Director of Strategic Partnerships & Growth

New York Mets; New York (NY); On-site; USD 135,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

The New York Mets are seeking a Director of Partnership Development to lead strategic sponsorship sales and drive revenue growth through bespoke partnership plans that align with brand objectives and drive measurable results for Mets partners. You will work with Partner Solutions to race opportunities and expand category growth across local, regional, national and international markets.

The role requires a seasoned negotiator with a proven track record, a strong network in sports marketing, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• 8+ years of professional team and/or sports industry sales / business development experience.
• Seasoned negotiator and relationship builder with a proven record in complex multi‑product, multi-year deals.
• Extensive knowledge of brand marketing and sponsorship sales; live events experience a plus.
• Must be a top performer with strong communication skills and energy.
• Must be self-starter, creative, autonomous and process oriented.
• Ability to manage high volume / high yield workload and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Create innovative, strategic brand‑focused solutions for new business and existing multi‑year partners.
• Lead new business outreach on local, regional, national and international sales efforts to meet revenue goals.
• Oversee business development to explore category growth areas and generate new leads.
• Partner with Leadership to develop ideas for partner growth in awareness, traffic, campaigns and hospitality.
• Collaborate with marketing to drive revenue and meet client KPIs.
• Track outreach activity, proposals, and closed business; ensure delivery per agreement.
• Drive departmental process improvements and adoption of modern technology.

Skills

Sales experience

Negotiation

Relationship building

Brand marketing

Communication skills

Time management

Project management

Teamwork

Autonomy

Deadline-driven

Driver's license

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

The New York Mets are seeking a Director of Partnership Development to lead strategic sponsorship sales and drive revenue growth through bespoke partnership plans that align with brand objectives and drive measurable results for Mets partners. You will work with Partner Solutions to race opportunities and expand category growth across local, regional, national and international markets.

The role requires a seasoned negotiator with a proven track record, a strong network in sports marketing, and