Director, Partnership Solutions

About the role

The Director, Partnership Solutions serves as a senior strategic leader within the Corporate Partnerships department, responsible for driving revenue growth, shaping partnership strategy, and delivering innovative, data-driven solutions that maximize value for the Arizona Cardinals and its corporate partners.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing Partnership Solutions team, establishing clear priorities, accountability, and opportunities for professional growth and advancement.
• Oversee department workflows, strategic planning initiatives, and resource allocation to ensure alignment with Corporate Partnership revenue goals and organizational priorities.
• Serve as a key strategic partner to Corporate Partnership leadership, contributing to long-term planning, revenue strategy, operational efficiencies, and department-wide initiatives.
• Foster a collaborative and innovative team culture focused on creativity, excellence, and continuous improvement.
• Drive the development of innovative, insight-led partnership platforms and integrated marketing programs.
• Develop breakthrough partnership concepts and scalable activation platforms that align with partner objectives, strengthen brand alignment, and maximize organizational revenue opportunities.
• Manage and prioritize the department’s strategic and creative pipeline, ensuring efficient execution, resource optimization, and alignment with business priorities and timelines.
• Partner with leadership and stakeholders across Marketing, Digital, Social, Game Presentation, Community Relations, Events, Operations, and other departments to develop integrated partner solutions and ensure alignment with Club initiatives and priorities.
• Support the Partnership Marketing team through the development of strategic renewal materials, upsell opportunities, valuation frameworks, and data-driven recommendations that enhance partner retention and growth.
• Oversee Corporate Partnership inventory strategy and management processes, ensuring accurate tracking, optimization, and alignment with organizational and revenue priorities.
• Lead departmental reporting and analytical processes, including inventory analysis, valuation tracking, market research, and league reporting requirements, ensuring timely and accurate deliverables.
• Identify and implement process improvements, operational efficiencies, and scalable workflows that enhance collaboration, communication, and overall departmental effectiveness.
• Support additional strategic initiatives and organizational priorities as assigned by Partnerships Leadership.

Qualifications/Requirements

• Education: Bachelor's degree preferably Marketing or Sports Management, or equivalent experience.
• Experience: At least seven (7) years of full-time professional experience.
• Ability to meet deadlines, handle and prioritize simultaneous requests, manage laterally and upwards, all with a professional and courteous attitude.
• Ability to work collaboratively with a variety of stakeholders, consultants, and vendors.
• Excellent business communication skills.
• Outstanding analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong work ethic and drive to improve.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays; hours may vary depending on business needs.
• Must complete all pre-employment forms and successfully pass a background check.

Benefits/Perks

The Cardinals benefits offer care, protection, and support for employees and their loved ones. The benefits and perks include, but are not limited to:

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance options; effective the first day of hire
• 401(k) retirement option with employer match contribution
• Paid Time Off Accruals (including sick time accruals)
• Paid Time Off for most Federal holidays
• Time off for Maternity, Paternity, Military, and Bereavement
• MDLIVE: 24/7 medical support
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) & Health Care Saving Account options
• Discounts on Cardinals gear & paraphernalia
• Tuition reimbursement & Professional Growth opportunities
• Daily free lunch
• Complimentary season tickets
• Subsidized gym memberships

The Arizona Cardinals Football Club is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, gender identity, marital or veteran status, or any other protected class.