Senior Manager, Partnership Marketing

Responsibilities

• Collaborating with the sales, external and leadership teams to ensure seamless execution of all partnership activation assets including, but not limited to, on-site activations, in-game promotions, match day signage, linear TV broadcast inventory, digital content, social media campaigns, retail promotions, e-commerce, experiential marketing, community events and corporate hospitality management
• Responsible for managing key accounts, building trust and strong relationships with business owners and C-level stakeholders from all levels of partnership with the goal of providing a first-class experiences, listening and being solutions oriented to help both the partners and club create and grow sustainable revenue streams for the long term.
• Organizing and maintaining assets and materials required for corporate partners’ promotions and recaps
• Tracking inventory, ensuring accurate stock levels, and facilitating logistics for marketing and sponsorship-related items clearing the way for new business development
• Actively take the lead in the renewal of your partnership accounts, by proactively managing relationships, understanding shifts in partner strategies, designing proposals based on need/performance, and taking proposals and contracts out early in planning cycle
• Assist the department at all NC Courage home games through general set-up responsibilities of sponsorship deliverables and fulfillment obligations
• Support the department in day-to-day tasks and undertake projects/activities as recommended by the Partnership Marketing team and Corporate Sales team
• Capturing and organizing proof of performance throughout the year for various sponsor activations, retail promotions, or events

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Sports Management, Business Administration, Marketing or a related field from an accredited college or university
• 5+ years of experience in sports or entertainment specializing in account management, marketing, promotions, sales, or related field, passion for soccer and women’s sports a plus
• Strong communication, organizational skills, with a polished level professionalism
• High level of adaptability and integrity in all that you do
• Positive, service-oriented attitude with superior attention to detail and customer service
• Ability to work flexible hours including occasional nights and weekends, as needed
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Outlook/Teams, Word/Excel/PowerPoint), CRM and inventory management systems (Salesforce, KORE, Sponsor CX), Ad tracking software (Blinkfire, Critical Mention), Creative software (Adobe, Canva) and Project Management tools (Asana) preferred
• Relationship Building

• Comprehensive Health Benefits. Choose between PPO or HSA options because your health matters on and off the pitch.
• Flexible PTO - We trust you to take the time you need to recharge, reset, and perform at your best. It’s simple: do great work, take great breaks.
• Work-From-Anywhere (2 weeks per year) - Whether it’s visiting family or a change of scenery, enjoy the flexibility to work remotely outside the Raleigh area twice a year.
• Hybrid Work – In office work environment with flexibility to work from home for the 2026 season. The perfect balance for productivity and connection.
• 401(k) - Build your future with our 401(k) plan. Enrollment eligibility starts at 3 months.
• Courage Swag - Rep the badge with pride. Staff receive exclusive team apparel and gear throughout the season plus 4 season tickets to share with friends & family.