SAMPLE JOBS | | SPORTS CAREERS Members have access to the latest Sports Industry jobs...over 1,500 at any given time! Here is a sampling of a typical job listing from SPORTS CAREERS: | | | | Expert Project Manager | | | | Employer: | NIKE Inc.... | | Job Category: | Finance/Admin/Management | | Target Work Status: | Full Time | | Location: | West | | Posted/Updated: | 4/25/2008 10:29:59 AM MST | | | |
| | Overview: | | As our Expert Project Manager in our Global Project Delivery Office, you’ll manage the full-lifecycle implementations of large-scale, global projects. ... | | Description: | As our Expert Project Manager in our Global Project Delivery Office, you’ll manage the full-lifecycle implementations of large-scale, global projects. You’ll partner with business stakeholders to define project goals, scope, approach, budget, risk mitigation plan and communications strategy; strive to align business processes across multiple stakeholder groups; and facilitate the execution of project plans. You'll also direct the project-related tasks and milestones for a cross-functional team. In addition, you'll work closely with our Project Management Center of Excellence to define and implement consistent and standard processes across the Global Project Delivery Office.
Requirements for the position include:
Bachelors' degree in Business, Computer Science or a related field
8 years’ professional experience within consulting or business environment leading complex programs/projects utilizing industry standard project management methodology
2 years’ additional relevant professional experience in lieu of a degree
Preferred experience with end to end business processes in Finance, Supply Chain, Retail and or Digital Commerce.
Experience delivering global business and technology projects or programs preferred
Experience with Cadence project management methodology or other equivalent PMI-based methodology
Excellent written and verbal communication skills including an ability to clearly communicate with both business and technical audiences
Strong influencing skills and ability to interact with executive and senior management
PMI or other project management certification is preferred ... | | How To Apply: | | Contact: | Available to SPORTS CAREERS Members | | Phone: | Available to SPORTS CAREERS Members | | Fax: | Available to SPORTS CAREERS Members | | Email: | Available to SPORTS CAREERS Members | | | | | Address: | Available to SPORTS CAREERS Members | | | | | City: | Available to SPORTS CAREERS Members | | State: | Available to SPORTS CAREERS Members | | Zip: | Available to SPORTS CAREERS Members |
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| | Marketing Manager | | | | Employer: | ESPN... | | Job Category: | Sales/Mktg/Advt/Promotions | | Target Work Status: | Full Time | | Location: | Northeast | | Posted/Updated: | 4/20/2008 9:19:30 AM MST | | | |
| | Overview: | | The Marketing Manager will assist in developing and executing comprehensive marketing plans and advertising strategies for all programs and properties.... | | Description: | The Marketing Manager will assist in developing and executing comprehensive marketing plans and advertising strategies for all programs and properties to which he/she is assigned. This includes developing an in-depth knowledge and understanding of the assigned sports and their fans; analyzing ratings trends; working with Research to identify opportunities for growing viewership/consumption and identifying fan insights around which to develop strategies for growth; leading creative development and production of marketing communications with advertising agencies and ESPN’s internal Creative Services group; developing and managing production timetables; coordinating internal legal approval of advertising concepts; ensuring the accuracy of all key programming information to be communicated in advertising; and, managing the successful/timely integration of advertising with our internal Media/On-Air Scheduling group. Assignments include: Men’s and Women’s College Basketball and Golf. Marketing plans should appropriately leverage the full complement of ESPN assets (the ESPN television networks, ESPN The Magazine, ESPN Radio, ESPN.com, etc.) and, when appropriate, off-channel media. The Marketing Manager serves as a liaison with key internal constituencies including Programming, Production, Corporate Communications, Legal, ESPN/Disney/ABC Synergy, ESPN Enterprises, ESPN Customer Marketing and Sales, and Affiliate Sales and Marketing. The Marketing Manager will also have direct contact with key external constituencies such as relevant sports Leagues. The Marketing Manager is responsible for evaluating and providing strategic direction on creative at various stages of development. He/she is further charged with managing the production budgets for those properties to which he/she is assigned. The Marketing Manager is responsible for and will manage a Marketing Coordinator in the day-to-day maintenance of his/her assignments including communicating the status of projects to appropriate members of the Marketing, Media/On-Air Scheduling, Creative Services and Affiliate Marketing groups. The position reports to the Senior Director, Sports Marketing.
Qualifications/Requirements
Four year college degree. Minimum of 5 years of marketing experience in an advertising agency as an account manager or in the marketing department of a consumer packaged goods or retail company, a TV network or a sports league. An understanding of marketing fundamentals, including evaluating qualitative and quantitative research, writing strategies, evaluating creative and managing budgets. An understanding of and experience in TV, print, radio and online production. Good communication, organization and interpersonal skills. Proficiency in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint and Excel. A passion for sports. ... | | How To Apply: | | Contact: | Available to SPORTS CAREERS Members | | Phone: | Available to SPORTS CAREERS Members | | Fax: | Available to SPORTS CAREERS Members | | Email: | Available to SPORTS CAREERS Members | | | | | Address: | Available to SPORTS CAREERS Members | | | | | City: | Available to SPORTS CAREERS Members | | State: | Available to SPORTS CAREERS Members | | Zip: | Available to SPORTS CAREERS Members |
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| | Assistant Vice President, Player Marketing | | | | Employer: | NFL Players Association... | | Job Category: | Sales/Mktg/Advt/Promotions | | Target Work Status: | Full Time | | Location: | Northeast | | Posted/Updated: | 4/24/2008 1:40:29 PM MST | | | |
| | Overview: | | Develop and implement the annual player marketing activation plan and the strategies, objectives, tactics and resources necessary to achieve departmental goals. ... | | Description: | Established in 1956, the National Football League Players Association is the union for professional football players in the National Football League. In 1993, the NFLPA was officially recognized as the union representing the players and its current Collective Bargaining Agreement governs the sport at least until 2008. Visit www.nflpa.org for more information.
PLAYERS INC is the NFLPA's for-profit licensing and marketing subsidiary. Visit www.nflplayers.com for more information.
We're looking for a hands-on, self-starter with a positive attitude and strong work ethic to take on the role of AVP, Player Marketing.
PRIMARY DUTIES INCLUDE:
- Develop and implement the annual player marketing activation plan and the strategies, objectives, tactics and resources necessary to achieve departmental goals
- Manage, direct and lead staff including two Player Marketing Managers
- Provide marketing support and input to the leadership team of the Player Marketing department by assisting with building, developing and managing player marketing staff
- Oversee and coordinate the activation of players and coaches in the marketplace with sponsors, licensees, and partners
- Create and develop strategy for scheduling, tracking promotions and communicating results regularly to the Vice President of Player Marketing.
- Coordinate, monitor and continuously improve the business, both externally and internally by working with key management teams of the organization (Corporate Marketing, Multimedia, Collectibles and Communications) to exceed goals and objectives
- Optimize the marketing efforts and results by consulting and working with the Vice President, Asst. Vice President, Managers and other vital team members
- Serve as a liaison with Corporate Partnerships and Licensing facilitating deals with sponsors and licensees
- Assist in coordinating and managing annual budget, including preparing quarterly revenue projections
- Prepare employee goals and provide year end staff evaluations
REQUIREMENTS:
- Demonstrated ability to effectively multi-task and prioritize, manage against a budget, communicate with internal and external teams, and show ownership for projects from start to finish.
- Strong leadership skills, with the ability to inspire, motivate and work alongside team members.
- Must be an individual of unquestioned integrity, ethics, and values
- Broad functional experience in areas of strategic planning and marketing, business development and promotions
- Knowledge of Internet and Web-based promotion vehicles a plus
- Strong interpersonal skills, maturity and good judgment
- Capable of communicating with a diverse range of individuals with the ability to manage multiple-projects, with multiple internal customers
- Possess and demonstrate an extremely strong proficiency in communication skills, both written and verbal
- Customer service oriented demeanor
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel required; experience using Microsoft Access, Power Point and Word a plus
- Minimum of 5 to 7 years of supervisory management experience.
- Minimum of 5 to 7 years of proven marketing experience developing and executing integrated marketing plans utilizing advertising, branding and other related communication activities
- Bachelors Degree in Marketing, Sports Marketing, Business or other relevant field required
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