Assistant Manager, Sports Marketing - Soccer

Job description

Country: United States
Job Function: Marketing & Communications

State / Province: Oregon
Position Type: Full time

City / Location: Portland
Brand: adidas

Relocation: Yes

Somewhere, in one of our workshops right now, the future is taking shape. We are constantly working to redefine the way clothing and footwear transforms the pitch, court or course. This is what drives us: the feeling of discovery and the urge to innovate. When we create a product that makes our hearts beat faster, we know we’re onto something.

If this sounds inspiring, you might be one of us: Someone who loves to create the present, as well as shape the future. There’s a reason adidas has been at the forefront of defining sport for more than 60 years: We never stand still. Everyday, we work to improve everything we create.

At adidas, interesting, amazing and inspiring aren’t just ideas. They are what we do every single day.

Purpose: Oversee specific MLS team partnerships by fulfilling contractual obligations, creating and executing asset activation plans for specific teams and events. Act as day to day contact for specific sports marketing assets.

Key Accountabilities:

· Oversee and deliver the MLS team product obligations. (Schedule C, YSC, and Marketing product)
· Develop and execute activation plans for specific MLS teams and product launches
· Work with Sports Marketing Manager on Global Club strategy creation and US Summer Tours
· Develop and execute specific activation programs that will influence the purchasing decision of the consumer
· Work with product marketing, brand marketing, PR and retail marketing to asset activations including but not limited to; jersey launches, retail events, team appearances, and in-game promotions
· Maintain regular communication with program partners to ensure all commitments are fulfilled and superior service has been provided
· Maintain regular communication with sales force and key accounts and develop strategic plans in conjunction with Club marketing goals
· Assist the Events Manager on developing and executing MLS event plans
· Assist with the execution of athlete appearances and retail promotions

Knowledge Skills and Abilities:

· Extensive knowledge of soccer category
· Ability to exercise independent judgment and decision making skills
· Ability to work across teams and manage priorities to accomplish multiple tasks with conflicting deadlines
· Excellent verbal and written communication skills
· Ability to maintain a professional attitude in fast paced, changing environments
· Ability to communicate with people at different levels internally and outside of the organization
· Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Excel, PowerPoint, Word and Outlook)
· Heavy travel and overtime may be required during peak season

Qualifications:

· Four year college or university degree, emphasis in marketing or business preferred
· Minimum of 1-2 years related experience and/or training
· Equivalent combination of education and/or experience may be substituted for a degree