Brand Partnerships Associate

Introduction:Art of Procurement is where procurement leaders learn from each other, through our digital media, in-person events, and ProcureTech100, our provider intelligence program. You will work directly with our two founders to win and grow the brand partners who want to reach that audience. It is a first seat in sales with a clear path to a senior one. What you'll do:Prospect new partners and run outbound for digital media, ProcureTech100, and Catalyst eventsQualify inbound inquiries and book the right meetings for the foundersBuild tailored proposals and renewals using our Brand Partnership GuideOwn follow-up after every meeting and proposal, and keep the CRM accurateCoordinate partner programs and report results back to partnersBe at AOP events to manage the partner experience and deepen relationshipsUse AI daily for research, outreach and workflows, and find smarter ways to work How the role grows:First 30 days: CRM, renewal paperwork and inbound qualification are yours. Shadow the founders on as many sales calls as possibleFirst 60 days: running outbound for one program and booking first meetingsFirst 90 days: building pipeline to a target set for your start date, and drafting proposalsAfter a full sales cycle: closing smaller deals on your own, with a path to Brand Partnerships Manager Who you are:0 to 2 years in a client-facing role, internships includedA self-starter who finishes what you start without being chasedStrong relationship instincts and clear, concise writingPersonable and professional, on screen and in personFluent with AI from hands-on use, and clear on how it makes you better at the jobOrganized, curious about how businesses buy, and a good collaboratorSet on becoming a senior sales professional, and coachableBased in the USA, ideally in Eastern or Central time zonesNice to have: procurement or supply chain exposure; B2B media, events or SaaS experience. Compensation:$60,000 to $70,000 base salary, depending on experience, plus a performance bonus based on pipeline built and deals closed.