Donor Recruitment & Sponsor Relations Manager

American Red Cross; Laguna Hills (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental Vision plans

Health Spending Accounts & Flexible FS

PTO: 15 days start

Holidays: 11 paid

401K with up to 6% match

Paid Family Leave

Employee Assistance

Disability and Insurance: Short + Long

Service Awards

Job summary

American Red Cross is seeking a Blood Drive Sponsor Coordinator to support fundraising strategies, recruit sponsors, and manage drive cycles. This role strengthens community engagement and ensures monthly, quarterly, and annual collection goals are met.

You will collaborate across teams, train volunteers, and maintain sponsor relationships while adhering to directives and regulations. A valid driver's license and willingness to travel are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in marketing, sales, communications or related field required.
• 1 year of related experience preferred or equivalent combination of education and related experience required.
• Knowledge of group dynamics, direct sales, customer relationship management/maintenance techniques, negotiation skills, and the ability to effectively implement programs is preferred.
• Good organizational skills and the ability to handle multiple priorities effectively are required. Event planning experience desired.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, including training and presentation skills, are required.
• A current, valid driver's license and good driving record are required.
• Ability to work on a team.
• Some travel may be required.

Responsibilities

• Partner across business lines to align fundraising strategies with community engagement initiatives.
• Support the recruitment, retention, and scheduling of blood drive sponsors while educating sponsors and other stakeholders to maximize blood drive success and achieve monthly, quarterly, and annual blood collection goals.
• Strengthen community visibility and engagement through strategic sponsor relationships, driving measurable outcomes at both the sponsor and blood drive levels.
• Provide guidance, support, development, and leadership to volunteers to ensure a positive and impactful experience while advancing organizational objectives.
• Schedule education programs for blood drive sponsor contact, recruitment committees and volunteers within assigned groups to assist in meeting collection objectives and to comply with all directives, regulations, and local operating procedures.
• Maintain accurate records to provide tracking and statistical data on blood drive sponsor group performance.
• Appropriately utilize tools, technology, and strategy provided by the organization to enhance customer service, efficiency, and productivity.
• Responsible for providing own transportation for business purposes.

Skills

communication skills

teamwork

driver's license

travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree in marketing, sales, communications or related field

Job description

American Red Cross is seeking a Blood Drive Sponsor Coordinator to support fundraising strategies, recruit sponsors, and manage drive cycles. This role strengthens community engagement and ensures monthly, quarterly, and annual collection goals are met.

You will collaborate across teams, train volunteers, and maintain sponsor relationships while adhering to directives and regulations. A valid driver's license and willingness to travel are required.