Manager, Business Operations

Major League Soccer; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Join Major League Soccer as a Manager, Business Operations, where you will lead monetization strategies for fan data-driven advertising and manage paid social sponsorship initiatives. This pivotal role involves an understanding of digital advertising, delivering quality engagement, and optimizing performance management across various media channels while ensuring the overall revenue recognition from campaigns.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage

$500 wellness reimbursement

Generous Holiday and PTO schedule

Career and professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in digital media buying, sponsorship execution or analytics.
• Proficiency in social media analytics and digital campaign management.
• Understanding of KPIs in digital advertising.

Responsibilities

• Develop monetization strategies for fan data-driven advertising.
• Execute paid social campaigns to enhance sponsorship reach.
• Identify trends in consumer data concerning digital sponsorship.

Skills

Digital advertising

Social sponsorship

Media analytics

Project management

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Outlook

Job description

Overview

The Partner Media Management team manages the commercialization strategy and execution of media sponsorship and advertising efforts for MLS & SUM properties. As a department, PMM plays an important role in helping the larger MLS/SUM organization to articulate the value proposition of assets across owned, operated and distributed media channels to both internal and external stakeholders, ultimately driving value for the enterprise, official marketing partners and broadcast/distribution media partners.

The Manager, Business Operations will assist in the development of our monetization strategy for fan data driven advertising and sponsorship initiatives while being responsible for paid sponsorship extensions across social platforms, packaging digital commercial opportunities, and providing digital insights and narratives for our official marketing partners.

Responsibilities

• Identify marketplace trends in the consumer data and social sponsorship space
• Create monetizable solutions that keep our business at the forefront of the sports sponsorship landscape
• Develop audience extension opportunities that offer quality engagement and help deliver against sponsorship KPIs
• Execute paid social campaigns to extend the reach of sponsorship positions
• Identify and socialize digital and social insights that highlight the growth and engagement delivered across MLS/SUM Digital assets
• Assist in the performance management optimization process to ensure the full revenue recognition of advertising and sponsorship campaigns
• Support Partnership Marketing, Properties & Events, Business Alliances and Strategic Planning with media sales insights and analysis
• Additional responsibilities as assigned

Qualifications

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree
• 5+ year of experience, with 3+ years of experience in digital media buying, digital sponsorship execution and/or media data analytics

Required Skills

• Understanding of digital advertising and social sponsorship models
• Ability to execute media buys across social platforms that deliver against KPIs
• In-depth knowledge of social media analytics and tools
• Experience working across multiple constituent internal and external groups
• Tireless work ethic, willingness to roll up sleeves to drive and lead a commitment to excellence
• Superior organization and project management skills with ability to work effectively in a fast-paced multifaceted organization
• Demonstrated decision making and problem-solving skills
• Detail-oriented with the ability to multi-task and meet deadlines with minimal supervision
• High level of commitment to quality work product and organizational ethics, integrity and compliance
• Strong interpersonal skills, ability to effectively communicate both written and verbally
• Proficiency in Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook

Total Rewards

Major League Soccer offers a competitive starting base salary of $75,000 - $85,000, based on individual qualifications, market financials, and operational business needs. We are committed to providing a Total Rewards package that attracts, supports, engages, and retains talent. Our benefits package includes comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, a $500 wellness reimbursement, and generous Holiday and PTO schedule to promote work-life balance. We also prioritize career and professional development, offering on-the-job training, feedback, and ongoing educational opportunities.

We believe in the power of in-person collaboration to fuel creativity, strengthen connections, and cultivate a vibrant workplace. As a result, employees are required to work from an MLS office at least four days a week. We understand the value of balance, so employees also have the flexibility of working remotely on Fridays, along with the option to take up to two additional remote flex days each month.

At Major League Soccer, we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and inclusion and believe that a diverse workforce enhances our ability to compete in the marketplace. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

We are dedicated to ensuring that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation throughout the job application or interview process, essential job functions, and other benefits and privileges of employment. If you require accommodation, please contact us to request it.

Join our team and be part of the Major League Soccer family, where we elevate the game and inspire greatness!