Manager, Partnership Marketing (International Properties)

About the role

The Manager, Partnership Marketing for Major League Soccer/Soccer United Marketing is responsible for the day-to-day execution of all activities within assigned Partner Accounts. As the key account person, the Manager is responsible for delivering the highest level of client service while at the same time acting as an MLS/SUM consultant to ensure that effective programs are created and implemented across the enterprise.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day communication with select clients, including: Leading weekly calls, Collaborating with internal departments on partners programs as needed, Addressing issues and providing solutions to meet partner needs, Oversight of asset delivery, Serving as an internal expert and resource on managed partners, Facilitating special requests as needed
• Proactively generate new ideas for new sponsorship opportunities to grow partner business including in-game elements and retail promotions
• Fiscally responsible for the day-to-day management of program budgets and ensuring that sponsor promotions are within budget
• Creative strategist with the ability to provide solutions that address client needs
• Strong understanding of sports and entertainment sponsorships, including promotions, events, media and contracts, with a focus on the Hispanic fan segment
• Experience managing a direct report preferred
• High-level of commitment to a quality work product and organizational ethics, integrity and compliance
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, team environment
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to effectively communicate, both verbally and in writing
• Meticulous with the ability to multi-task and meet deadlines with minimal supervision

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree required
• 5+ years of experience in strategic brand and partnership marketing required
• Proficiency communicating (verbal and written) in business level Spanish required
• Experience managing large-scale partnerships and the planning and execution of activation programs
• Strong understanding of sports and entertainment sponsorships, including promotions, events, media and contracts, with a focus on the Hispanic fan segment
• Experience managing a direct report preferred

Qualifications

• Knowledge of the sport of soccer
• Desired Skills: Prior management of a direct report preferred

Skills

• Proficiency in Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook

Benefits

Total Rewards: Major League Soccer offers a competitive starting base salary of $80,000 - $88,500, based on individual qualifications, market financials, and operational business needs. We are committed to providing a Total Rewards package that attracts, supports, engages, and retains talent. Our benefits package includes comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, a $500 wellness reimbursement, and generous Holiday and PTO schedule to promote work-life balance. We also prioritize career and professional development, offering on-the-job training, feedback, and ongoing educational opportunities.

Pay

$80,000 - $88,500 based on individual qualifications, market financials, and operational business needs

Schedule

Four (4) day in-office schedule, with the flexibility to work remotely one (1) day each week, based on business and department needs