Manager, Partnership Strategy

The BSE Partnership Strategy team is looking for a dynamic teammate that likes variety in their work and can take lead on projects and run with them. The ideal candidate is very customer-centric and wants to deliver high quality engagement opportunities to and with our partners.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Leading internal planning and execution related to year-round partner touchpoint plan, including
  • Suite hosting at select Barclays Center events
  • Hosting at select industry events (which could involve travel planning)
  • Year-round gifting plan, inclusive of liaising with other departments for efficiency and alignment where necessary
• Manage relationships with properties, event management, and vendors related to above
• Support tentpole partnership event execution (up to two (2) per year, e.g. partner summit, flyaway retreat), along with BSE Events team
• Proactively recommending additional ways to engage partners to support relationship building and business opportunities
• Planning and execution support for partner-led activations and events (e.g. watch parties, flyaways, etc.), along with Partnership Marketing team
• Leading our B2B platform, which is designed to connect partners, suite holders and other VIP clients with each other to provide additional value to our business relationship. Duties include:
  • Planning and execution of quarterly events
  • Launching/maintaining an online member portal
  • Co-authoring a quarterly newsletter
  • Identifying opportunities for incorporating Supplier Diversity Program
• Assist in the creation of all event communication materials, including invitations, event collateral, and run of show
• Continually drive efforts to create and refine processes, materials, and best practices related to partnership engagement, communications, and experiences
• Single POC with Ticketing & Hospitality teams to deliver partner season tickets, and troubleshoot as needed
• Manage and track budget & expenses related to events
• Other duties as assigned

Education and/or Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing/Communications/Hospitality preferred
• 4 years experience in an arena, hotel, or venue setting preferred
• Event planning/management experience a plus
• Experience with hospitality and ticket management a plus

Knowledge/Skills:

• Well-organized with excellent multi-tasking abilities
• Budget tracking & management
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with ability to effectively and professionally communicate both orally and written with staff, guests, and clients
• Collaborative and solution-oriented
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends and holidays