Partnership Marketing Specialist

Responsibilities

• Foster strong relationships with partners, focusing on activation elements and supporting project management to enhance overall partnerships.
• The specialist will manage 10 -15 partners as well as support the Partnership Marketing Managers with Rose City Partners.
• Support with onboarding new partners and provide ongoing support, with a focus on proactive communication and problem-solving to address challenges before they arise.
• Represent partner interests across the organization, finding balanced solutions that benefit partners, the company, and key fans and stakeholders.
• Ensure partners fully understand the terms of their agreements and how to leverage all assets included in their deals.
• Gain in-depth knowledge of assigned partners’ products, services, and industries to better support their needs.
• Recognize opportunities to grow partner business spend and identify potential risks of non-renewal, addressing concerns proactively.
• Collaborate with Partnership Development and Partnership Strategy teams to develop retention strategies and upsell initiatives on a quarterly basis.
• Coordinate partnership marketing activations and special events, ensuring deliverables are executed effectively and aligned with partner objectives.
• Manage multiple projects and activation timelines simultaneously, keeping internal stakeholders and external partners informed of progress and next steps.

Requirements

• Hold a bachelor’s degree in marketing, communications, business administration, sports management, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• Have demonstrated experience in partnerships , marketing, client relationship management, special events, client services, or related field
• Display great customer service skills , with experience presenting to diverse groups
• Possess strong interpersonal skills, including written and oral communication
• Possess knowledge of the sports industry or other brand collaboration partnerships
• Are committed to supporting and participating in a diverse and inclusive environment.

Preferred

• Experience managing client or partner relationships and coordinating projects, activations or events.
• Experience using KORE or other partnership asset inventory or sponsorship management software.
• Experience using project management platforms such as Wrike, Asana, Monday.com, or similar tools.

Benefits

• Salary Range: starting at $28.00 per hour
• Competitive Healthcare Coverage
• Retirement Plan
• Paid Maternal & Parental Leave
• Flexible Time Off (3 weeks + 11 holidays)
• Wellness Perks
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Free Parking + Discounted Mass Transit Passes
• Discounted & Complimentary Tickets
• Ongoing Learning & Development