What are the responsibilities and job description for the Account Manager, Corporate Partnerships position at San Diego Seals?
The Account Manager will lead the service and fulfillment of contractual elements, and maintain regular communication with corporate partners. The position will be filled by a motivated candidate who has exceptional project management and organization skills. Please apply only if you reside in San Diego (or can relocate immediately upon being offered the position), have reliable transportation, and meet the qualifications.
Job Responsibilities:
Job Responsibilities:
- Provide superior service and support to all corporate partners.
- Ensure proper fulfillment of all contractual elements in partner agreements.
- Create and maintain an assets calendar that includes all deliverables.
- Communicate clearly, regularly and efficiently with corporate partners.
- Order and track the progress of all partner signage and elements requiring fabrication.
- Work closely with the game operations team to maximize exposure and value for partners of in-arena assets.
- Produce a content calendar with the marketing and digital team to schedule the publication and promotion of partner’s digital and media elements.
- Manage partner activation at Seals off-site community events.
- Track elements and capture photos and videos to share with partners.
- Plan special events and host corporate partners and prospects.
- Coordinate billing and accounts receivable with the finance department so partners are current on payments.
- Generate comprehensive and appealing recap decks to summarize the exposure and value for partners.
- Serve as a leader in the department in the renewal process.
- Assist with the sales process in the generation of new revenue.
- Utilize a CRM platform to maintain accurate records of communication.
- Collaborate with counterparts within the League to share best practices and develop new strategies for the Seals.
- Additional duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Sports Management/Administration or related field, or equivalent work experience.
- Two (2) years of client services and account management experience in major league, minor league or collegiate athletics.
- A demonstrated track record of success in account management.
- Competency in CRM, with the ability to learn quickly.
- Infectious personality, someone who brings passion and enthusiasm and shares them with staff in and out of the department.
- Strong desire to be a valuable contributor within the local community.
- Priority of integrity and ethics.
- Excellent organizational skills, and a superior communicator.
- Desire to achieve greatness as part of a larger team.
- Willingness and flexibility to work long hours, including significant responsibilities on weekends and holidays.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Bilingual and affluent in English and Spanish.
- Knowledge of the National Lacrosse League and the sport of lacrosse.
EEO:
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, gender identity, marital or veteran status, or any other protected class.