Director, Global Football Partnerships & Growth

Fanatics Inc.; Paris; Hybrid; EUR 130,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Job summary

Fanatics Commerce in Paris is seeking a Director, Partnerships to lead and scale strategic football partnerships across global markets. You will manage senior-level relationships with federations, leagues, clubs, and governing bodies, driving revenue growth and brand value through cross-functional collaboration and data-driven decisions.

The role requires 8+ years in partnerships or business development, and a track record of delivering multi-market programs.

Qualifications

• 8+ years in partnerships, account management, or business development.
• Experience with sports, sports retail, or ecommerce is preferred.
• Ability to manage senior stakeholders and negotiate favorable terms.
• Comfort with data-driven decision making and multi-market programs.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic football partnerships across global markets.
• Drive revenue growth and brand value through activations and renewals.
• Oversee cross-functional collaboration to deliver partner commitments.
• Manage lifecycle from onboarding through renewal and escalation.

Skills

Partnerships management

Relationship management

Negotiation

Strategic thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business/Marketing/Management

Job description

Fanatics Commerce in Paris is seeking a Director, Partnerships to lead and scale strategic football partnerships across global markets. You will manage senior-level relationships with federations, leagues, clubs, and governing bodies, driving revenue growth and brand value through cross-functional collaboration and data-driven decisions.

The role requires 8+ years in partnerships or business development, and a track record of delivering multi-market programs.