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VP, Corporate Partnerships

  • Job
    Full-time
    Expert Level
  • Sales & Business Development
    Marketing
  • New York

AI generated summary

  • You need a Bachelor's degree, 10+ years in sponsorship sales, a strong network, sports industry knowledge, excellent communication skills, and proven account management experience.
  • You will manage client accounts, support sales teams, prospect new partners, conduct meetings, develop proposals, and mentor junior staff while identifying new sponsorship opportunities.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s Degree required
  • 10+ years of sales experience with a verifiable track record of success in sponsorship sales
  • Solid network of high-level contacts with both brands and rightsholders
  • Strong sports industry knowledge, specifically as it relates to sponsorships/commercial revenue programs
  • Excellent communication and presentation skills
  • Proven account management experience
  • Detail oriented with strong organizational and interpersonal skills
  • Multi-task in a fast-paced environment, with the ability to work solo or within a team atmosphere
  • Sports industry experience strongly desired
  • This role primarily takes place in an office setting
  • Occasional domestic and international travel required

Responsibilities

  • Manage Premier client accounts
  • Manage / Support Marquee Properties sales team
  • Identifying and soliciting new corporate partners
  • Cold call potential partners
  • Identify new sponsorable inventory
  • Conduct face-to-face sales meetings and presentations
  • Maintain and present client pipelines
  • Develop sales presentations and proposals
  • Travel domestically or internationally to meet with new or existing clients
  • Assist in securing new clients for both property representation & consulting / valuation engagements.
  • Provide support and development to junior sales staff
  • Other job-related duties as assigned

FAQs

Do we support remote work?

Yes, we offer a hybrid work arrangement.

What is the pay range for this position?

The pay range for this role is $200,000 to $225,000 plus commission.

Is there a requirement for travel in this role?

Yes, occasional domestic and international travel is required.

What qualifications are necessary for this position?

A Bachelor’s Degree is required, along with 10+ years of sales experience in sponsorship sales and a strong network of contacts within the industry.

What type of experience is preferred for candidates?

Sports industry experience is strongly desired, particularly related to sponsorships and commercial revenue programs.

Will I be managing a team in this role?

Yes, you will manage and support the Marquee Properties sales team as part of your responsibilities.

What are the primary responsibilities of this position?

The primary responsibilities include securing commercial revenue for the Premier Partnerships division, managing client accounts, identifying new corporate partners, and conducting sales meetings and presentations.

What qualities are important for a candidate in this position?

Important qualities include excellent communication and presentation skills, proven account management experience, detail orientation, strong organizational skills, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

What is the company’s stance on diversity and inclusion?

Playfly Sports is committed to creating a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace, ensuring everyone can thrive and contribute to meaningful change in our communities.

How can I request accommodations during the application process?

If you need reasonable accommodations to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact recruiting@playfly.com.

Fan Focused, Data Driven

Entertainment & Media
Industry
201-500
Employees
2020
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Fan Focused, Data Driven. Playfly Sports is a sports media, marketing and technology business centered around the team, league, brand, and network. Our belief in ‘Fandom as a Service’ and focusing on a consultative, data driven approach to reach, engage, monetize and measure fandom gives our property and brand partners a competitive advantage. Playfly operates a growing portfolio of multi-faceted fan-focused divisions with capabilities that include exclusive MMR management, media and sponsorship activation, custom creative and digital content production, valuation and consulting, and development of new revenue-driving platforms and technologies. Since its inception in 2020, Playfly Sports has grown to become a real force in the high school, collegiate, esports and pro sports sectors. We emerged with the goal of providing a new and different approach to navigating the sports industry. As the fan experience continues to rapidly evolve with the growth of digital streaming and fan engagement, the driving force behind our company is building a digitally enabled, full-service sports marketing business. Playfly Sports: Fan Focused, Data Driven.