What are the responsibilities and job description for the Manager, Strategic Partnerships position at NBCUniversal?
Company Description
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NBC Sports Next is where sports and technology intersect. We’re a subdivision of NBC Sports and home to all NBCUniversal digital applications in sports and technology within our three groups: Youth & Recreational Sports; Golf; and Betting, Gaming & Emerging Media.
At NBC Sports Next, we make playing sports better through innovative technology and immersive experiences for athletes, coaches, players and fans. We equip more than 30MM players, coaches, athletes, sports administrators and fans in 40 countries with more than 25 sports solution products, including SportsEngine, the largest youth sports club, league and team management platform; GolfNow, the leading online tee time marketplace and provider of golf course operations technology; GolfPass the ultimate golf membership that connects golfers to exclusive content, tee time credits, and coaching, tips; TeamUnify, swim team management services; GoMotion, sports and fitness business software solutions; and NBC Sports Edge, a leading platform for fantasy sports information and betting-focused tools.
At NBC Sports Next we’re fueled by our mission to innovate, create larger-than-life events and connect with sports fans through technology that provides the ultimate in immersive experiences.
NBC Sports Next includes three groups. This role is part of our Youth & Recreational Sports group.
Youth & Recreational Sports is comprised of technology platforms, such as SportsEngine, GoMotion, TourneyMachine, and TeamUnify that enable athletes, parents, coaches and team administrators in the youth and recreational space to manage their organizations, collect payments, share schedules, find programs to participate in and connect with other families. Additionally, NCSI enables leagues and organizations to properly screen and train coaches in an effort to keep kids safe.
Come join us as we work together as one team to innovate and deliver what’s Next.
Job Description
The Partnership Manager is responsible for the successful onboarding, implementation, and performance of third-party partners. This person will serve as the point of contact to coordinate, monitor and manage all internal technical and business integration work related to partnership deliverables, sales and profitability commitments. They will handle tracking issues, managing risks, delivering outcomes, and communicating status of partner activities.
Develop and execute scalable onboarding, implementation, and optimization processes with integrated and eCommerce partners.
Collaborate with data, product, sales and customer success departments to ensure departments are aligned to core business objectives.
Manage and prioritize multiple initiatives and efforts, including technical and business integration.
Establish clear ownership for project tasks, ensure that team members have the tools needed, and provide prompt feedback.
Work closely with Product Development and other departments to ensure products, systems, and infrastructure meet the client and business requirements.
Track progress and review project tasks on an ongoing basis to make certain milestones and deadlines are met timely.
Ensure departments and personnel are aligned to core business objectives, are thoughtfully planned and resourced, and are performing to the business plan.
Prepare status updates and communicate progress, risks, expectations, timelines, milestones, and other key project metrics to project partners.
Provide ongoing partnership management and drive continued growth.
In coordination with SE leadership, look at new and existing commercial relationships to build out additional revenue streams that are in-line with the company’s core vision.
Other duties as assigned.
Hybrid: This position has been designated as hybrid, generally contributing from the office a minimum of three days per week.
Qualifications
Basic Requirements:
3 years of experience inside a high-growth, fast-paced technology company.
Understanding of project management methodologies and best practices.
Experience in balancing departmental relationships and work streams, with a demonstrated ability to successfully prioritize and manage projects.
Balanced business/technical background with strong technical aptitude.
Effectively communicate solutions and strategy with our cross-functional teams and partners.
Accountable for results and can hold others accountable for commitments made.
Strong interpersonal skills including strength in collaboration, consultation and building trust and credibility with involved parties.
Strong analytical, planning, and organizational skills.
Desired Characteristics:
Past partner or strategic account management experience highly desired
Previous experience within an eCommerce or team-based sales company highly desired
Additional Information
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