Manager, Sponsorship New Business

The role

The Manager, Sponsorship New Business develops and sells integrated marketing partnerships for the NFL globally. This role generates revenue by identifying partnerships that support initiatives like NFL FLAG, international growth, and game innovation.

What you will do

• Develop a global pipeline and execute partnerships with blue-chip brands
• Cultivate global and local market category prospects through research
• Establish and build relationships with corporate decision makers and influencers
• Pursue prospects through sales presentations, negotiation, and contract execution
• Contribute to cross-functional working groups to develop customized marketing platforms
• Develop and write strategic, customized presentations and partnership proposals
• Maintain sales pipeline and reporting documents
• Help manage Sponsorship Business Development Senior Coordinator contributions

Required qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree
• 5+ years of direct sponsorship sales experience at league, team, agency and/or company
• Hands-on experience leading the full new-business sales cycle, from prospecting through deal execution

Nice to have

• Excellent written and verbal communicator
• Ability to build trusted relationships and influence across all levels both internally and externally
• Proficient with MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits offerings

Before you apply

• NO RELOCATION ASSISTANCE WILL BE PROVIDED

About the company

The NFL is committed to building an inclusive work environment that reflects its fan base. The organization operates with core values of Respect, Integrity, Team Responsibility, and Resiliency.