Gifting & Merchandise Associate

MN Vikings Football • Eagan, MN

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About The Position

Our mission at the Minnesota Vikings is to Advance the Vikings legacy through the passionate pursuit of excellence.

We strive to achieve, we put the team first, we seek to learn, we exhibit high character, and we are committed to a diverse, equitable and inclusive environment.

SUMMARY: The Gifting & Merchandise Associate will assist the Manager of Promotion and Corporate Gifting and Manager of Merchandise and Retail Experience with the planning, sourcing, and fulfillment of various gifting and merchandising initiatives throughout the season.

In addition to the duties described above, the Gifting & Merchandise Associate will take part in the Vikings’ exclusive Leadership Development Program. This program will provide regular opportunities for professional development, exposure to organizational leadership and the ability to develop skills critical for the Associate’s future career growth. A fundamental part of the program will include clearly defined goals between the Associate and their Supervisor that will be tracked and measured for progress throughout the term of the program.

This is a temporary full-time position that will begin on June 1, 2026, and conclude on May 28, 2027, unless otherwise determined.

Requirements

• Degree in Sports Management, Marketing, Events, Hospitality Management, or a related field recommended
• Required to work a flexible schedule including standard office hours, evenings, weekends, holidays and all home games
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Office, including Excel and PowerPoint applications. Some experience with design is a plus
• Previous professional sports, events, and/or partnership activation internship experience strongly preferred
• Must have a positive attitude and be willing to take on a variety of tasks including both office work and physical labor
• Must exhibit strong customer service and communication skills
• Must be confident, self-motivated and able to inject their own ideas and creativity into projects
• Must have reliable transportation to attend various events throughout the Twin Cities

Responsibilities

• Support the execution of exclusive gifting activations that provide unique networking and entertainment opportunities for top-tier executives and corporate partners
• Assist in the organization, tracking, and shipping of contractual merchandise for partners along with any internal requests
• Research industry trends in luxury, lifestyle, and custom gifting and event activation, specifically as it pertains to Partnership and Premium Experiences
• Facilitate communication with external vendors to place orders for premium product procurement
• Maintain the internal merchandise closet inventory and assist in tracking budgets across the organization
• Work with Partnerships and Events staff in a team environment to fulfill special programs/projects
• Provide onsite support during events to manage setup, distribution, and guest experience in the merchandise and gifting areas
• Assist the department in preparation for upcoming games (i.e. set-up sponsor promotions as well as implementation on game days)
• Assist the Events Department with sponsor involvement and other aspects of special events

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees