Partnership Marketing Manager

FC Dallas•Frisco, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Partnership Marketing Manager is responsible for developing and maintaining relationships with corporate partners while managing and executing contractual agreements for FC Dallas, Toyota Stadium, Toyota Soccer Center, and other properties as assigned, which includes fulfillment of all contractual assets and implementing creative marketing plans. Exceptional customer relationship management and inter-department communication are essential. The Partnership Marketing Manager will also support the Partnership Marketing Team with special events and activations, including player appearances, tentpole events, clinics and strategic initiatives.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree
Minimum 4 - 6 years of successful Partnership Marketing experience with a major league professional sports team, agency or high-profile entertainment entity
Experience in client relationship management with a natural ability to develop a strong rapport and establish long-term relationships
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Must have strong customer service skills and desire to always “make things better”
Experience formulating marketing plans and promotions from development to execution
Strong organizational and time management skills with ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks in a high-energy environment
CRM/KORE system management experience
Must be highly proficient in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, Powerpoint, and Outlook
Excellent attention to detail and an ability to produce high-quality, accurate work within designated deadlines
Exceptional problem solving and multi-tasking skills
Ability to work a flexible schedule to include nights, weekends and holidays
Excellent driving record

Nice To Haves

Photography and photo editing experience a plus
Bilingual a plus

Responsibilities

Act as a key contact with corporate partner accounts, autonomously overseeing day-to-day relationships between partners and internal departments to ensure that contractual elements are properly implemented at all times
Work with partners to identify clear and measurable business objectives specific to their goals and “why” a relationship with FC Dallas, Toyota Stadium, Toyota Soccer Center, and other properties matters for the partner(s) in the marketplace
Create and present partner recaps following key initiatives, mid-season and post-season to tell the story of our partnership and share value delivered and key insights
Keep immaculate records on all account actions, including photographs, affidavits, event summaries and reports, and CRM/KORE maintenance to ensure information is accurate, deliverables are tracked and fulfilled, and account information is always updated
Develop and execute partnership activation plans that effectively leverage our assets and capabilities, build our partners’ brand affiliation and deliver on goals
Work collaboratively with team to achieve profitable long-term revenue growth
Assist department with special events, including planning, budgeting, execution, documentation, and follow-up
Game day and event responsibilities to include activation setup, client hospitality, and fulfilling partnership contract obligations
Facilitate consistent and professional communication with corporate partners and the department through all avenues of correspondence to plan accordingly for upcoming marketing efforts and campaigns
Maintain comprehensive communication with the Partnership Marketing and Corporate Partnerships teams at all times