Partnership Marketing Specialist

Title: Partnership Marketing Specialist

Department: Partnership Services

Reports To: Manager, Global Partnership Activation

FLSA Status: Full-Time, Non-Exempt

Job Summary: This position is responsible for supporting the execution and optimization of corporate partnerships in all areas including, but not limited to, day-to-day partner relationships, activating sponsorship assets, sales assist, and delivering measurable value through data-driven strategies and fan-first experiences. The ideal candidate combines project management skills with a passion for innovation, storytelling, and collaborative problem-solving in a fast-paced sports and entertainment environment.

Key Responsibility Areas:

- Account Management and Activation

- Collaborate with internal departments (content, creative, social, legal, ticketing, business intelligence, social responsibility) to ensure timely and effective execution of partnership assets

- Coordinate Partnership Marketing hospitality and event logistics

- Assist in partner activation with Partner Account Managers

- Help support daily tasks of Corporate Partnerships department: assist with presentations (recaps and proposals), update season spreadsheets, follow up on in-house partner activations and contribute to partner brainstorming meetings

- Coordinate Partnership Marketing events in-arena and in the community

- Create/Assist with Partnership Marketing proposals, PowerPoint and Canva decks, future technology and recaps

- Support development of partnership marketing strategies aligned with partner objectives and audience behavior trends

- Assist in researching and understanding the National and Northern California media marketplace including television, radio, print, etcResearch would include creating PowerPoint/word/excel documents highlighting key findings and trends.

- Perform research on key prospects including company organization structure, brand positioning, current marketing efforts, & key decision makers.

- Assist Sr. Director in budget reports, POs and invoice process. Includes managing department expense budget.

- Various other projects and duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

- B.A./B.S. college degree preferred.

- 2-4 years of corporate sponsorship and/or sales experience; sports sponsorship preferred.

- Strong organizational skills and resourcefulness.

- Ability to work independently, meet deadlines and anticipate projects.

- Must have in-depth working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Canva, Photoshop, and Outlook.

- Preferred proficiency in reporting tools such as Salesforce, CRM & Inventory Management Platforms, Nielsen, Zoomph, Tableau

- Must have strong interpersonal communication skills.

- Service oriented; committed to teamwork and catering to the customer.

- Capable of working extended hours such as overtime, nights, weekends, and holidays as necessary.

Compensation & Total Rewards:

We offer a comprehensive suite of benefits designed to support your health, financial well-being, and work-life balance, including:

- Base Salary Range: $45,000–$50,000

- Medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and eligible dependents

- 401(k) with company matching contributions

- Paid Time Off, plus 11 paid holidays, and Summer Fridays

- Paid parental leave

- Cell phone allowance

- Company-paid life insurance and long-term disability coverage

- Employee Assistance Program and wellness resources

- Sacramento Kings home game tickets, concert access, Team Store discounts, parking, and other exclusive team member perks!