Manager, Partnership Activation

USA Hockey•Colorado Springs, CO

1d•Onsite

About The Position

USA Hockey provides the foundation for the sport of ice hockey in America; helps young people become leaders, even Olympic heroes; and connects the game at every level while promoting a lifelong love of the sport. USA Hockey is the National Governing Body for the sport within the US Olympic and Paralympic Committee. This role manages the day-to-day relationships with corporate and licensing partners to maximize the performance of USA Hockey sponsorships. The Manager will collaborate with all internal teams to effectively execute partnership elements efficiently and productively, while listening to client needs and working cross-departmentally to adjust to changing partnership requirements.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree or possess a minimum of three or more years' experience in agency, media, or partnership management.
Knowledgeable in the practices and principles related to media and sponsorship activation.
Ability to develop successful, mutually beneficial working relationships with corporate clients.
Must be able to identify problems, their sources, and their potential solutions while continuing to successfully conduct day-to-day operations without interruption.
Understand teamwork and enjoy working closely with colleagues to provide a team approach that fulfills client interests and overall partnership objectives.
Self-starter, successful working with limited supervision.
Sales style reflects both drive and resilience.
Team orientation supporting motivation and focus on both individual and departmental growth.
Well-spoken and have excellent written communication skills as well as listening skills.
Must be detail oriented, have exceptional work ethic and a strong desire to succeed.
Expression of a personal brand that is professional and creative.
Proficient in Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel, Outlook and Power Point or similar presentation tools.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of sponsorship software preferred, i.e. SponsorUnited, Nielsen, SponsorCX, Google Analytics, etc.

Responsibilities

Manage day-to-day needs of corporate and licensing accounts by providing second-to-none client service, this may include: Timely approvals of creative and content; Timely follow-up on partner questions and requests; Regular client calls and check-ins based upon client needs.
Identify opportunities to maximize partner value, which may include adjustments to the agreement.
Monitoring program effectiveness against partner objectives and KPIs.
Create and deliver unique and polished partnership recaps with confidence.
Develop and implement in-market/retail promotions to add new value for clients.
Maintaining partner deliverables, as well as significant contract items.
Assist in a variety of department-related duties.
Maintain an infectiously positive attitude when dealing with partners and internal stakeholders.
Maintain good attendance and punctuality.
Other duties as assigned.