pay and equity.
- Comprehensive health coverage, with low-cost dental and vision plans.
- A 401(k) with a generous company match and vesting.
- Fully paid parental leave for new parents, with extended leave options.
- Additional benefits (family planning, mental health, pet insurance, and other wellness perks).
- 20 days of paid time off (PTO) annually.
There has never been a more exciting time to be on the cutting edge of public mobility.
Ready to join the ride?
Via is an equal opportunity employer.
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How to Stand Out
- Highlight any prior work with municipal or public‑sector procurement processes in your resume and cover letter.
- Quantify the impact of past partnerships with concrete results, such as revenue growth or efficiency improvements.
- Prepare a short case study showing how you built a data‑driven business case for a complex deal.
- Familiarize yourself with Via’s platform and be ready to discuss how its features address city transit challenges.
- During interviews, demonstrate adaptability by sharing examples of turning ambiguous situations into clear action plans.
- Research recent public‑transport initiatives in the Central US to show regional knowledge and strategic fit.
- When negotiating compensation, reference the disclosed salary range and be prepared to discuss equity and performance‑based bonuses.
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