Manager, Global Sponsorship New Business Development

The National Football League; New York (NY); On-site; USD 95,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Inclusive work environment

Job summary

The National Football League is seeking a Manager for Global Sponsorship New Business Development in New York City. This position plays a crucial role in generating revenue by developing and selling integrated marketing partnerships globally.

The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience in business development, strong communication skills, and the ability to cultivate strategic relationships in the sports marketing industry.

The expected salary range is between $95,000 and $110,000, and comprehensive benefits are included.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of sponsorship sales or business development experience in sports.
• Strong knowledge of the sponsorship landscape and industry research.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute marketing partnerships for NFL sponsorship revenue.
• Build relationships with key corporate decision-makers.
• Create strategic presentations and proposals for potential partners.

Skills

Sponsorship sales experience

Business development experience

Excellent communication

Relationship building

Proficient in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

Manager, Global Sponsorship New Business Development

New York, New York, United States

The Manager, Global Sponsorship New Business Development, is a key member of the Business Development team responsible for generating revenue by developing and selling integrated marketing partnerships for the NFL globally.

This position will work collaboratively across the NFL to identify partnerships that support key initiatives such as NFL FLAG, International growth, audience growth across youth, multicultural and women, and game innovation.

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for developing global pipeline and executing partnerships with blue‑chip brands to reach Sponsorship revenue goals
• Cultivate global and local market category prospects through category analysis and market research, with a focus on international markets without a dedicated new business resource
• Establish and build relationships with key external contacts (e.g., corporate decision makers at Fortune 500 companies and influencers in the sports marketing and agency world)
• Pursue prospects through contact strategy, development, and delivery of sales presentations, negotiation, and contract execution
• Actively contribute innovative thinking and fresh ideas that help lead to new revenue‑generating sponsorship opportunities and contribute to cross‑functional working groups consisting of key internal stakeholders (e.g., Media, IT, Football Operations, Social Responsibility, etc.) to develop customized marketing platforms that align with prospective partner objectives
• Develop and write strategic, customized presentations and partnership proposals for prospects
• Effectively maintain sales pipeline and reporting documents, as well as other duties as directed
• Help manage Sponsorship Business Development Senior Coordinator contributions to the team in partnership with the Senior Director

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree
• 5+ years of sponsorship sales and/or business development experience at league, team, agency and/or company

Preferred Qualifications:

• Excellent written and verbal communicator; ability to build trusted relationships and influence across all levels both internally and externally
• Proficient with MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint

Other Key Attributes/TalentCharacteristics:

• Energetic, self‑starter with a passion for uncovering synergies between Fortune 500 brands and the NFL
• Strong knowledge of sports marketing and/or sponsorship landscape
• Proficient in conducting industry research, prospecting, outreach, pitch ideation, and proposal development
• Ability to build trusted relationships and influence across all levels, both internally and externally
• Experienced in leveraging your network to initiate and develop relationships with senior‑level marketing executives

Physical Demands:

• N/A

Travel:

• Travel as needed for new business meetings (expected 10 percent of time)

Terms/Expected Hours of Work:

• Expected 40‑hour work week with limited weekend travel

Salary / Pay Range

This job posting contains a pay range, which represents the range of salaries or hourly rates that the NFL believes, in good faith, at the time of this posting that it might be willing to pay for the posted job in the location(s) specified. The NFL expects to hire for this position near the middle of the range. Only in truly rare and exceptional circumstances, where an external candidate has experience, credentials, or expertise that far exceed those required or expected for the position, would the NFL consider paying a salary or rate near the higher end of the range.

$95,000 - $110,000 USD

Benefits Information

The NFL offers comprehensive benefits. Benefits details are available on the NFL benefits page.

NO RELOCATION ASSISTANCE WILL BE PROVIDED.

The NFL is committed to building an inclusive work environment that reflects our incredible fan base. We provide an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all employees and applicants without regard to status as protected by applicable federal, state, and local laws.

All applicants will be considered for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other protected status.