Senior Marketing Manager Location: Hillsborough, NC (Hybrid – 3 Days In-Office Required) Position Type: Contract (4-6 Months)
Overview We are seeking an experienced Contract Senior Marketing Manager to join the Sports Endeavors team. Reporting directly to the Chief Marketing Officer, you will take ownership of high-priority projects and provide the critical bandwidth needed to drive our most important initiatives. In this role, you will be asked to be a team player, stretching across high-level strategy and "in the weeds" execution. If you understand the soccer retail landscape and thrive in fast-paced environments where no task is too big or too small, we want to hear from you.
Key Responsibilities • Strategic Project Execution: Lead the planning and tactical rollout of both online and experiential marketing initiatives tied to major soccer moments this year. • Business Growth: Collaborate with the marketing team to develop strategies and integrated marketing plans that solidify our position as the premier destination for Everything Soccer. • Cross-Functional Leadership: Act as a bridge between creative, digital, sales and merchandising teams to ensure all projects are delivered on time, on brand and on budget. • Operational Support: Provide bandwidth where needed to marketing leadership to allow the core team to remain focused on daily operations.
Qualifications • Experience: 7+ years of marketing experience, ideally within the sports retail industry. Experience with soccer-specific marketing is a massive plus and strong knowledge of the game is required. • Proven Execution: A track record of managing event activations. • Analytical & Creative: Ability to analyze data, as well as balance data-driven decision-making with creative storytelling that resonates with the soccer community. • Adaptability: Comfortable jumping into a project mid-stream and providing immediate value. • Communication: Exceptional interpersonal skills with the ability to manage expectations across various internal departments. • Education: Bachelor's Degree in Business, Marketing, Sports Management, or a related field. MBA is a plus.
Work Environment & Requirements • Hybrid Schedule: This role requires a minimum of 3 days per week in our Hillsborough, NC office to ensure seamless collaboration with our creative and merchandising hubs. • Timeline: This is a fixed-term contract lasting between 4 to 6 months, depending on project needs and performance. • Travel: Must hold a valid driver’s license and be comfortable with domestic and international travel (estimated 15%+).
Ready to jump in? Apply today to join the team and help us deliver the best experience in the world for soccer players, families and fans.
