Sports Marketing & Sponsorship Manager

Placements24; Paarl; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work

High-profile partnerships

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 client in Paarl is seeking a dynamic Sports Marketing & Sponsorship Manager to lead marketing campaigns and secure impactful sponsorships within the sports sector. The role blends strategic planning, creative campaign development, and on-the-ground execution to elevate brand visibility and engagement.

In this hybrid position, you will build relationships with athletes, teams, leagues, and corporate partners while shaping the market presence of our client and driving growth in sports

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business Administration, Communications, or a related field.
• Proven experience in sports marketing, sponsorship management, or brand activation.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and presentation skills.
• Strong understanding of the sports industry landscape and marketing trends.
• Proficiency in digital marketing tools and social media management platforms.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive marketing strategies for sports projects and events.
• Identify, cultivate, and manage sponsor relationships.
• Negotiate sponsorship agreements and deliverables.
• Create compelling marketing collateral and proposals for sponsorships.
• Oversee campaigns across digital, social, and traditional media.
• Analyze campaign performance and sponsorship ROI with reports and recommendations.

Skills

Sports marketing

Sponsorship management

Brand activation

Negotiation

Communication

Presentation skills

Digital marketing tools

Social media management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Marketing / Business / Communications

Tools

Social media management platforms

Digital marketing tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a dynamic and strategic Sports Marketing & Sponsorship Manager to join their team in Paarl. This role is responsible for developing and executing innovative marketing campaigns and securing impactful sponsorships to enhance brand visibility and drive engagement within the sports sector. You will be at the forefront of building relationships with key stakeholders, including athletes, teams, leagues, and corporate partners. This hybrid position requires a blend of strategic planning, creative campaign development, and on-the-ground execution, contributing significantly to the growth and influence of our client's sports initiatives. You will play a crucial role in shaping the market presence of our client.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive marketing strategies for sports-related projects and events.
• Identify, cultivate, and manage relationships with potential and existing sponsors and partners.
• Negotiate sponsorship agreements, ensuring mutually beneficial terms and deliverables.
• Create compelling marketing collateral, proposals, and presentations for sponsorship opportunities.
• Oversee the execution of marketing campaigns across various channels, including digital, social media, and traditional media.
• Analyze campaign performance and sponsorship ROI, providing regular reports and strategic recommendations.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business Administration, Communications, or a related field.
• Proven experience in sports marketing, sponsorship management, or brand activation.
• Demonstrated success in securing and managing corporate sponsorships.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and presentation skills.
• Strong understanding of the sports industry landscape and marketing trends.
• Proficiency in digital marketing tools and social media management platforms.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with performance-based bonuses.
• Hybrid work model offering flexibility and work-life integration.
• Opportunities to work with high-profile sports entities and brands.
• Professional development support and networking opportunities.
• A fast-paced and exciting work environment within the sports industry.