Manager, Partnership Marketing

At RCX Sports, we proudly serve as the premier youth sport operating partner for the NFL, NHL, MLS, MLB, NBA, and WNBA. We provide officially licensed uniforms, comprehensive resources, and dedicated support, empowering league operators to run the very best youth sports leagues and events in their communities. Our mission is grounded in the transformative power of sports. We're dedicated to ensuring every child has the opportunity to play the game they love. By empowering league operators to effectively run and maintain their programming season after season, we're committed to making youth sports accessible and inclusive for all. As Manager, Partnership Marketing, you will play a key role in driving sponsorship revenue and managing corporate relationships that fuel our growth. Reporting to the Director of Partnership Marketing, you will be responsible for developing, pitching, and activating sponsorship opportunities with local, national, and international partners. This role requires strong relationship management, creative problem solving, and operational excellence to ensure partnerships deliver measurable value to both RCX Sports and our sponsors. Job Responsibilities: • Partner with the Director of Partnership Marketing to define sponsorship strategy, identify growth opportunities, and build a roadmap for activation success. • Generate new business by prospecting and securing sponsorships with local companies, national brands, and agencies. • Develop, present, and negotiate sponsorship proposals that align with partner objectives while maximizing RCX Sports' brand value. • Manage all aspects of sponsorship activation, ensuring deliverables are executed on time, on budget, and to a high standard of quality. • Cultivate and maintain long-term relationships with partners, leveraging internal and external networks, events, and industry contacts while showcasing partnership opportunities. • Collaborate cross-functionally with marketing, events, operations, league success, and creative teams to execute integrated campaigns. • Utilize project management systems and CRM tools to manage pipelines, track progress, and report on partnership performance metrics. • Foster community-based partnerships with schools, recreation departments, and other organizations critical to league success. • Perform other duties as assigned in support of department and organizational goals. Education and Experience: • Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Sports Management, or related field (required); MBA preferred. • Minimum of 4-6 years of experience in partnership marketing, sponsorship sales, or brand activation. • Demonstrated success building and managing sponsorship pipelines and achieving sales targets. • Experience in sports or entertainment industries (youth sports experience is a plus). • Strong creative mindset with the ability to develop and adapt strategic proposals to meet partner goals. • Proven expertise in relationship building, negotiation, and closing deals. • Excellent communication and presentation skills with experience interacting with key stakeholders. • Strong understanding of integrated marketing (digital, social, event-based campaigns). • Advanced project management and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple initiatives simultaneously. • Proficiency with CRM and project management software. • Demonstrated ability to analyze partnership performance and present actionable insights. Additional Position Details: • Travel: Up to 25% of the time • Work Schedule: Monday - Friday (40 Hours per week) with occasional nights, weekends, and holidays • Compensation Structure: Expected starting salary- $78,000 - $83,000/year. This is a Full-Time Salaried position (OT-Exempt), paid semi-monthly. Our pay grades are determined by role, level, location, and alignment with market data. This position is eligible for an annual discretionary bonus & benefits including: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Disability, 401(k), Paid Parental Leave, Unlimited PTO, Monthly Wellness Expense Reimbursement and additional voluntary benefits. • Location: Hybrid - Roswell, GA - This position will regularly work at least 2 days per week on-site at the RCX Sports office in Roswell • Reports to: Director of Partnership Marketing • Supervisory Responsibilities: This position may oversee full-time reports in the future Benefits & Perks: • Stay Healthy: Enroll in comprehensive benefits & insurance plans with no waiting period • Be Well: Expense up to $65 per month for health & wellness • Maximize Savings: Contribute to your 401k retirement savings with company matching • Be Comfortable: Enjoy a relaxed casual dress code • Take Time: Enjoy a variety of time off benefits including Unlimited PTO and paid Parental Leave • Stay Connected: Work equipment (laptop and monitor) provided by RCX Sports plus, expense up to $350 towards the purchase of a personal use laptop, tablet, or computer Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: RCX Sports is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and team members without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, citizenship, veteran status, genetic information or any other status protected by applicable federal, state or local law. We will make reasonable accommodations when necessary for team members and applicants with disabilities or handicaps, provided the individual is otherwise qualified to perform the job's essential functions. Likewise, RCX Sports will comply with all legal requirements relating to accommodating religious beliefs and practices. If you believe that you require an accommodation, please contact Human Resources. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. 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