Senior Business Development Partnership Manager

Senior Business Development Partnership ManagerJoin to apply for the Senior Business Development Partnership Manager role at San Diego Zoo Wildlife AllianceThe Senior Business Development Partnership Manager develops, solicits, and closes corporate partnership deals, while establishing and nurturing partner relationships that generate revenue for SDZWA. This position oversees a Senior Business Development Representative.What you will doPursue new partner relationships, including building proposals, pitching/storytelling, negotiating and executing agreements.Oversee Senior Representative, coordinating inbound activation and sponsorship requests, and managing existing partners, including contract fulfillment.Collaborate with internal stakeholders on partner opportunities.Negotiate and execute renewals as warranted.Represent SDZWA at industry or external events.What we are looking forThe San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance is looking for a driven and strategic-minded Senior Business Development Partnership Manager to grow our partnership initiatives with national and global brands aligned with our mission.Job Experience3+ years of experience in national and/or global sponsorship sales, promotions or partnerships required.Experience in a zoo or theme park preferred.Experience in a not-for-profit organization preferred.Education and CertificationsBachelor's degree in business administration, marketing, communications, or a related field required.Skills and KnowledgeMarketing techniquesSponsorship marketing trendsCommunicate effectively (verbal and written)NegotiationPlan and develop partnership programsDevelop and maintain partnership relationshipsProficiency in Excel and PowerPointProficiency in KeynoteWork well with others in a diverse environmentSome of the perks you will enjoy as a team memberFree admission to the San Diego Zoo and the San Diego Zoo Safari ParkFamily PassesComplimentary TicketsLocal and In-House DiscountsEmployee Assistance ProgramWellness ProgramImportant detailsSalary Rate: $113,409.60Seniority level: Mid-Senior levelEmployment type: Full-timeJob function: Business Development and MarketingIndustries: Non-profit OrganizationsJ-18808-Ljbffr