Coordinator, Partnership Marketing

Tempe, AZ (On-site)

Salary Not AvailableMid Level2+ years expFull time

Posted 3 months ago

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Job Summary

Drive Corporate Partnerships activation for the Arizona Cardinals, managing partner relations, events, and ROI tracking across cross-functional teams.

  • Own partner activation, events, and fulfillment across corporate sponsorships.
  • Must-have: 1–2 years in client account management or sponsorship.
  • Standout: Cross-functional coordination with marketing, stadium ops, and content.

Job Description

Responsibilities

  • Manage the execution and activation of the Club's corporate partnerships.
  • Assist in various special projects and events, while collaborating with all key stakeholders to advance the goals and priorities of the Arizona Cardinals organization.
  • Develop a clear understanding of partners' individual business goals and initiatives and strategize team opportunities to maximize.
  • Consistently identify new ways of generating incremental revenue through account upsell and renewal discussions.
  • Work closely with marketing/promotions, entertainment, and community relations departments to develop and implement successful promotions, charitable events, and entertainment features to ensure they meet corporate partner goals and objectives and provide maximum return on investment.
  • Assist with maintaining records of all asset implementation including promotions, artwork deadlines and due dates, events/functions, and communications.
  • Assist with production of corporate partner ROI reports that include a detailed proof of performance of all activities including documentation of all sponsorship deliverables - signage, radio & TV spots, promotional activity and results, VIP parties, tickets, program/media guide ads, and any and all marketing/sponsorship assets.
  • Develop strong business relationships with existing and potential corporate partners.
  • Effectively communicate across all areas of the company including but not limited to sales, marketing, content, community relations, team charities, ticketing, and finance departments
  • Support the planning and execution of Corporate Partnerships events in collaboration with the Corporate Partnerships team
  • Coordinate and execute partner fulfillment across events, including private partner events, co-branded community initiatives, and in-stadium activations
  • Execute Partnership Marketing events across community, stadium, and facility platforms (e.g., Employee Combines, Youth Camps, Fantasy Football, Partner Engagement events)
  • Provide on-site support and leadership for pre-game hospitality, partner activations, and premium experiences at Cardinals home games and key events
  • Assist in the day-to-day management of partner accounts, with the opportunity to lead select accounts under the guidance of senior team members
  • Serve as a primary point of contact for assigned partners (as applicable), supporting communication, activation planning, and overall account coordination
  • Track and manage timelines, assets, and deliverables to ensure partners receive all contracted elements
  • Collaborate with internal departments (marketing, stadium operations, content) and external vendors to support seamless execution
  • Assist in developing event recaps by coordinating content capture (photo/video) and compiling proof of performance for partners
  • Coordinate scheduling and fulfillment of talent-related partnership obligations (e.g., cheerleaders, Big Red)
  • Assist in the planning and execution of corporate partner hospitality programs, including road trips and premium experiences

Requirements

  • Education: A bachelor’s degree in marketing, management, or communications, or equivalent experience
  • Experience: At least 1-2 years of client account management or sponsorship experience preferred
  • Skills in client service or account management with an emphasis in professional sports team or with an advertising agency.
  • Strong understanding of Microsoft Outlook, Power Point, Word, and CRM.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Strong understanding of client service, marketing and sports and event sponsorship programs.
  • Strong time management and organizational skills.
  • Ability to multi-task and work under tight deadlines.
  • Self-motivated and able to work independently.
  • Demonstrate flexibility and creative problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to develop outstanding internal and external business relationships.
  • Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays; hours may vary depending on business needs.
  • Must complete all pre-employment forms and successfully pass a background check.

    Benefits

    • Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance options; effective the first day of hire
    • 401 (k) retirement option with employer match contribution
    • P aid Time Off Accruals (including sick time accruals)
    • P aid Time Off for most Federal holidays
    • Time off for Maternity, Paternity, Military, and Bereavement
    • MDLIVE: 24/7 medical support
    • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) & Health Care Saving Account options
    • Discounts on Cardinals gear & paraphernalia
    • Tuition reimbursement & Professional Growth opportunities
    • Daily free lunch
    • Complimentary season tickets
    • Subsidized gym memberships
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    Phoenix, Arizona, USA
    769 employees (180 in marketing)

    Traffic Signals

    Monthly Visitors
    623.2K
    Monthly Google Ads Budget
    $2.4K
    Traffic Source Mix
    Search
    40.2%
    Direct
    50.2%
    Referral
    7.6%
    Social
    1.6%
    Paid
    0.2%

    Headcount Trend

    Current headcount: ~769

    Marketing Team

    Marketing Team Size
    155 (20% of company)

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