REQ ID:  10777

LOCATION:  

New York, NY, United States of America(US), 10022

WORK OPTION: 4 days per week in New York, NY office

The NBA is committed to providing a safe and healthy workplace.  To safeguard our employees and their families, our visitors, and the broader community from COVID-19, and in consideration of recommendations from health authorities and the NBA’s own advisors, any individual working onsite in our New York and New Jersey offices must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. The NBA will discuss accommodations for individuals who cannot be vaccinated due to a medical reason or sincerely held religious belief, practice, or observance.

Group and Position Summary

The Benefits Department is responsible for designing and delivering innovative and market-leading plans and programs that meet current/future employees’/participants’ needs, stay within budget and support the NBA’s business priorities.  

This International Benefits and Mobility Lead is responsible for the ongoing review, communication, compliance and management of benefits programs (health and wellness, retirement and wellbeing programs) across the NBA’s Latin America, Europe, Middle East and African regions, and collaborates with the Head of Benefits and Wellbeing to develop and design programs. The role also plans and executes the tactics of the Global Mobility program, consisting of relocation, tax, and immigration, which are relevant to the US and all regional offices. In alignment with and in support of the Global Benefits and Compensation strategies, this role aids in recruiting, retention, and engagement of our talent, while meeting the needs of the growing business in the international markets. 

Major Responsibilities

• Benefits
  • Serve as the day-to-day administrator of the processes associated with the administration and management of health, welfare, retirement and other benefit programs for the NBA’s 10 regional offices. This includes enrolling/ disenrolling employees, benefit authorization and payments, benefit calculations, case reviews, data collection, and data processing, as well as benefits renewal support, plan design analysis, premium calculations, underwriting reviews, vendor performance evaluations, and ongoing vendor management. 
  • Manage operations of global benefit programs such as business travel medical policy and business travel accident policy.
  • Act as the benefits point person for offices such as Brazil, Canada, Mexico, and Spain. Manage annual benefits open enrollment activities for these regional offices.
  • Introduce, implement and manage global wellbeing initiatives and programs for 10 regional offices in partnership with regional HRBPs.
  • Support the implementation of new benefit and reward programs in new legal entities and existing offices, and establish new vendor relationships in these countries.
  • Support regional HR Business Partners on annual benefits open enrollment activities and with planning wellbeing events and initiatives aimed at promoting employee health and engagement.
  • Resolve employee questions and issues by interpreting benefit policies and procedures and coordinating with vendors/insurance companies.
  • Coordinate, update and create employee-facing communication materials for renewals, new hires, ongoing and new programs, and ad-hoc communications. 
  • Mange the International Benefits Slack channel.
• Mobility
  • Assist with all stages of the immigration process, including filing paperwork, maintaining case files, and ensuring compliance with labor regulations. This involves coordinating job postings and collecting forms for review with the Talent Acquisition team.
  • Track immigration status by requesting monthly reports from legal counsel and incorporating action items from meetings. Prepare quarterly reports detailing open cases and associated HR costs.
  • Help publish immigration documents that meet visa requirements, liaising with legal counsel as needed. Monitor and maintain filings according to USCIS guidelines and legal advice.
  • Manage the relocation portal as a back-up admin, granting access and generating quarterly spending reports. This may also involve filing relocation policy updates.
  • Manage mobility files (signed policy acknowledgements, policies, exceptions) stored locally.
  • Create detailed ad-hoc reports on relocation spending for HRBPs, Talent Acquisition, or managers upon request.
  • Conduct training sessions on relocation cost estimates and the initiation process for new Talent Acquisition hires or as needed.
• Other
  • Monitor international benefits mailbox and process all invoices.

Required Education/Professional Experience

• Bachelor's degree in HR, Business Administration, or a related field. 
• 3-5 years of human resource experience, preferably the area of benefits management
• Familiarity with health insurance and pension plans
• Previous direct experience with international benefits and working in an international environment.
• Professional certification in HR or employee benefits administration (e.g., CEBS, PHR, SPHR) is a plus.

Required Skills/Knowledge Attributes

• Ability to work with and understand benefit documents in Spanish.
• Basic knowledge of international benefits for at least 1-2 countries where the NBA has employees. 
• Strong technical skills; must be highly proficient in Excel (including knowledge of VLOOKUP and PIVOT tables) and PowerPoint; and have working knowledge of SharePoint.
• Knowledge of immigration, and tax regulations and compliance requirements is a plus.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with diverse teams and cultures. 
• Experience with vendor management.
• Ability to work independently and prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment; results oriented.
• Ability to effectively balance multiple projects at any given time and prioritize appropriately.
• Collaborative mindset and experience working in a matrixed environment. 
• Ability to drive toward measurable outcomes. 
• Knowledge of legal requirements and compliance.

Salary Range: $95,000 - $118,000

We Consider Applicants For All Positions On The Basis Of Merit, Qualifications And Business Needs, And Without Regard To Race, Color, National Origin, Religion, Sex, Gender Identity, Age, Disability, Alienage Or Citizenship Status, Ancestry, Marital Status, Creed, Genetic Predisposition Or Carrier Status, Sexual Orientation, Veteran Status, Familial Status, Status As A Victim Of Domestic Violence Or Any Other Status Or Characteristic Protected By Applicable Federal, State, Or Local Law.

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Become a Part of the NIKE, Inc. Team

NIKE, Inc. does more than outfit the world’s best athletes. It is a place to explore potential, obliterate boundaries and push out the edges of what can be. The company looks for people who can grow, think, dream and create. Its culture thrives by embracing diversity and rewarding imagination. The brand seeks achievers, leaders and visionaries. At NIKE, Inc. it’s about each person bringing skills and passion to a challenging and constantly evolving game.

With a mission to bring inspiration and innovation to every athlete* in the world, the power of sport is at the heart of NIKE’s DNA. The Social & Community Impact (SCI) team fulfills this mission through a sports-led community portfolio that engages partners, organizations, experts, NIKE internal teams and others to move the world and get kids active. Today, the world is moving less and less, and this generation of children is the least physically active ever. Leveraging our resources and ability to inspire, the SCI team engages the NIKE footprint, employees, consumers and the world to shift the paradigm of physical inactivity.

The annual base salary for this position ranges from $74,000.00 in our lowest geographic market to $166,200.00 in our highest geographic market. Actual salary will vary based on a candidate's location, qualifications, skills and experience.

Information about benefits can be found here.
 

This posting is for 2 positions within the Americas - Social & Community Impact Team.

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR

We are looking for a leader to join our Americas Social & Community Impact team focused on the Future of Youth Sports locally in Los Angeles. These roles will be responsible for implementing and coordinating key components of a local Los Angeles strategy by focusing on project management, coordination, and communication across multiple stakeholders. This person will engage with internal stakeholders and external Nike partners to ensure excellence in Nike’s partnership and program delivery.

An ideal candidate is passionate about Nike’s purpose priorities coming to life in the Los Angeles area, is an organized project manager with proven follow-through, has program management experience, understands Nike’s product creation and development process, and is a strong communicator. We are looking for a quick and eager learner, with an inclusive mindset, who can help the team be successful in making a positive impact. Be authentic, courageous, and inspired by the possibilities of the unknown. We will work together as one team, supporting each other in doing meaningful work, driving impact for diverse communities, and connecting to sport every day. 

WHAT YOU WILL WORK ON

If this is you, you’ll be working with the Americas Social & Community Impact team based in Los Angeles.

• Primarily, this role will lead in driving the Future of Youth Sport strategy across the Los Angeles Neighborhood initiative, communication with stakeholders from across the program development and marketplace process, budget management, event support, and working with external community partners.
• Leading initiatives focused on NIKE Inc.’s commitment to building inclusive communities at the intersection of Sport and Society in Los Angeles.
• Coordination with grantees from other SCI-led portfolios focused on getting kids active, inclusive community and employee engagement.
• Implement and manage an integrated approach to community development that connects back through a corporate responsibility lens, including investment and ongoing partner strategies that focus on the highest impact efforts while effectively responding to the immediate needs of partners internally and externally.
• Manage day-to-day relationships and SCI collaboration and integration opportunities with a cross-functional team in the LA office including but not limited to Brand marketing, city-based employee networks, and employee engagement moments.
• Planning and prioritizing work to meet commitments aligned with organizational goals at the global, geography, and city levels. 

A typical day/week will include performing work in support of a portfolio of community investments, including the following activities.

• Partner closely with the Social & Community Impact team and cross-functional teams on community-based initiatives that develop and support efforts focused on communities and populations in Los Angeles focused on sport and play equity, especially for girls.  
• Partner closely with the Social & Community Impact team on community-based initiatives that develop and support diverse community efforts, leading with NIKE Inc.’s commitment to Black communities and inclusive community partners at the intersection of Sport and Society.
• Manage internal and external partners to support additional key initiatives in the city that deepen relationships and impact within the community, either with Nike nonprofit grantees, institutional partners in the city, or internal partner departments.
• Additional work will focus on the management of a high-quality grantmaking process, coordination of the measurement and evaluation of the community investment portfolio, identification of employee engagement opportunities and execution of an integrated communication and brand plan to support and amplify community initiatives all of this with a foundational focus on operational excellence.

WHO YOU WILL WORK WITH

You will work directly with the Director, Social & Community Impact, Los Angeles and sit in the larger Social & Community Impact Americas Team. This role will also work closely with a cross-functional team including various functions across Nike. This role will be expected to keep our project on task and elevate questions or needs for team members with functional expertise to answer. This role will also work directly with community partners external to Nike. The role will be a hybrid role working in the LAHQ office four days a week and remotely once a week.

WHAT YOU BRING

• Typically requires a Bachelor’s degree in a related field or a combination of relevant, professional experience, education, and training.
• A minimum of 4 years of professional, relevant experience in corporate social responsibility/social sustainability and/or community development.
• Expertise in either community outreach and stakeholder engagement, and/or brand integration and strategic alignment within the corporate environment.
• High-level partner and/or portfolio management experience across a few of the following sectors: diversity, equity and inclusion, NGO, government, education, sport/physical activity, and youth development.
• Experience with project management, managing daily activities, and delivering results in a cross-functional environment.
• Work with leadership and team leads to help ensure strategy and execution alignment, and drive decision-making.
• Excellent communication, analytical, written, and presentation skills.
• Ability to demonstrate sound judgment in ambiguous situations.
• Proactive approach with the ability to prioritize multiple tasks.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to navigate complex internal and external organizations.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office, Airtable, and Miro
• Demonstrated ability to operate effectively in a large, matrixed organization.
• Bilingual (Spanish) preferred.
• Ability to travel domestically (15%).

NIKE, Inc. is a growth company that looks for team members to grow with it. Nike offers a generous total rewards package, casual work environment, a diverse and inclusive culture, and an electric atmosphere for professional development. No matter the location, or the role, every Nike employee shares one galvanizing mission: To bring inspiration and innovation to every athlete* in the world.

NIKE, Inc. is committed to employing a diverse workforce. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, or disability.

SUMMARY OF POSITION:

Riddell is seeking a passionate individual to join the Marketing & Communications (MarCom) team as our Marketing Coordinator. This small, but mighty in-house team services cross-functional stakeholders across the business, well as providing support to external clients. You will be a vital part of the team, working on different types of projects and events from conception through final execution. Day-to-day activities will include event planning, project management, and partnership support. The successful candidate needs to be high-energy, self-motivated, and service-oriented with a passion for football.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (other duties as assigned):

• Contribute to and/or lead operational and logistical planning for various events, tradeshows, football camps/clinics, and photo/video shoots, through on-site execution
• Manage event elements such as equipment ordering, asset movement/shipping, inventory, organization of storage areas, travel needs, and event setup/teardown
• Assist with management of event partners including tradeshow and travel agencies
• Coordinate projects through management process
• Support general MarCom activities, such as administrative coordination for meetings, maintenance of financial reconciliation, and coordination of event asset inventory
• Assist with in-person and digital activations with Riddell partners, such as USA Football, NFL Football Development and Clubs, and the WNFC, working with MarCom teammates to execute 
• Exposure and involvement in all core marketing activities, providing opportunities to learn and grow 

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Authorized to work in the U.S.
• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, Sports Management or other related field 
• 1-3 years of relevant experience; prior experience at a sports and/or fitness business a plus 
• Ability to lift/push/pull 50 lbs. on a regular basis and stand/walk for long periods of time 
• Strong organizational and time management skills with ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks in a high-energy environment
• Capable of supporting multiple events at various stages of planning
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
• Previous experience with project management and collaboration tools, such as Wrike, is a bonus
• Possesses quality written and verbal communication skills 
• Understanding of how to operate discreetly with proprietary company information and materials

SKILLS:

• Self-starter and dynamic team player with proactive attitude, attention to detail, and innovative thinking
• Adaptable individual, who brings both analytical and creative thinking to their daily role
• Ability to thrive in a demanding environment while balancing multiple projects and meeting tight deadlines
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and collaboration skills
• Maintain a high level of professionalism and is comfortable in virtual & in-person office corporate environment, balancing a hybrid work format as schedule permits 
• Willingness to travel throughout the year for events and meetings, including some nights and weekends (approx. 30%, with heavy Summer travel)
• ”Student of the Game” mentality and desire for continual growth
• A background in, and passion for, football or sports

NOTE:  This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

At Angel City, we are building a world-class organization that uses sport to drive to equity. Our vision is to create engaging and unique experiences that bring the purpose-driven mission of this Club to the world. 

We are stronger together, have more impact together, and have more fun together!

Angel City FC seeks a Marketing Campaigns & Performance Manager to guide the strategy, development, launch, performance, and analysis of all ticketing and retail marketing efforts, including paid and organic campaigns utilizing digital, social, OOH, and grassroots channels.

Responsibilities:

• Steer strategy, development, and performance of all paid media campaigns, including SEM, programmatic display, video, native, OOH, and social media across Google, Meta, TikTok, LinkedIn, and other channels to drive revenue from tickets to merchandise
• Collaborate with marketing, creative, and content teams to create campaigns that peak interest, draw clicks and conversions 
• Track marketing performance, delivering weekly reports and insights, as well as support performance analysis of cross-collaborative efforts, including partnerships, customer retention, and brand campaigns
• Track and report on the overall success of the marketing strategy by analyzing product mix, optimizing audience targeting, and suggesting shifts in budget to improve performance
• Build and maintain marketing performance dashboards using HubSpot
• Build and manage campaigns and integrated calendars using Asana
• Develop and improve campaign performance through ongoing optimization, A/B, and multivariate testing
• Lead day-to-day communication with media agency
• Perform competitive analysis, market research, and understand key industry trends

Requirements:

• 3+ years experience in sports, at an agency, or entertainment, developing and managing marketing campaigns, including paid advertising (paid social, SEM, programmatic display, video, native, and OOH)
• Experience working with Google Analytics, Google Tag Manager, Google Ads, Facebook Business Manager, HubSpot, Asana, and Looker Studio 
• Experience writing effective ad copy and providing creative direction designed to drive results
• Strong project management skills, highly organized, and ability to lead collaboration
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to handle multiple campaigns and projects simultaneously
• Experience managing social channels using Sprout and content calendars using Asana 
• Ability to build working relationships with internal stakeholders and external vendors
• Excellent teammate with the natural ability to be proactive, collaborative, and creative
• Capable of working flexible hours, including nights, weekends, and possibly holidays, as dictated by the ACFC schedule

ACFC Perks & Benefits

• Fully funded comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401K plan
• Flexible PTO policy  
• Paid Parental Leave
• Cell Phone reimbursement
• Snacks and beverages
• Dog-Friendly HQ in Santa Monica
• Complimentary tickets to home games
• Bi-annual performance reviews

Compensation

In addition to the benefits above, this role has a pay range between $75-$80k

Angel City believes in building a safe place for creative expression and celebrating that which makes us who we are; welcoming unique and personal backgrounds and experiences. We’re proudly building an inclusive Angel City team.

REQ ID:  10772

LOCATION:  

New York, NY, United States of America(US), 10022

WORK OPTION: In Office 4 days/week in New York, NY

The NBA is committed to providing a safe and healthy workplace.  To safeguard our employees and their families, our visitors, and the broader community from COVID-19, and in consideration of recommendations from health authorities and the NBA’s own advisors, any individual working onsite in our New York and New Jersey offices must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. The NBA will discuss accommodations for individuals who cannot be vaccinated due to a medical reason or sincerely held religious belief, practice, or observance.

Postion Summary:
The Social Responsibility Coordinator will support the planning, coordination, and amplification of the NBA’s and WNBA’s social impact efforts. They will be responsible for supporting the successful execution of NBA Cares tentpole activations and helping manage department operations and administrative needs with a focus on efficiency, collaboration, and information sharing. A small percentage of the role (10%) will also require supporting the NBA and WNBA’s Youth Basketball Development’s events and social/digital efforts.
 

Major Responsibilities:

• Assist with the planning, communication, and implementation of NBA/WNBA social impact programming including drafting planning materials, organizing meetings, managing events from start-to-finish inclusive of all prep (ordering signage, t-shirts) focused on ensuring an exceptional and hospitable attendee experience.
• Support social, digital and broadcast community and impact storytelling efforts, coordinating effectively across internal and external groups, crafting content with a keen attention to detail, ensuring content on internal and external platforms are current and refreshed, providing creative solutions for storytelling around the impact and youth basketball development efforts of the NBA, WNBA and its teams, players, partners and stakeholders, and helping to amplify existing impact and youth basketball content from league stakeholders.
• Manage social impact partnerships, including tracking new and existing marketing and licensee partner conversations and contractual deliverables with an eye towards open inventory opportunities that help drive business and impact priorities.
• Participate in cross-departmental program planning meetings to support multiple business objectives, with a particular focus on supporting Youth Basketball Development efforts where and when needed.
• Manage and track team and player community and youth basketball-related efforts for both the WNBA and NBA.
• Manage and foster meaningful relationships across internal departments as well as with WNBA and NBA teams, community partners and other community-based organizations.
• Communicate key issues internally via status update reports and meeting updates while proactively recommending solutions.
• Manage vendor and partner relationships, support the creation of contracts and manage budgets, all while meeting strict deadlines.
• Prepare documents for community-based event planning such as event runs of show, key messages, suggested social media copy and emcee scripts.
• Research and vet potential non-profit partners, social impact issues in specific markets, team or player social impact activations, etc.
• Identify and highlight relevant social impact content from partners, teams, players, and coaches.
• Manage event orders, such as partner signage, merchandise, shipping, etc.
• Identify and solve operational challenges proactively.
• Research best practices across teams and players as well as across the sport and impact industry at large
• Support department operations, including managing department expenses, while keeping an eye towards utilization and implementation of tech tools that allow for seamless information tracking and sharing.
• Support internal efforts to engage employees in volunteer programs or other social impact-related opportunities (e.g., sustainability)

Required Skills/Knowledge Attributes:

• Excellent organizational skills, including multitasking, time management, and attention to detail.
• Ability to handle pressure and make good decisions quickly.
• Advanced written and oral communications skills.
• Excellent project management skills.
• Knowledgeable in community programming focused on issues of health and wellness, sustainability, education, and racial and social justice.
• Ability to think creatively and communicate clearly, professionally and persuasively (both verbally and in written form).
• Strong interpersonal skills, excellent at building and maintaining professional relationships.
• Ability to manage multiple projects, prioritize effectively, exercise flexibility as needed, communicate changes/updates to colleagues in a timely manner.
• Experience using tech tools such as Airtable or Salesforce to enhance collaboration and information sharing.
• Experience using Survey Monkey, Google Forms, or another tech platform aimed at gathering, synthesizing, and tracking data and patterns to inform larger strategy.

Experience Needed:

• Minimum of 1-3 years of experience working with community program management (preferably in a non-profit or professional sports setting).
• Previous experience with event management.

Required Education/Professional Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree 

Salary Range: $70,000 - $75,000 

The NBA does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or any other third parties. Any unsolicited resume sent to the NBA will be considered NBA property, and the NBA will not pay a fee should it hire the subject of any unsolicited resume. 

The NBA considers applicants for all positions on the basis of merit, qualifications, and business needs, and without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, alienage or citizenship status, ancestry, marital status, genetic predisposition or carrier status, veteran status, familial status, status as a victim of domestic violence, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

About the NBA
The National Basketball Association (NBA) is a global sports and media organization with the mission to inspire and connect people everywhere through the power of basketball.  Built around five professional sports leagues:  the NBA, WNBA, NBA G League, NBA 2K League and Basketball Africa League, the NBA has established a major international presence with games and programming available in 215 countries and territories in more than 50 languages, and merchandise for sale in more than 200 countries and territories on all seven continents.  NBA rosters at the start of the 2021-22 season featured a record 121 international players from 40 countries.  NBA Digital’s assets include NBA TV, NBA.com, the NBA App and NBA League Pass.  The NBA has created one of the largest social media communities in the world, with 2.1 billion likes and followers globally across all league, team, and player platforms.  Through NBA Cares, the league addresses important social issues by working with internationally recognized youth-serving organizations that support education, youth and family development, and health-related causes.

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Marquette University, located in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, invites nominations and applications for the role of Vice President and Director of Athletics.

About Marquette University

Marquette University, established in 1881 as Marquette College, is a private Jesuit research university with a student body of over 11,000 undergraduate and graduate students. As one of the largest Jesuit universities in the United States and the largest private university in Wisconsin, Marquette is classified among R2: Doctoral Universities – High Research Activity. With 11 schools and colleges on its Milwaukee campus, Marquette offers over 68 doctoral and master’s degree program as well as a law school, a dental school and 22 graduate certificate programs. Marquette is a transformative, Catholic, Jesuit university where students come to cultivate the knowledge, skills and sense of community they need to build meaningful careers, lead purposeful lives and reshape the world around them.

Marquette Athletics (the Golden Eagles) offers opportunities that enrich the lives of student-athletes and that are consistent with and complementary to the university’s mission. Marquette sponsors 16 NCAA Division I varsity sports and is a founding member of the current Big East Conference. With core values such as respect, stewardship and integrity, Marquette seeks to develop men and women through athletics to positively impact the world.

POSITION SUMMARY:
The Vice President and Director of Athletics provides leadership for a department of approximately 100 coaches and staff who are deeply committed to student-athlete success. Reporting directly to the president, the AD is responsible for overseeing 16 varsity sports, engaging more than 300 student-athletes. As leader of Marquette Athletics, the AD maintains a positive culture within the department and promotes the role of athletics in the community culture, nourishing a strong bond of loyalty and spirit among students, faculty and staff, parents, alumni, friends of the university and fans of Golden Eagle Athletics. The AD guides the overall direction of the athletic department in concert with the values and mission of the university.

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Serve as a leader with strong personal values who is committed to operating within the rules and in alignment with the core values and Catholic, Jesuit mission of Marquette University.
• Live by, lead, and promote Marquette’s Guiding Values while ensuring the holistic success of the University’s student-athletes on and off the fields of play.
• Use an innovative and entrepreneurial mindset to create and implement a strategic plan to achieve a vision.
• Creatively connect and collaborate with, then inspire and motivate, a wide range of stakeholders such as student-athletes, coaches, athletics staff, University faculty and staff, donors, alumni, fans, and external partners.
• Serve as a competitive, confident, inspiring, motivated, and experienced leader who has hired, mentored, managed, empowered, and held people accountable.
• Organize and manage the responsibilities of the AD with humility and decisiveness while consulting and collaborating with and advising the President, University Leadership Council, Vice President(s), University Trustees, and other University leadership groups on the issues critical to the Athletics Department’s success.
• Practice attentive listening in an effort to seek and be responsive to the opinions and perspectives of the key athletics practitioners and University leadership groups.
• Serve as a consensus-builder who knows the importance of transparency and collaboration with the institution’s leadership groups when it comes to developing policies and managing processes such as budget development, NCAA and Big East Conference legislative strategies, etc.
• Develop and cultivate strong national relationships in intercollegiate athletics and higher education.
• Support competitive athletics while prioritizing student-athlete health, safety, academic, and holistic success.
• Serve as a servant leader of uncompromising integrity who demands from others unwavering compliance with the regulations, rules, and requirements of Marquette University, the NCAA, the Big East Conference, and any other applicable governing body.
• Respect differences and embrace the principles of diversity, equity, opportunity, and inclusion.
• Understand the challenges faced by a Division I athletics program and experience dealing with the issues that define college athletics today (e.g., NIL, pay for play, transfer portal, NCAA transformation, mental health & safety, conference realignment, legal challenges, etc.). Have experience working through the NCAA’s challenging administrative processes related to issues such as governance, compliance, rules enforcement, championships, eligibility, revenue sharing, legislative processes, equity, etc.
• Demonstrate commitment to the success of all student-athletes with demonstrated experience supporting all sports and providing every student-athlete with a championship experience.
• Understand and implement athletics giving strategies and thrive on the opportunity to engage donors and donor prospects and to solicit philanthropic support for the athletics programs.
• Serve as an inspiring and innovative leader who is not content with the status quo and willing to take risks while staying true to the University’s values, history, and traditions.
• Grow resources and promote Marquette University and its athletics program through innovation and creative thinking.
• Understand how to leverage ever-changing technology to advance the athletics program. Understand how to leverage media, marketing, and content strategy to enhance the visibility of Marquette athletics in the highly competitive Milwaukee, Wisconsin, Big East Conference markets and on the national stage.
• Serve as a respected representative of the University and is comfortable dealing with the media and the public aspects required of the position.
• Serve as a thoughtful leader who takes the time to form strong relationships within Athletics, the campus community, and with alums and fans.
• Lead with fiscal responsible, sound business instincts, and bring experience managing budgets and growing resources while also showing a commitment to a broad-based program where all sports and student-athletes are valued.
• Understand and work within the funding and budget guidelines set by the University.
• Bring experience in revenue generating initiatives (marketing, sales, promotion, and event management sponsorships, media rights, affinity partnerships, branding, etc.).
• Have comfort and experience working with a staff size and department budget that is similar to that of Marquette Athletics.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• A Bachelor’s Degree is required with a Master’s Degree strongly preferred.
• Minimum of ten (10) years of Division I athletic administrative experience and/or similar type of leadership role in relevant field.
• An individual who will live by, lead, and promote Marquette’s Guiding Values while ensuring the holistic success of the University’s student-athletes on and off the fields of play.
• Demonstrate significant experience working with the sport of basketball, especially at the elite NCAA Division 1 level.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Comprehensive knowledge of intercollegiate athletics, including experience at the Division I level.
• Working knowledge of NCAA Division I athletics programs and what the requirements to achieve success at that level within the changing policy landscape. Experience dealing with issues such as NIL, transfer portal, conference realignment, Transformation Committee, and student-athlete mental health and wellness.
• A focus on student success, with demonstrated commitment to supporting student-athlete health, safety, and holistic wellness, as well as their academic, athletic, and personal success.
• Demonstrate vision and passion for the values of higher education.
• Have significant senior-level management experience including experience with budgets, facilities, operations, personnel, academics, compliance and student-athlete development.
• Demonstrated success in managing a multi-million-dollar budget.
• Excellent organizational, management, planning and marketing skills.
• Demonstrate high integrity and ethical standards.
• Ability to meet and work well with the public and external stakeholders.
• Evidence of excellent public speaking, interpersonal, team-building, problem-solving, and leadership skills.

APPLICATIONS: The position will remain open until filled; but, for best consideration, applicants are encouraged to submit a letter of application and resume electronically via: www.collegiatesportsassociates.com by June 14, 2024. No hard copy applications will be accepted. Nominations for the position and questions concerning the job requirements or hiring process should be directed to: steph@collegiatesportsassociates.com.

SALARY: Commensurate with experience.

It is the policy of Marquette University to provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other applicable federal or state-protected classification.

Location

Dallas, TX

Position Type

Full-time, Entry level

About Us

Since 1971, the Dallas White Rock Marathon (DWRM) organization has been dedicated to creating and operating world-class events that promote health and fitness. The organization is a year-round operation, hosting several events including the marquee event, the BMW Dallas Marathon Festival, on the second weekend in December. As we continue to grow, we are searching for a talented Marketing Coordinator to join our team and efforts in making an impact in the Dallas-Fort Worth community and beyond.

Job Description

The Marketing Coordinator will provide support to the team by managing various marketing campaigns and initiatives for the BMW Dallas Marathon Festival and other events within the DWRM portfolio. This role will support a year-round effort to grow the organization and give back to our community and charity partners. We are seeking someone with a passion for marketing and who is looking to start a career in the sports industry. Reporting to the President, the Marketing Coordinator will need to be able to collaborate effectively with other team members and stakeholders to help achieve our overall objectives.

Primary Responsibilities

• Lead efforts with key marketing partners to maintain brand consistency as well as successfully execute campaigns across multiple channels, including digital, social media and email
• Coordinate and execute content for marketing materials, including website, social media, SMS, and print materials
• Coordinate and execute content for event amenities, including shirts, medallions and event bibs
• Monitor and report on the performance of marketing campaigns and initiatives
• Organize and update marketing databases and assets – including photo and video inventory
• Represent the Organization at various community and/or promotional events
• Support sponsorship activations by fulfilling contract requirements
• Stay up to date with the latest marketing trends and best practices
• Assist in the communication to participants, volunteers and others
• Assist with other operational activities, as needed

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in marketing, communications or related field
• Special event and/or hospitality experience (sports experience a plus but not required)
• Excellent verbal, written, presentation and interpersonal skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and marketing software (experience with Adobe Creative Suite – Photoshop, InDesign, etc. – a plus but not required)
• Comfortable managing multiple projects at once
• Team player; must be able to work well in a collaborative team environment
• Ability to work nights and weekends on an as needed basis

Benefits

• Competitive salary with annual bonus opportunity
• Growth-oriented role
• Health allowance
• Monthly phone reimbursement
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Paid time off and holidays

If you are a motivated individual looking to join a dynamic team in the sports industry, we encourage you to apply. Please submit your cover letter and resume by Friday, May 31st to become our next Marketing Coordinator at careers@dallasmarathon.com. All qualified applicants will be contacted via phone and/or email. Thank you for your interest in the DWRM organization and the BMW Dallas Marathon Festival.

Job Description

The Virginia Tech Department of Athletics embraces the core value of diverse and inclusive communities and respects the educational benefits of diverse ideas, peoples, and cultures in order to contribute to the equitable inclusion and just engagement of the world’s communities. Guided by our motto, Ut Prosim (That I May Serve), the Virginia Tech Department of Athletics is committed to fostering a culture that accepts, affirms, and values all individuals and their unique contributions to the department, university, and broader community. We are committed to attracting and retaining student-athletes, coaches, and staff from diverse backgrounds while also fostering an inclusive educational and work environment free from any discrimination based on age, color, disability, sex (including pregnancy), gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, national origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, or veteran status.

Under the direction of the Assistant Athletics Director of the Office of Student Athlete Development, the Director / Student Athlete Career Development will assist student athletes and alumni with all aspects of their professional lives e.g. career research, goal setting, job searching, resume and cover letter writing, networking, interviewing, professional etiquette, online professional branding, graduate school, personal statements, job shadowing, on campus employment, and internships. This individual will foster professional development skills through programming and individual appointments with student athletes and coordinate student athlete development programs in accordance with guidelines outlined in the NCAA Student Athlete Affairs program.

Required Qualifications

Master's degree in student affairs, higher education administration, athletic administration, counseling or related area with relative work experience as a coordinator, advisor, mentor, and/or counselor within a NCAA member institution's athletics department or work experience in a career related office at a college or university.
Knowledge of best practices related to undergraduate student career advising.
Working knowledge of the current landscape of collegiate athletics and the demands of student athletes.
The ability to interact diplomatically with individuals of various social, cultural, economic, and educational backgrounds is critical.
Must have highly developed interpersonal and communication skills.
Strong computer skills.
Experience in presentation of workshops or public speaking.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Commitment to diversity.
Must be a self-starter and possess strong analytical and problem solving skills.
Demonstrate ability to organize and work independently as a leader and as part of a team.
Must have the ability to effectively interact with faculty, staff, students, parents, and administrators.

Preferred Qualifications

Appointment Type

Restricted

Salary Information

$50,000 to $54,000

Review Date

5/24/24

Additional Information

SEE MORE ABOUT WORKING IN VT ATHLETICS AT https://beahokie.com/EMPLOYEE/  .

The successful candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check.

About Virginia Tech

Dedicated to its motto, Ut Prosim (That I May Serve), Virginia Tech pushes the boundaries of knowledge by taking a hands-on, transdisciplinary approach to preparing scholars to be leaders and problem-solvers. A comprehensive land-grant institution that enhances the quality of life in Virginia and throughout the world, Virginia Tech is an inclusive community dedicated to knowledge, discovery, and creativity. The university offers more than 280 majors to a diverse enrollment of more than 36,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students in eight undergraduate colleges, a school of medicine, a veterinary medicine college, Graduate School, and Honors College. The university has a significant presence across Virginia, including the Innovation Campus in Northern Virginia; the Health Sciences and Technology Campus in Roanoke; sites in Newport News and Richmond; and numerous Extension offices and research centers. A leading global research institution, Virginia Tech conducts more than $500 million in research annually.

Virginia Tech does not discriminate against employees, students, or applicants on the basis of age, color, disability, sex (including pregnancy), gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, national origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, or military status, or otherwise discriminate against employees or applicants who inquire about, discuss, or disclose their compensation or the compensation of other employees or applicants, or on any other basis protected by law.

If you are an individual with a disability and desire an accommodation, please contact Stuart Cochran at stuart@vt.edu during regular business hours at least 10 business days prior to the event.

Advertised: May 10, 2024
Applications close: Open until filled

Job no: 518738
Work type: On Campus
Location: Normal, Illinois

Title: GA Pre-Professional - Athletics - Communications - SUMMER 2024-SPRING 2025
Division Name: Presidential
Department: Intercollegiate Athletics
Campus Location: Normal, IL

Job Summary

Illinois State University, a NCAA Division I institution, member of the Missouri Valley Conference invites applications for the position of Graduate Assistant for Athletic Communications within the department of Athletics. This pre-professional, 12-month position includes a tuition waiver and a stipend. The successful applicant must meet the admission requirements for Illinois State's Graduate School.
Duties and Responsibilities:
1.Under the direction of the Assistant Athletic Director/Communications, serve as the primary media contact for all assigned sports
2. Compile stats
3. Update season and career best lists
4. Write press releases for GoRedbirds.com
5. Coordinate all team social media content creation and scheduling
6. Assist in game day operations for various other Redbird programs.

Additional Information

As a part of your responsibilities, you will follow the regulations and guidelines of the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), the Missouri Valley Conference or the Missouri Valley Football conference, the Athletics Department, and Illinois State University.

Salary Rate / Pay Rate

$1,975 monthly stipend for .67 FTE

Required Qualifications

1. Eligible for appointment as per the requirements in the Graduate Assistant Handbook which can be found at http://hr.illinoisstate.edu/downloads/GA_Handbook.pdf
2. Bachelor's Degree
3. Must be a degree seeking graduate student at Illinois State University in Sport Management, Communication, Recreation Administration

Work Hours

Varies

Proposed Starting Date

Summer 2024

Required Applicant Documents

Resume, Cover Letter, Reference List

Please Note: These documents are required to be submitted online in order to complete the application process. Please have these documents ready prior to clicking on "Apply"

Special Instructions for Applicants

This 12-month appointment will consist of a 2-month summer appointment (either as a monthly GA or an hourly student position depending on course enrollment) and a 10-month GA appointment for August to May.

Note: If you have not yet been assigned a University ID, but are interested in applying for this graduate assistantship, please proceed with the graduate assistant application process. For the first question regarding your University ID, simply enter in nine (9) zeros (e.g., 000000000).

You must be eligible for employment in the United States and at Illinois State University and/or for the number of hours required for the position.

Illinois State University student employees are restricted to no more than 28 hours per week of on-campus employment for all positions held. International students are restricted by their visa status to no more than 20 hours per week of on-campus employment when the university is in session but may work up to 28 hours per week when the university is not in session. Please contact the Office of International Student and Scholar Services for guidance on visa restrictions on work hours. The University cannot grant exceptions to visa status rules/laws.

Contact Information for Applicants

Mike Williams
mcwilli@ilstu.edu

Important Information for Applicants

This position is subject to a criminal background investigation and if applicable, an employment history review, based on University Policy 3.1.30 and any offer of employment is contingent upon you passing a satisfactory criminal background investigation and/or an employment history review. You may not begin work until the criminal background investigation results have been received and cleared by Human Resources.

Illinois State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) or other state or federal law you may request an accommodation by contacting the Office of Equal Opportunity and Access at (309) 438-3383. The Office of Equal Opportunity and Access will hold any confidential information you provide in confidence.

If you are having difficulty accessing the system, please call Human Resources at (309) 438-8311.

Application Opened: 05/08/2024 09:00 AM CST
Application Closes: 05/28/2024 11:55 PM CST

Overview

Associates will take part in the Vikings exclusive Leadership Development Program. This program will provide regular opportunities for professional development, exposure to organizational leadership and the ability to develop skills critical for the Associate's future career growth. A fundamental part of the program will include clearly defined goals between the Associate and their Supervisor that will be tracked and measured for progress throughout the term of the program.

Program Dates: June 3, 2024 to May 23, 2025

Full Time

Positions offered in various departments across the football and business operation. Target hires are recent grads looking to get their foot in the door in the sports industry.

Benefits

• $18/hr
• Relocation assistance available
• Eligible for medical insurance
• Holiday pay
• Free breakfast and lunch M-F
• Hybrid work environment
• Networking Opportunities
• Season Ticket Packages
• Cell Phone and Laptop
• Staff Discounts

Founded in 1819, the University of Cincinnati ranks among the nation’s best urban public research universities. Home to more than 50,000 students, 11,000 faculty and staff and 340,000 alumni, UC combines a Top 35 public research university with a physical setting The New York Times calls “the most ambitious campus design program in the country.”

With the launch of Next Lives Here, the Cincinnati Innovation District, a $100 million JobsOhio investment, nine straight years of record enrollment, worldwide leadership in cooperative education, a dynamic academic health center and entry into the Big 12 Conference, UC’s momentum has never been stronger. UC’s annual budget tops $1.65 billion and its endowment totals $1.8 billion. The University’s overall regional economic impact exceeds $10.6 billion, paving the way for the future of Cincinnati.

About the University of Cincinnati

The College of Arts and Sciences at the University of Cincinnati is hiring an academic advisor to work in the Arts and Sciences Advising office managing a caseload of students. 

Only those candidates who submit a cover letter and a resume will be considered for these positions.

Job Overview

Advise current and prospective students about how to meet their educational, professional, and personal goals.
Essential Functions

• Provide academic advising to facilitate students’ successful and timely educational planning and degree completion in alignment with their educational and career goals.
• Serve as advisor for a designated caseload of students through proactive outreach, support, and education. Develop a rapport of trust and accessibility with assigned students. Ensure accurate advice and quality support, contributing to persistence and a positive student experience.
• Monitor student progress and develop graduation plans in partnership with individual students. Provide information regarding curriculum, policies, procedures, opportunities, and guidelines for academic programs.
• Evaluate student information and utilize data to facilitate enrollment and registration. Maintain advising and enrollment records. In partnership with faculty, assess advanced standing credit, substitute courses to meet graduation requirements, and create degree audit exceptions. Facilitate and complete student degree certification.
• Evaluate student needs and provide appropriate resource referral to career, academic, counseling, and student life resources and opportunities.
• Support students through educational transition processes (ex. orientation, exploration, transfer, transition, and graduation.)
• Recommend actions related to academic alert, probation, suspension, and dismissal of students. Identify opportunities for high-performing student engagement and goal attainment.
• Utilize current advising and student success technologies for outreach to students. Perform other duties related to student success.
• Support student needs with sound practices for student success.
• Engage ongoing professional development and training to maintain up-to-date knowledge about advising concepts, practices, policies, technologies, and student success needs at the university and in higher education.
• Function as a member of an advising or student success team to ensure the proper workflow and outcomes of the unit. Collaborate with UC advising community colleagues to advance quality advising practice.
• Attend related meetings and functions.
• Perform related duties based on departmental need. This job description can be changed at any time.

Essential Functions

• Coordinate and monitor fiscal administrative duties.
• Assist in processing of guest payments, support, and alternative for onboarding and other office management.
• Assist faculty and research staff with the processing of financial transactions for federal, state, and private grants, contracts, and any other external funding sources. Post-award duties include management for financial and regulatory compliance, meet regularly with Principal Investigators (PIs) for expense reporting and projects, and processing reports and transactions, including subcontract activity for the full lifecycle of sponsored program administration from start to close out. 
• Assist faculty, staff, and guests with travel and expense reimbursement processing which includes reviewing and preparing expense reports for reimbursements and credit card transactions.
• Assist in the development of unit policies and procedures.
• Monitor the financial status of unit programs and other budget allocations.
• Implement policies to ensure compliance with state and federal regulations.
• Prepare financial reports.
• May coordinate personnel functions for an operating unit at less than 25% of duties.
• Perform related duties based on departmental need. This job description can be changed at any time.

Required Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Required Experience

Zero (0) to one (1) year of student service or related experience.

Required Trainings/Certifications

N/A

Additional Qualifications Considered

Undergraduate student service and/or leadership may be considered.

Physical Requirements/Work Environment

• Office environment/no specific unusual physical or environmental demands.

Compensation and Benefits

UC offers a wide array of complementary and affordable benefit options, to meet the financial, educational, health, and wellness needs of you and your family. Eligibility varies by position and FTE.

• Competitive salary range of $46,350 dependent on the candidate's experience.
• Comprehensive insurance plans including medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage.
• Flexible spending accounts and an award-winning employee wellness program, plus an employee assistance program.
• Financial security via our life and long-term disability insurance, accident and illness insurance, and retirement savings plans.
• Generous paid time off work options including vacation, sick leave, annual holidays, and winter season days in addition to paid parental leave.
• Tuition remission is available for employees and their eligible dependents.
• Enjoy discounts for on and off-campus activities and services.

As a UC employee, and an employee of an Ohio public institution, if hired you will not contribute to the federal Social Security system, other than contributions to Medicare. Instead, UC employees have the option to contribute to a state retirement plan (OPERS, STRS) or an alternative retirement plan (ARP).

For questions about the UC recruiting process or to request accommodations with the application, please contact Human Resources at jobs@uc.edu. 

The University of Cincinnati is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Overview /Objective

This role will be a critical member of the Global team that supports the management and execution of League partners’ contractual agreements. Specific duties are essential for this role to manage the day-to-day requirements of League partners and work across the League to support initiatives with the partner. 

Responsibilities

• Day to day responsibilities for managing minimum of 8 partners
• Fulfilment of contractual deliverables in partner deals
• Fund management (Secure invoices, secure payment, track fund)
• Manage client creative approval process 
• Work with PR, Brand, Legal and applicable internal groups for alignment on partner programs
• Support on upsell deck development for sales pitches
• On site activation lead and execute partner experiences at NFL events
• Cross departmental support on projects to secure and execute partner deliverables (Pro Bowl, Honors, Kickoff, etc)
• Client hosting and building relationships for the future 

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree
• 1-3 years’ experience in sports/agency or relevant experience 
• Sales experience preferred 
• Microsoft Office (PowerPoint, Word, Excel)
• CRM (Salesforce/Dynamics)
• Adobe (Photoshop)

Other Key Attributes / Characteristics

• Self-starter with strong work ethic
• Team player
• Good communication skills
• Problem solver
• Creative thinker
• Good with time management
• Organized

Physical Demands

• Planning and executing partner programs at League events
• Hosting, hours talking and taking care of client needs

Travel

• Around planning and executing Global events (25% of time)

Salary / Pay Range

This job posting contains a pay range, which represents the range of salaries or hourly rates that the NFL believes, in good faith, at the time of this posting that it might be willing to pay for the posted job in the location(s) specified. The NFL expects to hire for this position near the middle of the range. Only in truly rare and exceptional circumstances, where an external candidate has experience, credentials or expertise that far exceed those required or expected for the position, would the NFL consider paying a salary or rate near the higher end of the range. 

Terms / Expected Hours of Work

• NFL employees are required to work 40 hours per week. Work in this particular role will likely exceed 40 hours per week
• Some weekend work for hosting clients and event management

Who We Are:

Since 1906, New Balance has empowered people through sport and craftsmanship to create positive change in communities around the world. We innovate fearlessly, guided by our core values and driven by the belief that conventions were meant to be challenged. We foster a culture in which every associate feels welcomed and respected, where leaders and creatives are inspired to shape the world of tomorrow by taking bold action today. At New Balance, We Got Now.

JOB MISSION:

The Strategic Key Account Manager will be part of a cross-functional account team supporting one of the largest sporting goods retailers globally. This role will be based out of our Amsterdam office,  managing the European business across footwear and apparel. The Strategic Key Account Manager will work closely with the regional and global teams to develop and drive growth, in line with our global lifestyle and account strategy plans. Ideal candidates will have previous experience working with Key Accounts, and excellent knowledge of the footwear industry and the European sporting goods marketplace.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Manage the footwear and apparel categories for the selected Strategic Key Account.
• Develop close working relationships with the Strategic Key Account to deliver long-term sustainable growth through opportunities within the brand, category, and account strategies.
• Work closely with the marketing team to deliver best-in-class campaigns, by elevating the brand across all consumer touchpoints.
• Partner with the business planning team to monitor sell-out and order book conversion, providing accurate financial forecasts to the wider business and seasonal forecast alignment ahead of pre-line and sell-in meetings.
• Work closely with the merchandising team to ensure the correct assortment is available for the account across all categories, through inline and SMU, and from both short and long-term perspectives.
• Work closely with wider cross-functional teams (finance, logistics, customer service) to ensure the Strategic Key Account’s priorities and processes are being met.
• Drive and evolve the account strategies in line with global ambition with the relevant regional nuances on a seasonal basis.

REQUIREMENTS FOR SUCCESS:

• Previous experience working in the sporting goods or fashion industries, within footwear is a bonus, and at the key account management level.
• Affinity to the brand and sneaker industry.
• Previous experience of working in large global corporate organisations, with vast cross-functional departments.
• Excellent sales and negotiation skills combined with a strong can-do attitude. 
• Proactive approach to communicating with internal and external stakeholders.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel and PowerPoint.
• Fluent in English. Proficiency in another language is a bonus.

BENEFITS:

• Discretionary Bonus Opportunity
• Discount on health insurance
• 8% holiday allowance
• Flexible Working Hours
• Pension Scheme
• 25 days Annual Leave per year
• Up to €250 travel allowance each month
• Hybrid working
• Employee Discount
• Work from-home allowance
• Home working equipment
• Sports subscription via OneFit
• Opportunity to work abroad for four weeks per year
• Wellbeing and Mental Health Benefit (24/7 Employment Assistance Program & Support)

Equal Opportunity Employer:

New Balance is committed to equality of opportunity for all current and prospective associates regardless of age, disability, race, religion or belief, gender, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, marriage and civil partnership and gender reassignment.  We are an equal opportunity employer and support a culture of diversity and inclusion.

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Your Impact

The Assistant Manager of Sports Brand Marketing, Soccer will work with Brand Marketing leadership to assist in conceiving marketing strategies that capitalize on growth opportunities with prioritized customer segments by leveraging consumer insights, understanding the competitive landscape and working closely with cross-functional teams in Merchandising and Operations to drives the overall strategic success of Lowe's. The position will report to the Manager or Sr Manager of Brand Marketing and will serve as a subject matter expert of an assigned merchandise division and the ""point of contact"" to the merchandise vice president. Largely, the assistant marketing manager has to know how to best represent the work of the team with key stakeholders especially the merchandise vice president (amongst others across ops, credit and promo teams) as well as lead execution of the calendar within small agile brand marketing pods within an assigned strategic brand pillar.

What you will do

• Partners with the brand marketing managers within a small “pod” in an “agile” type setting to execute programs across the marketing calendar driving alignment with key stakeholders and delivering on highly effective marketing strategies, tactics and action plans that meet critical KPIs. Should also be able to function independently in this capacity should the brand manager need support.
• Partners with the brand marketing manager in analyzing/interpreting data including merchandising P&L data to draw clear, actionable conclusions within the business area he/she serves as a subject matter expert to to build synthesized annual and quarterly objectives, strategies and tactical plans in partnership with the brand marketing manager to grow sales in-store and online.
• Develops programs that create growth supported by fact-based business cases in partnership with Merchandising and/or operations.
• Works with and supports the brand marketing manager to refine the annual marketing calendar that will drive category sales and build the brand – leading the development of briefs and serving as the assistant integrator across marketing and broader organization
• Works closely with cross functional teams like .com, operations, flex, store environment, merchandising, promotions/pricing, marketing (creative, media, etc.) and others to execute a 360 omni-channel experience
• Partner with cross-functional teams to develop product launches, product growth opportunities and associated marketing support in partnership with the merchandise vice president he/she partners with; integrates product launch efforts and timing into the master calendar led by the brand marketing director and managers
• Develops specific visual merchandising support plans to align in-store experiences to overall marketing experiences; as well as .com with the experience team and event teams across Lowes.com
• Works closely with marketing operations to integrate the right promotions into the right marketing vehicles; collaborates with marketing operations to analyze, monitor and report on the impact of programs against goals and objectives both quarterly and annually
• Works closely with project management team, marketing operations team, media and brand engagement teams to operationalize and execute the work
• Works closely with large external vendors and will be the subject matter expert in their vertical.
• Works closely with merchandising, supply chain and Lowes.com online merchants to select the right product features, items and ensure pipeline sustainability before a campaign is produced or launched; coordinates product with project manager to arrive onset and on time for production efforts

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Merchandising, Marketing or relevant field and 3-5 Years Overall marketing experience
• 1-2 Years Strong business acumen and experience running a P&L and/or working alongside P&L owners
• 1-2 Years Leadership experience
• 1-2 Years Experience writing strategic briefs and working cross-functionally and leading brand marketing or integrated teams
• 1-2 Years Experience leading brand or category work at a retailer or CPG company

About Lowe’s

Lowe’s Companies, Inc. (NYSE: LOW) is a FORTUNE® 50 home improvement company serving approximately 16 million customer transactions a week in the United States. With total fiscal year 2023 sales of more than $86 billion, Lowe’s operates over 1,700 home improvement stores and employs approximately 300,000 associates. Based in Mooresville, N.C., Lowe’s supports the communities it serves through programs focused on creating safe, affordable housing and helping to develop the next generation of skilled trade experts. For more information, visit Lowes.com.

Lowe’s is an equal opportunity employer and administers all personnel practices without regard to race, color, religious creed, sex, gender, age, ancestry, national origin, mental or physical disability or medical condition, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, military or veteran status, genetic information, or any other category protected under federal, state, or local law.

Minimum qualifications:

• Experience in creative industries, content production or digital marketplace, and with the creator ecosystem and industry landscape.
• Experience in business leadership, partnerships and driving operations across cross-functional teams.
• Experience as a people manager.

Preferred qualifications:

• Experience building rights agreements, working with legal and strategy teams.
• Experience in launching new products, tracking business metrics and providing insights and feedback to product teams.
• Experience working within a global, matrixed business, influencing multiple internal stakeholders at all levels.
• Experience in managing high-performing teams, with the ability to attract and retain talent as well as cultivate a diverse pool of talent.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to simplify complex, ambiguous topics.

About the job

As the Head of Creator Partnerships, you will lead strategic partnerships with creators across all verticals, talent agencies and industry bodies. You will inspire and educate creators and content partners, to ensure YouTube’s product features and tools help to meet their business objectives. You will provide market insight to regional and global strategy teams to advocate and prioritize for the needs of our partners.

In this role, you will lead YouTube’s partnerships with the creator ecosystem, managing a team responsible for partnerships with content creators. You will work cross-functionally with Marketing, Policy and Sales to enable initiatives that foster the creator community at scale, bring the corporate narrative to life via creator stories, improve the business climate for creators and the creator economy, and protect the platform's brand reputation.

Responsibilities

• Lead relationships across the creator ecosystem, define strategies and priorities, and collaborate globally. Advocate for creators, identify and manage local issues, opportunities and risks and partner with global and cross-functional teams to influence business and product strategy.
• Navigate complexity and ambiguity, partner with key stakeholders and cross-functional partners to drive alignment, clarity and execution. Support incentive and acquisition programs, review legal agreements and support the team through execution.
• Drive activation of new product features, track business metrics and insights and promote a culture of constructive feedback for team success.
• Participate in external conferences, panels and press engagements.
• Lead Business Development and Partner Managers responsible for managing business relationships with YouTube creators and content partners. Attract and retain excellent, diverse talent to cultivate a high-performing team.

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Google is proud to be an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. We are committed to building a workforce that is representative of the users we serve, creating a culture of belonging, and providing an equal employment opportunity regardless of race, creed, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy or related condition (including breastfeeding), expecting or parents-to-be, criminal histories consistent with legal requirements, or any other basis protected by law. See also Google's EEO Policy, Know your rights: workplace discrimination is illegal, Belonging at Google, and How we hire.

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