Director, Partnership Marketing

In order to be considered for this role, after clicking "Apply Now" above and being redirected, you must fully complete the application process on the follow-up screen. Position: Director, Partnership Marketing – Full Time/Exempt Department: Corporate Partnerships Reports to: Vice President, Partnership Marketing Location: Arizona Cardinals (Tempe, AZ) Format: In-person Cardinals Organizational Summary: The Arizona Cardinals Football Club is a professional football team within the National Football League (NFL). We compete in the National Football Conference (NFC) West division and call State Farm Stadium, in Glendale, Arizona, our home. As one of the oldest pro football franchises in the U. S. about the Arizona Cardinals and see what’s happening here. responsibilities including, without limitation, to the following: Directly manage several of the Club's largest corporate partnerships Assist the VP of Partnership Marketing with strategic planning, budget management, inventory management and day-to-day business operations Accountability to management sponsorship CRM and inventory system Respond timely to any sponsor requests and questions Assist with maintaining records of all asset implementation including ticket logs, costs, promotions, artwork deadlines and due dates, events/functions, and communications Supervise, manage and execute corporate partner annual recaps and action planning meetings to document sponsorship ROI Supervise and manage the planning and execution of Club related sponsorship events Develop strong business relationships with existing and potential corporate partners Effectively communicate across all areas of the company including but not limited to sales, marketing, broadcast, community relations, foundation, ticketing, finance, and football operations departments Work closely other internal departments to implement partnership programs and assets Work closely with the business development sales team to manage corporate partnerships, and to ensure that current partners receive superior service and comprehensive fulfillment and execution of all contractual elements Manage, train, and support the professional development of Partnership Marketing colleagues to ensure consistent, high-quality performance Additional duties as assigned Qualifications/Requirements Education: Bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year University or College; bachelor’s degree in marketing, management, or communications preferred Experience: At least eight (8) years of account management and sports marketing experience Skills in client service or account management with an emphasis in professional sports team or with a sports and entertainment marketing agency Extensive industry knowledge and understanding of industry current events and trends Experience dealing with staff management and leadership, clients, and account management is required Strong understanding of Microsoft Outlook, Power Point, Word, and CRM. Benefits and Perks include, but are not limited to: Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance options; effective the first day of hire 401 (k) retirement option with employer match contribution Paid Time Off Accruals (including sick time accruals) Paid Time Off for most Federal holidays Time off for Maternity, Paternity, Military, and Bereavement MDLIVE: 24/7 medical support Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) & Health Care Saving Account options Discounts on Cardinals gear & paraphernalia Tuition reimbursement & Professional Growth opportunities Daily free lunch Complimentary season tickets Subsidized gym memberships The Arizona Cardinals Football Club is 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.e Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.