Coordinator, National Partnership Management

LEARFIELD is actively seeking a Coordinator, National Partnership Management. Our ideal candidate will provide execution, strategic direction & oversight of assigned LEARFIELD National Partnerships.

Responsibilities

• Coordination with Sales Acceleration on the management of the KORE database system
• Deliver value to the partner through thoughtful planning and execution that meet and exceed goals
• Implements processes/procedures to monitor, review and report on all partnership activity and results
• Serving as a primary resource within LEARFIELD Partnership Management team
• Development of best practices across multiple LEARFIELD properties
• Apply strategic insights and research to marketing and execution plans
• Following and supporting LEARFIELD policies and procedures
• Communication with properties, agencies, and internal leadership to develop plans or solutions for partners
• Serves as a liaison with partners and LEARFIELD internal constituents on assigned partners
• Point of contact for day-to-day contacts and agency teams
• Manage the fulfillment and activation of contractual assets for designated accounts
• Work to foster positive employee relations and teamwork by:
• Develop reports related to partnership fulfillment and capture proof of performance, ensuring delivery on all partnership assets
• Performs other duties as assigned
• Create contracts, action plans, recaps and renewal proposals & input contracts into our KORE database system
• Participating in internal training and development programs
• Execution, strategic direction & oversight of assigned LEARFIELD National Partnerships
• Consistent Client and internal communication to ensure seamless support and creative execution
• Communicating effectively with all operating units

Qualifications

• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
• Detail orientation with the ability to multi-task and handle multiple projects with varying deadlines
• Previous experience with marketing, strategy, branding, and research in agency, sports, or sponsorship landscape preferred
• A strong understanding of the partnership landscape in sports, entertainment, and cause-related initiatives
• Desire to develop self and others' performance in current role and to prepare for future roles; seeks and provides feedback and coaching to enhance performance
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of industry trends, activation best practices and new and emerging media marketing efforts
• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience in applicable field
• Experience managing day-to-day relationships with partners, agency(s) and vendors preferred
• 1+ years of experience in partnership service or marketing partnerships

LEARFIELD is the leading media and technology services company in intercollegiate athletics. The company unlocks the value of college sports for brands and fans through an omnichannel platform with innovative content and commerce solutions for fan engagement. Headquartered in Plano, Texas, the company has long had the privilege of being an advocate for intercollegiate athletics and the student-athlete experience. Our suite of services includes licensing and multimedia sponsorship management; publishing, audio, digital and social media; data analytics; ticketing, ticket sales and professional concessions expertise; branding; and campus-wide business and sponsorship development.

Our people-friendly culture is a hallmark of our style and approach to business and is rooted in values demonstrating intentional and active care for other people. The company and its employees strive each day to live by the company's value statement: "build the team, grow the company, have fun, love and serve others."

LEARFIELD offers a full spectrum of benefits for eligible employees including Medical, Dental, Vision, Health Savings Account, Life Insurance, Disability and Other Insurance Plans, Flexible Paid Time Off (including Parental Leave), Paid Holidays, 401(k), and Short/Long Term Disability.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status. LEARFIELD is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Female / Minority / Disability / Protected Veteran / Sexual Orientation / Gender Identity.

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