Event Partnerships Manager

Position: Events Partnership Manager

Reports To: Events Director

Location: Marysville, OH (5 days a week / onsite)

About Us:

RUDIS is a leader in the wrestling apparel and footwear industry, committed to delivering innovative and high-quality products that resonate with athletes and fans alike. We are passionate about the sport and driven to support wrestlers with products that enhance their performance and express their identity.

Job Summary:

The Event Partnership Manager will play a pivotal role in developing and maintaining strategic partnerships to support the success and growth of the event division. This role requires a dynamic, organized, and results-oriented professional who can identify partnership opportunities, negotiate agreements, and deliver exceptional value to our partners. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment and have a proven track record of managing successful partnerships.

Key Responsibilities:

• Partnership Development:
  
  
  
  • Identify, target, and secure new partnerships to support event sales goals and objectives
  
  
  • Conduct market research to identify trends, potential partners, and sponsorship/partnership opportunities
  
  
  
  


• Relationship Management:
  
  
  
  • Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with existing partners to ensure satisfaction and retention
  
  
  • Act as the main point of contact for partners, addressing any needs or concerns promptly and professionally
  
  
  
  


• Planning:
  
  
  
  • Collaborate with internal teams to develop activation plans that align with both partner goals and event objectives
  
  
  • Create tailored partnership proposals and presentations
  
  
  
  


• Negotiation Management:
  
  
  
  • Negotiate partnership terms and ensure all agreements align with company policies and financial goals
  
  
  • Manage partnership agreements to ensure deliverables are met on time and within scope
  
  
  
  


• Execution:
  
  
  
  • Work closely with the events team to integrate partner activations seamlessly into event programming
  
  
  • Ensure all partner deliverables are executed to the highest standards, including branding, on-site activations, and marketing
  
  
  
  


• Performance Analysis:
  
  
  
  • Analyze and report on the performance and ROI of partnerships, providing recommendations for improvement
  
  
  • Monitor industry trends and competitor activity to keep the company at the forefront of partnership innovation
  
  
  
  

Key Requirements:

• 3-5 years of experience


• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Business, Communications or a related field


• Excellent communication and negotiation skills


• Strong organizational and project management abilities


• Proficiency in CRM tools and Google Suite


• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team 

Other Requirements:

• Availability to travel and attend events as required


• Flexibility to work evenings or weekends during events

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