Manager, Partnerships & Experiences

Intersport; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Parental leave

401(k) with company match

Commissions

Job summary

Intersport, a leading agency in Chicago, seeks a Manager in Partnerships & Experiences to own client strategies and deliverables across sports and entertainment partnerships. You will lead cross-functional teams, manage client relationships, and drive activation and program development to meet brand objectives.

The role requires 4–6 years in marketing, strong leadership, and a hands-on approach to project management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage client relationships and cross-functional teams.
• Develop strategic recommendations for partnerships and sponsorships.
• Ensure quality assurance on asset utilization and activation plans.
• Coordinate client calls and meetings.

Skills

Marketing experience 4–6y

Partnership marketing

Experiential marketing

Multi-project management

Sports/Entertainment culture

Creative thinking

Prioritization & time management

Fast-paced work quality

Independent and team work

Client liaison experience

Written & oral communication

Travel readiness (2–5 days)

Professional demeanor

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Background

Location: Chicago, IL (303 E Wacker Dr., Suite 2200)

Type: Full-time, permanent position

Division: Partnerships & Experiences

Reports to: SVP – Partnerships & Experiences

Overview

Intersport is an award-winning agency that fills the empty space between marketing campaigns and consumers – helping brands make more meaningful connections. Our industry-leading team includes 200+ team members supporting 50+ clients with services spanning content production, experiential and event marketing, hospitality, brand and partnership consulting, creative, social and digital marketing, and platform development. We also own and operate event properties across the professional and collegiate sports landscape, focused on sports including basketball, football, golf, pickleball, and volleyball.

Intersport is seeking to add a smart and driven Manager level marketer to its Partnerships & Experiences team. The P&E team is integral to providing existing clients with a variety of solutions to help them reach their business and brand objectives. The Manager is responsible for a range of aspects of partnership marketing-focused deliverables and strategy. The Manager is expected to assist on various aspects of an existing business as well as lead select new business-related projects and should be someone seeking ownership and corresponding accountability for responsibilities spanning a range of partnership-related needs.

Responsibilities

General

• Embody Intersport’s performance-based culture and commit him/herself and team to the highest standards
• Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams to deliver executional excellence

Client Management & Communication

• Demonstrate a thorough understanding and a passion for your client’s business, industry, consumers, and competitors
• Establish oneself as a trusted strategic business partner to the client and agency partners
• Demonstrate leadership and presence in meetingsand client interaction and be able to present to clients persuasively
• Develop and maintain productive client relationships
• Lead the coordination of regularly occurring conference calls with clients

Program & Project Management

• Create and maintains administrative documents in a clear, concise and detailed manner for client and agency backup including points of view, recaps, reporting, agendas, and timelines
• Manage the creative and production briefing process
• Manage legal process such as contract administration
• Produce research and competitive analysis
• Contribute in brainstorming and idea generation sessions with cross-functional teams
• Collaborate with internal Production and Creative Services teams on content creation to ensure consistency with the brand’s messaging priorities, goals, and aesthetic

Partnership Consulting

• Lead and assist in the management of various client-sponsored sports and entertainment property relationships
• Create strategic recommendation(s) in needed areas and/or for new opportunities and partnerships
• Provide oversight and quality assurance on partnership asset utilization, activation, and planning
• Keep a close eye on Client's competitors and industry trends/opportunities and create awareness to the wider team

Team Management

• Work collaboratively with all members of integrated internal and external teams

Salary and Benefits

The targeted salary range for this position is $55,000 to $80,000, depending on full-time, non-internship professional relevant experience. Manager requires 4 to 6 years’ experience.

This position includes medical, dental, vision, parental leave benefits and 401(k) with company match for qualified employees. This position will include a to-be-determined commissions structure.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required
• Four (4) to six (6) years’ experience in a marketing role at an agency, brand, media company, sports or entertainment property, or related organization
• Strong experience in partnership marketing and/or experiential marketing
• Ability to manage multiple programs/projects concurrently, inclusive of a detail oriented and organized approach
• Passion for sports, entertainment and lifestyle culture
• Well-rounded, creative thinker
• Application of superior prioritization and time-management skills
• Ability to produce high quality work at a fast pace
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Proactive, team player with a strong work ethic
• Previous experience with daily contact with clients and support teams
• Exemplary written and oral communication skills
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft PowerPoint and Word; proficiency in Excel
• Ability to travel for business on trips typically lasting between two to five days
• Polished, professional demeanor, projects confidence and enthusiasm for the business

Intersport is an Equal Opportunity Employer.