Account Executive, Partnership Marketing - Vancouver, Canada - Vancouver Whitecaps FC

Vancouver Whitecaps FC
Vancouver Whitecaps FC
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Position Title:

Account Executive, Partnership Marketing (Maternity Leave)**
Location:788 Beatty Street, Vancouver, BC V6B 2M1**
Terms:Full-time, Temporary**
Reports to:Director, Partnership Marketing**The Whitecaps FC mission is To Unite and Inspire Our Communities.

We are looking for a new team member to join Vancouver Whitecaps FC in the position of
Account Executive, Partnership Marketing.

**The
Account Executive, Partnership Marketing is responsible for the planning and execution of all assigned partners' contractual elements, including traditional media assets, in-market promotions, in-arena activation, hospitality, experiential, and community programs


Role Responsibilities:

Manage the planning and execution of all assigned partners' contractual elements, including traditional media assets, in-market promotions, in-arena activation, hospitality, experiential, and community programs

  • Assist in managing the execution of all partners' contractual elements, including in stadium elements such as LED minutes, field signage and in stadium graphics
  • Maintain superb working relationships with all partnership contacts and ensure a high level of partner satisfaction
  • Contribute to club revenue goals by assisting in all facets of the renewal process, including but not limited to; developing a strategic plan, leading meetings, discussions, & negotiations, creating detailed upsell opportunities
  • Track reporting metrics for partner deliverables and activations and prepare year end reports
  • Be the conduit between partnerships marketing and marketing team to manage design assets and get creative approvals
  • Manage partner player appearances as required
  • Provide support for all partner events as required
  • Assist with on site activation, production and/or hospitality responsibilities for all home games

Qualifications/Experience:


  • Must be legally entitled to work in Canada
  • The ability to build and maintain strong relationships in order to consistently maximize growth, and meet/exceed targets
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills including public speaking to small and large groups at all levels of an organization
  • Strong understanding of industry trends to enable the effective position of partnership opportunities
  • Proven ability to engage with a range of internal and external partners to achieve objectives
  • Ability to assess opportunities and risks to make sound decisions
  • 23 Years of Sales, Marketing, or Event Management experience
  • Postsecondary experience with Marketing, Business or related disciplines is an asset
  • Experience with CRM is an asset
  • Knowledge of, or prior experience working within sports (pro or amateur) is an asset
  • A passion for soccer, sport, and a strong understanding of the North American soccer scene is an asset
  • Selfstarter who works well in a team environment
  • Flexible schedule and ability to work unconventional hours including weekends and game nights

Benefits:


  • Centrally located office at Terry Fox Plaza, downtown Vancouver
  • Training and support available to help develop your career
  • Heavily discounted game day tickets
  • Become involved with Vancouver's most exciting sporting environment
  • Business casual dress code
We thank all applicants for their interest, however only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

No recruiters or agencies, please.
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