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 OVERVIEW:
The Coordinator, Partnership Solutions is responsible for the creation and development of turnkey and customized partnership proposals that support revenue generation, partner growth and retention for the New Jersey Devils and Prudential Center.
The Coordinator, Partnership Solutions, will report to the Senior Manager, Partnership Solutions and work closely with both the corporate sales and partnership activation teams. They will collaborate with internal and external stakeholders including, but not limited to, marketing, content and hockey operations departments to develop proposals that meet prospect and partner needs. They will assist in the creation of partnership inventory and platforms for prospective and current partners through research (identify industry leaders, best practices, emerging technologies), platform development (idea generation and proposal construction), internal vetting (department approvals), and creative presentations.
RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE, BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO THE BELOW:
- Create bespoke partnership proposals via decks and/or deal memos, ensuring deadlines are met.
- Develop corresponding price sheets for each proposal, ensuring accurate reporting.
- Assist in weekly brainstorm meetings and vet concepts internally as a crucial step in the proposal creation process.
- Collaborate directly with members of the partnership sales team to develop proposals that meet each team member's needs.
- Thoroughly research each prospective and current partner, leveraging insights to customize proposals.
- Collaborate with the partnership activation team to create case studies based on current partner success stories.
- Collaborate with internal teams (including marketing, digital, content and game presentation) to conceptualize and successfully activate unique, sellable assets.
- translate data into consumable insights to be used in sales materials.
- Assist Senior Manager, Partnership Solutions in utilizing measurement and valuation tools to assess the value and impact of partnership assets.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in a related field.
- Strong project management skills with ability to efficiently manage multiple assignments, priorities, and deadlines with attention to detail.
- Ability to think creatively and strategically, with a focus on the development and application of innovative sponsorship solutions.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (both written and oral), with the ability to manage multiple stakeholders and work collaboratively across teams.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially PowerPoint, and experience with CRM systems (such as KORE) is preferred.
- An understanding of sports marketing and the sponsorship landscape.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Travel Requirements
Travel required on a TBD basis; trips may require air travel and/or overnight stay for one or more nights.
Physical Demands
This position requires the ability to lift or move items up to 10 pounds.
Work Environment
This position is based in Newark, NJ.
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS:
The pay range for this position at commencement of employment is expected to be $53,000/year. This position will also be paid overtime pay when working qualifying overtime hours. Base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.
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.
