Marketing Manager, Adidas Soccer

Marketing Manager, adidas SoccerSports Endeavors, home to Soccer.com, Soccer Master and WorldSoccerShop, is looking for a motivated, ownership-driven marketer to lead our adidas partnership marketing efforts.This position offers a hybrid work environment, based in Hillsborough, NC with flexibility to work remotely within the area. We expect this role to be in-office 3+ days per week. Some travel is required for partner meetings and events, and the role occasionally requires a flexible schedule to support industry events on nights and weekends.Responsibilities

Play a key role in annual partnership strategy developmentLead execution of the co-op marketing plan across the soccer business unitDrive projects internally, taking ownership and managing cross-functionally to deliver strong programs and resultsManage and maintain an internal marketing launch calendar in partnership with adidas lead to make sure key launches are covered and planned forExecute product launches flawlessly to maximize revenue and brand development opportunitiesBuild and maintain budgets with adidas marketing manager for seasonal prioritiesHelp facilitate content briefs for adidas sports marketing team for athlete photoshoots and content needsIdentify and implement improvements to streamline key workflowsCommunicate plans and results clearly, including concepts, workplans, briefs, recaps and reportingBuild strong, trusted relationships with internal and external partners to strengthen partnership effectivenessRepresent Sports Endeavors professionally at partner eventsActively identify new opportunities to drive shared growth with adidas

Qualifications

Demonstrated soccer knowledge and experience3+ years of marketing experienceStrong understanding of marketing analytics and researchExcellent communication and interpersonal skillsProactive, driven approach with a track record of ownershipExperience in sports and/or ecommerce a plusBachelor's degree or equivalent experience

About Sports Endeavors Since 1984, our team has helped players, parents, coaches and fans pursue theirpassion for the sport by delivering unrivaled service and selection, expert advice and stories of inspiration. What began over 40 years ago as a small family business has grown into one of the world's leading soccer retailers.We believe in the power of sport to unite communities and change lives. That's why we created Passback, a program that collects and donates new or gently used gear to players from underserved communities. Passback has redistributed more than one million items to players in need.Headquartered in Hillsborough, NC, our "home field" is North Carolina's vibrant Triangle region that's also home to Chapel Hill, Durham and Raleigh.Benefits & PerksMedical, Dental and Vision Plans; company-matching 401k; flexible vacation and personal days; tuition reimbursement program; generous product discounts and more.