Senior Marketing Manager (Contract)

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the planning and tactical rollout of both online and experiential marketing initiatives tied to major soccer moments this year.
• Collaborate with the marketing team to develop strategies and integrated marketing plans that solidify our position as the premier destination for Everything Soccer.
• Act as a bridge between creative, digital, sales and merchandising teams to ensure all projects are delivered on time, on brand and on budget.
• Provide bandwidth where needed to marketing leadership to allow the core team to remain focused on daily operations.

Qualifications

• Experience: 7+ years of marketing experience, ideally within the sports retail industry. Experience with soccer-specific marketing is a massive plus and strong knowledge of the game is required.
• Proven Execution: A track record of managing event activations.
• Analytical & Creative: Ability to analyze data, as well as balance data-driven decision-making with creative storytelling that resonates with the soccer community.
• Adaptability: Comfortable jumping into a project mid-stream and providing immediate value.
• Communication: Exceptional interpersonal skills with the ability to manage expectations across various internal departments.

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Business, Marketing, Sports Management, or a related field. MBA is a plus.

Work Environment & Requirements

• Hybrid Schedule: This role requires a minimum of 3 days per week in our Hillsborough, NC office to ensure seamless collaboration with our creative and merchandising hubs.
• Timeline: This is a fixed-term contract lasting between 4 to 6 months, depending on project needs and performance.
• Travel: Must hold a valid driver’s license and be comfortable with domestic and international travel (estimated 15%+).