FC Cincinnati · 2 hours ago
Senior Vice President of Corporate Partnerships
Cincinnati, OH
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
10+ years expFC Cincinnati is a Major League Soccer team seeking a Senior Vice President of Corporate Partnerships to lead all aspects of partnership revenue generation, activation, and marketing. The SVP will develop and execute a comprehensive partnership strategy, drive new sponsorship sales, and oversee the execution of partnership obligations while building a high-performance culture within the organization.
SoccerSports
Responsibilities
Lead the end-to-end partnership sales process: prospecting, pitching, negotiating, and closing multi-year, high-value sponsorship agreements
Set and achieve ambitious annual partnership revenue targets, with a focus on both new business and renewals
Personally engage in closing complex, seven-figure deals while coaching and developing the sales team to achieve similar results
Develop innovative, integrated partnership packages that maximize FC Cincinnati’s assets across digital, in-venue, community, and media platforms
Build and maintain a robust pipeline of prospective partners, leveraging industry relationships and market insights
Oversee flawless execution of all partnership obligations, ensuring measurable ROI and exceptional client satisfaction
Collaborate cross-functionally with marketing, fan experience, communications, operations, and community relations to deliver integrated activation programs
Use data and analytics to monitor partnership performance, optimize activation strategies, and provide actionable insights to partners and internal stakeholders
Develop and implement creative marketing initiatives that enhance partner value and elevate the FC Cincinnati brand
Recruit, develop, and lead a high-performing partnerships team, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and innovation
Motivate and inspire team members to achieve individual and collective goals, providing regular coaching, feedback, and professional development opportunities
Continuously evaluate departmental structure and personnel, making data-driven decisions to retain top performers and move on from underperformers
Champion a culture of ‘attitude, effort, and results’, modeling professionalism, integrity, and a growth mindset
Leverage Salesforce CRM, analytics, and AI-driven tools to streamline sales processes, track KPIs, and enhance organizational efficiency
Develop and maintain an exceptional management dashboard that provides real-time partnership insights for the CRO, CFO, and CEO
Ensure all sales and activation activities are accurately tracked and reported, enabling data-driven decision-making and transparency
Serve as a key advisor to executive leadership on partnership strategy, revenue forecasting, and market trends
Represent FC Cincinnati at league meetings, industry events, and in the broader business community as a visible and values-driven ambassador
Collaborate with finance, legal, and other departments to ensure partnership agreements are financially sound and aligned with organizational objectives
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in business, Marketing, Sports Management, or a related field; MBA preferred
10+ years of progressive experience in partnership sales, activation, and marketing preferred within professional sports or entertainment, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role
Proven track record of sourcing, negotiating, and closing high-value, multi-year sponsorship deals
Demonstrated ability to lead, motivate, and manage high-performing teams, with a focus on accountability and results
Strong business acumen, strategic thinking, and creative problem-solving skills
Exceptional communication, presentation, and relationship-building abilities
Technologically savvy, with experience implementing CRM, analytics, and reporting tools
High level of professionalism, integrity, and a relentless drive for excellence
Willingness to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and match days as required
Company
FC Cincinnati
FC Cincinnati is a professional soccer club that plays in the United Soccer League.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
unknownKey Investors
Carl Henry Lindner III
2015-08-12Series Unknown
Leadership Team
Jeffrey Berding
President & Co-CEO
Lindsey Braun
Chief Financial Officer
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