Brand Activation Manager

Pinehurst, NC (On-site)

$97K/yr – $143K/yrMid Level3+ years expFull time

Posted 3 months ago

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Job Summary

Lead Golf Pride’s retail marketing and event activations for top golf retailers and major experiences.

  • Own retail marketing programs for key accounts and in-store activations.
  • Must-have: 3+ years marketing and 1+ year retail marketing experience.
  • Standout: Brand stewardship across channels and cross-functional collaboration.

Job Description

Responsibilities

  • Retail Marketing & Key Account Support
  • Develop and execute retail marketing strategies that drive consumer engagement and sales at key accounts including Dick’s Sporting Goods, Golf Galaxy, and PGA Tour Superstore.
  • Focus on top-performing green grass retail locations to elevate Golf Pride’s presence and drive premium consumer experiences.
  • Collaborate with sales and account teams to create customized marketing programs aligned with each retailer’s goals and Golf Pride’s brand standards.
  • Manage in-store merchandising, POP displays, and promotional campaigns to ensure consistent brand representation.
  • Monitor and analyze retail performance metrics to optimize marketing efforts and ROI.
  • Support and manage retail systems that deliver marketing tools, assets, and brand materials to key accounts and green grass stores, ensuring easy access and consistent execution across locations.
  • Event Activation & Management
  • Lead the planning and execution of Golf Pride brand activations at golf events, tournaments, and experiential marketing opportunities.
  • Manage corporate Golf Pride events, ensuring alignment with brand objectives and delivering high-impact experiences for internal and external audiences.
  • Coordinate with external partners, vendors, and event organizers to ensure seamless brand presence and consumer engagement.
  • Oversee logistics, staffing, and on-site execution to deliver high-quality brand experiences.
  • Capture and report on event performance, consumer feedback, and brand impact.
  • Brand Consistency & Standards
  • Ensure all marketing and activation efforts adhere to Golf Pride’s brand guidelines, tone, and visual identity.
  • Serve as a brand steward, reviewing creative assets and messaging for consistency across channels and touchpoints.
  • Train and support retail and event teams on brand standards and activation best practices.
  • Cross-Functional & External Collaboration
  • Work closely with internal teams including Brand Marketing, Product, Sales, and Creative to align activation strategies with broader brand initiatives.
  • Collaborate effectively with external creative partners, agencies, and vendors to develop compelling marketing and activation concepts.

Requirements

  • Bachelors degree from an accredited institution
  • 3+ years of marketing experience
  • 1+ year of retail marketing experience
  • Must be authorized to work in the US without company sponsorship now and in the future.

Preferred

  • Experience working with a sports brand, ideally in golf
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