Brand Partnership Manager

aah; United States; On-site; USD 106,000 - 159,000; Full time

Job summary

aah in the United States is seeking a Senior Partnerships Manager to lead brand partnerships across sports, events, and community initiatives. You will develop strategic plans that align with enterprise marketing and business goals, manage key partnerships, and drive ROI through disciplined evaluation and negotiations.

The role requires 7+ years in sports marketing or corporate partnerships, with strong leadership and executive-level presentation skills to influence senior stakeholders and guide

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in sports management, marketing, or related field required.
• 7+ years of experience in sports marketing or brand/corporate partnerships.
• Strong leadership and ability to influence senior stakeholders.
• Proven track record of developing and executing successful brand partnerships.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute divisional brand partnership strategies aligned with enterprise marketing and business objectives.
• Manage a portfolio of partnerships with sports organizations, events, and community groups.
• Evaluate and prioritize partnership opportunities based on objectives, audience, and ROI.
• Lead partnership negotiations and advise on contract structure and investment levels.
• Direct planning and ensure execution aligns with strategic and financial goals.
• Establish performance metrics and accountability for partnerships.
• Analyze results and advise on renewals, expansions, and terminations.

Skills

Partnership strategy

ROI analysis

Contract negotiation

Budget oversight

Executive presentation

Stakeholder influence

Vendor management

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in sports management, marketing, communications, or related field

Job description

Department:

12820 Enterprise Corporate - Brand: Partnerships

Status:

Full time

Benefits Eligible:

Yes

Hours Per Week:

40

Schedule Details/Additional Information:

This role will be based out of Charlotte or Winston Salem with local travel and 2-4 times yearly will be out of state travel

Pay Range:

$51.05 - $76.60

Major Responsibilities:

• Develop and execute divisional brand partnership strategies aligned with enterprise marketing and business objectives .
• Manage a portfolio of strategic partnerships including sports organizations, events, and community-based organizations.
• Evaluate and prioritize partnership opportunities based on business objectives , audience alignment, brand impact, and expected return on investment.
• Lead partnership negotiations and provide recommendations regarding contract structure, asset utilization , and investment levels.
• Direct partnership planning and ensure execution aligns with strategic, operational, and financial objectives .
• Establish performance metrics and accountability measures for all assigned partnerships.
• Analyze partnership results and deliver executive-level recommendations regarding renewals, expansions, modifications, and termination decisions.
• Manage partnership budgets, asset utilization , and valuation assessments.
• Serve as senior relationship manager for key partners and executive stakeholders.
• Direct vendor relationships and hold partners accountable for contractual obligations and performance standards.
• Resolve escalated partnership issues and make decisions regarding prioritization and resource allocation.
• Provide leadership, coaching, and guidance to partnership team members.
• Identify new market opportunities and emerging partnership trends to inform future strategy .

Education:

Bachelor's degree in sports management, marketing , communications, or related field .

Certification / License:

None Required.

Work Experience:

7 + years of experience in sports marketing or a brand/corporate partnerships role ( team, in or out of health care) .

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities:

• Strategic partnership development and ROI analysis
• Contract negotiation and management
• Budget oversight and investment analysis
• Executive presentation skills
• Stakeholder influence at senior leadership levels
• Portfolio management
• Vendor relationship management
• Proven record of accomplishment of developing and executing successful brand partnerships that drive awareness, engagement, and revenue.
• Strong network and relationships with sports organizations.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
• Passion for sports, wellness, and fitness.
• Strong leadership, with the ability to inspire and influence others.
• Highly collaborative, adaptable, and consumer-oriented, with the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
• Passionate about the brand and products and committed to delivering value and excellence to our teammates and our consumers.
• Thoughtfu l, holistic and intentional usage of assets.
• Team player .
• Ability to craft assets in order to successfully story tell across multiple channels.
• Creative and strategic thinker, with a passion for innovation and experimentation.
• Strong planning and organizational skills .
• Executive presence in frequent workings with members of Executive Leadership Team.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

• Position requires working weekends and outside of normal business hours.
• Position requires occasional travel .
• Individual must reside in their assigned division.

DISCLAIMER

All responsibilities and requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only responsibilities to be performed by an employee occupying this job or position . Employees must follow any other job-related instructions and perform any other job-related duties requested by their leaders.

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