Join a team of proud, passionate, and caring people that together share their diverse talents and backgrounds to serve our members and grow the game of golf. Being at the PGA of America means you are supported, respected, and appreciated for your contributions.
Assist with the day-to-day operations of the Partnership Development team including assisting in the creation of programming through activation on deliverables for Partners and maximize revenue while driving maximum benefit and services to the Association and its constituents.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Support the Account Manager and Senior Director of Partnerships on the day-to-day management of key Association corporate partners, while acting as general support for the Partnership Development team.
Work closely with the Account Manager to develop long-term strategies related to each partner as well as day-to-day contractual obligations.
Interface with clients and their respective agencies (when applicable) to assist with partnership development, enhance activation(s) and deliver on commitments to help ensure renewal.
Assist with partner activation efforts that meet the PGA’s mission of serving the member and growing the game.
Lead recording of meetings, both internal/external, while supporting logistics of local and national marketing programs, partner status reports/calls, and management of national partner outing platform.
Review proposed marketing materials submitted by partners to ensure they are effective are in keeping with trademark, brand, and designation guidelines, as well as the Association’s integrity, and help drive PGA brand recognition.
Assist in managing logistics and details across key events – including but not limited to the annual partner summit, year to go celebrations, event specific events, and receptions, and send company-wide invitations.
Assist manager with scheduling meetings, agendas for planning meetings, and expected to take thorough recap notes of each partner or team call.
Provide initial draft versions of internal and external-facing documents, including but not limited to event recaps and annual marketing plans.
Assist in the new business and contract renewal process by creating contract summaries for each applicable corporate partner and sharing the contents with internal parties (finance, Championships, etc.).
Assist sales team with updating new business pipeline reports and sales documents.
Assist with planning and managing events tailored to new business prospects.
Create purchase orders and payment requisitions for Partnership Development and purchases and/or contracts.
Manage ancillary responsibilities for Partnership Management team, including but not limited to contractual partner media budgets/deliverables, PGA.org upkeep, and weekly/monthly Member communication on behalf of partners, etc.
INCLUSION:
Contribute to a respectful and inclusive team environment by welcoming and respecting others’ beliefs, backgrounds, identities, abilities, and individuality to help ensure a supportive and engaging experience for Association Members, partners, customers, and guests. PGA of America respects the uniqueness of each employee and offers everyone the means to find their place and thrive.
SHARED VALUES:
Embody the organization's shared values and help ensure the organization's values-based culture thrives by proactively identifying and addressing any shared values challenges and opportunities you are experiencing.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Bachelor’s degree (B.A.) in Communications, Marketing, Public Relations or related major.
One year of experience in marketing, sales and/or promotions.
Sports and/or entertainment experience preferred but not mandatory.
SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:
Must have knowledge of managing multiple priorities, in a multi-functional work environment. Knowledge of marketing principles and practices and possess the ability to interact, collaborate and build relationships with various departments within PGA of America and established partners. Must also have excellent written and verbal communication skills and a general knowledge of the game. Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and Google Workspace.
Ability to travel up to 25%.
This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.
PGA does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship, veteran status, gender identity or expression, marital or familial status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, to ensure full equality of opportunity in all operations and activities of the organization, every staff member employed by the PGA shall be selected under fair employment procedures that provide equal employment opportunities to all people. DFWP.
