Coordinator, Corporate Partnerships Activation

WHO WE ARE:

Founded by Josh Harris and David Blitzer, Harris Blitzer Sports & Entertainment (HBSE) includes in its portfolio the Philadelphia 76ers, the New Jersey Devils, leading venue Prudential Center in Newark, N.J., the Delaware Blue Coats, and the Utica Comets. Led by some of the best and brightest minds across a diverse spectrum of industries, HBSE positions itself as one of the most pioneering, innovative global sports and entertainment businesses to date. HBSE also strives to positively impact the local communities in which it operates through the powerful platform of sports.

HBSE offers an energetic work environment built on collaboration, growth, and a quest to excel in everything we do. Prudential Center in downtown Newark, N.J. hosts more than 175 concerts, family shows and special events annually and is the fourth-ranked sports and entertainment venue in the U.S. by Pollstar and Billboard. It is home to the New Jersey Devils, a renowned NHL franchise with three Stanley Cup championships and a proud, passionate fan base.

The Philadelphia 76ers organization is one of the most storied franchises in American sports, winning three championships led by some of the most iconic athletes in NBA history. The 76ers have attracted the industry’s top leadership talent from the NBA, NFL, NHL, MLB, MLS, UFC and NCAA, resulting in one of the most exciting, rewarding, and dynamic work environments within the sports industry. The 76ers offer a best-in-class workplace culture built on collaboration, growth, and a quest to excel in everything we do.

OUR COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY:

At HBSE, we engage, represent and reflect diverse voices of employees, players fans and communities. We are dedicated to hiring the best talent from the communities where we live, work and play - across all groups and levels; supporting and developing every employee to reach their potential; and creating an inclusive environment that allows team members to bring their true authentic selves to work.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Coordinator, Corporate Partnerships Activation will support the Activation team in its goal of making the New Jersey Devils and Prudential Center the most sponsor-friendly team and building in the world, while also bringing targeted marketing solutions and platforms to our partners. They will build and cultivate long-term relationships and demonstrate an ability to think broadly and strategically to offer and fulfill integrated business solutions to our clients.

RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE, BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO THE FOLLOWING:

• Supports the Director and Managers of Corporate Partnerships Activation in managing and fulfilling sponsorship accounts;
• Develops relationships with sponsors by handling the expectations of all contractual elements and also providing opportunities for added value;
• Run sponsorship reports, draft meeting recaps and plan activations;
• Manages and fulfills own portfolio of sponsorship accounts;
• Plans, coordinates and executes sponsor events, including promotions, hospitality, community programs, media, and signage;
• Monitors program effectiveness against partner objectives and KPIs;
• Develops sponsorship proposals, recaps and renewals, with focus on sponsorship performance and renewal/upsell opportunities;
• Proactively identifies opportunities to enhance activations assets, plans, and process to deliver partner results;
• Maintains & tracks partner deliverables, as well as significant contract items; i.e. termination rights, purchase obligations, etc.;
• Partners with Corporate Sales department to ensure that inventory elements are properly incorporated into sponsorship packages;
• Serves as a liaison with other departments on sponsored programs which include, but are not limited to, game presentation, community relations, ticketing, etc.;
• Coordinates and leads Corporate Partnerships Activation department data and analytics, including NHL reports, Trajektory, Blinkfire, and partner and fan surveys;
• Attends all home games to host sponsors and handle the execution of in-arena promotions as well as occasional departmental receptions or functions;
• Performing all other duties as assigned.
  
  
  

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s Degree or related experience
• Interest in sports and entertainment preferred.
• Must be creative, analytical, highly organized with strong project management skills
• Superior customer service skills
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Must be self-confident, resilient and possess a high-energy level and enthusiasm
• Must be critical thinker who is dynamic, analytical and well organized
• Must have the ability to rise to the challenge and provide the hard work necessary to succeed
• Must have well-developed interpersonal skills and the ability to engage a wide variety of audiences, demonstrating strong communication skills
• Results and bottom-line oriented yet will possess sensitivity towards people and values
• Must have the ability and willingness to maintain an impeccable professional appearance
• Must have the ability to demonstrate uncompromised judgement and discretion regarding interpersonal relationships
• Must have a strong sense of self-awareness and emotional intelligence
• Must be able to maintain confidentiality and use upmost discretion when privy to sensitive information
• Must be a flexible & reliable team player, both within own department and with company as a whole
• Must possess a strong ability to manage one’s own time and prioritize tasks
• Must be able to identify problems, their sources, and their potential solutions while continuing to successfully conduct day-to-day operations without interruption
• Must have a strong command of reasoned, measured decision-making based upon analyzing the pros and cons of each potential decision to be made.
  
  
  

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Travel Requirements: May be required to travel on rare occasions (<5% travel); trips may require air travel and/or overnight stay for one or more nights.

Physical Demands: This position requires the ability to lift up to 10 pounds.

Work Environment: This position generally requires that work be performed from the Prudential Center/New Jersey Devils offices, but attendance at events taking place in the arena or offsite, including on weekends and/or holidays, may be required.

OUR BENEFITS:

• Medical/Dental/Vision/Flexible Spending Accounts (all LGBT friendly)
• Pretax Transportation Benefit
• Generous parental leave policies
• 401K (100% up to 5% is matched, after 1 year of service)
• Unlimited Paid Time Off
• 13 Paid Holidays
• ½ Day Summer Fridays
• Complimentary or Discounted Sports & Concert Tickets
• On Site Fitness Rooms
• Other League & Partner Discounts
  
  
  

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, gender identity, marital or veteran status, or any other protected class.