Strategic Partnerships Manager [Contractor] at CarGurus

This senior-level contract role is designed for a business development professional with at least 6 years of experience, specifically 2+ years focused on high-stakes partnerships or corporate development. It’s ideal for someone who excels at "deal-making"—moving from initial market research and sourcing through to complex contract negotiations and final execution. The position offers a premium hourly rate of **$70–$80/hr** in a hybrid Boston-based setting. While this is a contractor role, you’ll be deeply embedded in the strategic growth of a profitable, industry-leading marketplace. You will have high visibility, presenting business cases directly to leadership and influencing "buy vs. build" decisions in a fast-paced environment. **You might be a good fit if you:** * Have a proven track record of negotiating and closing high-value third-party contracts. * Are comfortable with ambiguity and can lead "undefined" projects from scratch. * Possess strong analytical "horsepower" to translate data into actionable business cases. * Thrive in a cross-functional environment, coordinating between product, sales, and external partners.