Partnership Marketing Coordinator

RAJ SPORTS
RAJ Sports, led by Alex Bhathal and Lisa Bhathal Merage, focuses on investment opportunities in sports and sports-related properties, drawing on the Bhathal family’s multi-generational experience and relationships in the industry. The firm seeks to leverage the power of sports to affect broader social and economic change through a variety of business and philanthropic strategies. Its deep experience in professional sports operations and large-scale real estate developments that create thriving community centers, positions the firm to deliver valuable assets that will support further growth for the players, staff, and fans. In 2013, the Bhathal family became investors in the Sacramento Kings (NBA); subsequently building the platform to include the Sacramento RiverCats (MiLB), Stockton Kings (NBA G-League) and several sports anchored real estate developments. The 2024 acquisitions of Portland Thorns (NWSL) and the Portland Fire (WNBA) represents a milestone for the city of Portland and places it at the epicenter of growth for women’s sports.

THE ROLE:

The Partnership Marketing Coordinator will play a pivotal role in implementing sales agreements that bridge partner brands with the Portland Thorns and Portland Fire brands, ensuring alignment of values and driving mutual success. The Partnership Marketing Coordinator will be instrumental in the retention and upsell of these partnerships, maximizing their impact on revenue growth and brand enhancement. This role requires a skilled relationship-builder and strategic thinker who can effectively translate partner objectives into actionable plans that strengthen the bond between partner brands and RAJ Sports.

WHAT YOU'LL BE UP TO:

• Managing an assigned book of corporate partners.
• Supporting Partnership Marketing leadership in organization, activation, and relationship management of accounts.
• Cultivating enduring relationships, becoming the go-to liaison for partners and a strategic ally in realizing their marketing goals through inventive activations and collaborations.
• Leading the execution of partner contracts, ensuring a seamless blend of partner brands with the Portland Thorns and Portland Fire team identities and a shared ethos at every interaction for assigned book of corporate partners.
• Working in unison with internal teams including Thorns, Fire, and RAJ Sports marketing, creative, community impact, ticket sales and service, operations, and others to guarantee the triumphant realization of partnership activations and initiatives.
• Overseeing all facets of partnership execution and fulfillment for assigned book of corporate partners including IP rights, game day/in-market activation, digital/social/print media, hospitality, and special events.
• Preparing and communicating timelines, artwork, creative specifications, implementation deadlines and budget management to ensure seamless execution of partnership activations.
• Fostering ongoing client engagement by conducting regular meetings, conference calls, and written correspondence.
• Monitoring and analyzing partnership performance metrics. Providing regular reporting to partners and internal stakeholders, demonstrating ROI.
• Continuously seeking opportunities to refine partnership offerings and deliverables. Leveraging insights and feedback to enhance the value proposition for our partners.
• Collaborating with the business development team on renewals and upsell negotiations. Identifying areas for partnership optimization and growth/upsells.
• Preparing all documentation related to client implementation. Creating comprehensive monthly, post-event, mid-season, and/or year-end partnership summaries that capture the impact of our collaborations.
• Laddering up key partner successes, priorities, and needs to Corporate Partnership leadership to ensure the internal team is equipped to champion and support partners both internally and externally.

WHAT IT TAKES:

• Degree in Marketing, Business Administration, or a related field preferred.
• Minimum of 1+ years of experience in partnership marketing, sales, account management, or related roles, preferably within the sports or entertainment industry.
• Understanding of partnership contracts, implementing assets, and driving partnership satisfaction.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build and maintain strong relationships with partners, internal stakeholders, and community members.
• Strong organizational skills reflected in the management of to-do lists, calendars, files, and ongoing projects.
• Ability to meet day-to-day tasks with a focus on leveling up to organizational goals. Key skills include problem solving and creative thinking.
• Familiarity in identifying opportunities, developing strategies, and negotiating creative solutions.
• Demonstrated ability to multitask and thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Time management skills enable you to dance gracefully to the tunes of tight deadlines across numerous concurrent projects.
• Ability to work flexible and irregular hours, including evenings, weekends, and special events, in our exclusive in-person working environment.

BENEFITS:

• Competitive salary and performance-based incentives, salary $60,000
• Comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plans, and wellness programs
• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement
• Dynamic, collaborative and fun work environment
• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact and contribute to the growth of women's sports.

Ready to Be a Game Changer in the Best Possible Way? Apply Now!

If you’re ready to shape the future of the women’s sports, send us your application. Let’s make history together!

RAJ Sports is 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.