Corporate Partnerships Marketing Manager
San Diego Wave Fútbol Club, San Diego, California, United States, 92189
About This Role
As a Corporate Partnerships Marketing Manager, you will serve as the main POC for several key corporate partners. The ideal candidate will exemplify the highest standards of professionalism and customer service while managing key deliverables for partnership strategy, planning, deliverables, and awareness of incremental/added‑value opportunities. This person will also support the evolution of the department’s partnership strategy. At Wave FC, we share a positive enthusiasm for collaboration; this full‑time position works closely with marketing and other team members to help achieve shared objectives. Depending upon education, skill set, and experience, the annual base salary range is $75,000–$85,000 plus commissions.
Role Responsibilities
Act as the primary liaison between Sponsors and the San Diego Wave FC organization to facilitate execution of sponsorship agreements
Collaborate with sales colleagues to ensure a full understanding of client marketing objectives and strategic priorities
Collaborate with internal departments to properly execute contractual marketing assets received by Sponsors
Manage all aspects of top‑tier partnership marketing asset execution including, but not limited to, team marketing rights and exclusivities, game day and special events, in‑market activation and promotions, hospitality, TV, radio, and social/digital marketing
Develop and implement year‑long strategic marketing programs, including experiential, retail and digital programs that meet client goals and objectives
Identify strategic partner renewal and upsell opportunities within individual book of business
Present detailed reports on sponsorship execution, including partner‑specific data and analytic summaries, affidavits, and video/photography recaps
Maintain detailed planning records, using CRM system
Track expenses and manage budgets related to execution of sponsorship agreements
Facilitate ongoing client engagement through meetings, conference calls, and written correspondence
Maintain thorough communication with Senior Director of Corporate Partnerships regarding all sponsor account activity
Support game‑day operations in regard to client/VIP guest hospitality and corporate partnership activation
Other duties assigned as business needs evolve
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree required
2+ years experience in a sponsorship, marketing or related role
A natural problem solver
All‑hands‑on‑deck attitude
Desire to see projects through to completion with exceptional excellence
Experience managing execution of marketing campaigns and/or sponsorship accounts
Strong interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills with ability to communicate effectively at all levels, both internally and externally
Able to simultaneously manage a high level of detail across multiple clients and projects
Able to demonstrate flexibility and quickly adapt to changes while maintaining high levels of productivity and effectiveness under pressure
Able to work well within a team environment, assisting and supporting team members whenever necessaryAble to balance internal priorities with client expectations
Passion for the success of women’s professional sports
Ability to work non‑traditional hours, including scheduled home games on weekends, evenings and holidays
Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and project management/CRM software applications
If you meet the above qualifications and are ready to take on the challenge of leading our professional soccer club to success, we want to hear from you. Please submit your resume and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are the ideal candidate for the position.
Apply Today Our people are our club. We believe different backgrounds and experiences bring new ideas and perspectives. We encourage talented candidates from underrepresented and underserved backgrounds to apply. We’re excited to welcome new members of our team who share our passion. We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, gender identity, marital or veteran status, or any other protected class.
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Role Responsibilities
Act as the primary liaison between Sponsors and the San Diego Wave FC organization to facilitate execution of sponsorship agreements
Collaborate with sales colleagues to ensure a full understanding of client marketing objectives and strategic priorities
Collaborate with internal departments to properly execute contractual marketing assets received by Sponsors
Manage all aspects of top‑tier partnership marketing asset execution including, but not limited to, team marketing rights and exclusivities, game day and special events, in‑market activation and promotions, hospitality, TV, radio, and social/digital marketing
Develop and implement year‑long strategic marketing programs, including experiential, retail and digital programs that meet client goals and objectives
Identify strategic partner renewal and upsell opportunities within individual book of business
Present detailed reports on sponsorship execution, including partner‑specific data and analytic summaries, affidavits, and video/photography recaps
Maintain detailed planning records, using CRM system
Track expenses and manage budgets related to execution of sponsorship agreements
Facilitate ongoing client engagement through meetings, conference calls, and written correspondence
Maintain thorough communication with Senior Director of Corporate Partnerships regarding all sponsor account activity
Support game‑day operations in regard to client/VIP guest hospitality and corporate partnership activation
Other duties assigned as business needs evolve
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree required
2+ years experience in a sponsorship, marketing or related role
A natural problem solver
All‑hands‑on‑deck attitude
Desire to see projects through to completion with exceptional excellence
Experience managing execution of marketing campaigns and/or sponsorship accounts
Strong interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills with ability to communicate effectively at all levels, both internally and externally
Able to simultaneously manage a high level of detail across multiple clients and projects
Able to demonstrate flexibility and quickly adapt to changes while maintaining high levels of productivity and effectiveness under pressure
Able to work well within a team environment, assisting and supporting team members whenever necessaryAble to balance internal priorities with client expectations
Passion for the success of women’s professional sports
Ability to work non‑traditional hours, including scheduled home games on weekends, evenings and holidays
Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and project management/CRM software applications
If you meet the above qualifications and are ready to take on the challenge of leading our professional soccer club to success, we want to hear from you. Please submit your resume and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are the ideal candidate for the position.
Apply Today Our people are our club. We believe different backgrounds and experiences bring new ideas and perspectives. We encourage talented candidates from underrepresented and underserved backgrounds to apply. We’re excited to welcome new members of our team who share our passion. We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, gender identity, marital or veteran status, or any other protected class.
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