Manager, Sponsorship New Business

The Manager, Sponsorship New Business, is a key member of the Business Development team responsible for generating revenue by developing and selling integrated marketing partnerships for the NFL globally.

This position will work collaboratively across the NFL to identify partnerships that support key initiatives such as NFL FLAG, International growth, audience growth across youth, multicultural and women, and game innovation.

Given the new business focus of this position, we are seeking candidates with a demonstrated track record of independently sourcing, negotiating, and closing sponsorship or partnership deals, and who can quickly contribute to revenue growth.

Responsibilities: 

• Responsible for developing a global pipeline and executing partnerships with blue-chip brands to reach Sponsorship revenue goals 
• Cultivate global and local market category prospects through category analysis and market research, with a focus on international markets without a dedicated new business resource  
• Establish and build relationships with key external contacts (e.g., corporate decision makers at Fortune 500 companies and influencers in the sports marketing and agency world) 
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