Sr. Manager/Manager, Corporate Partnerships (Penn State University)

About the role

Playfly Sports is seeking a Manager, Corporate Partnerships to join the team at Penn State University. The ideal candidate should be driven, coachable, and have 5+ years of direct sales experience in sponsorship sales/corporate partnerships within collegiate or professional sports.

Responsibilities

• Aid in developing and executing a sales plan
• Identify potential sponsors through networking and research
• Create sales presentations and contracts
• Develop key marketing objectives with clients
• Represent the university sports property professionally
• Research sports sponsorship industry trends
• Leverage Playfly business units for new business areas
• Prospect, meet, and close new and renewal corporate sponsorships

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required
• Experience with integrated and conceptual sales
• Outstanding communication skills
• Demonstrated professional sales presentation skills
• Frequent travel required

Qualifications

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
• Sedentary role
• Available for game days and evening athletic events
• Available to travel for client presentations

Skills

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to generate and present ideas/concepts
• Understanding of sports sponsorship industry trends
• Knowledge of Playfly business units

Benefits

Playfly Sports offers a competitive compensation package, including a comprehensive benefits program that includes health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off.

Pay

The salary range for this position is $60,000 - $80,000 annually, commensurate with experience.

Schedule

This role is based in State College, PA or can be performed remotely.