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commercial brand partenership manager Jobs in Kolkata metropolitan area, West Bengal, India at King Sports Management
Title: commercial brand partenership manager
Company: King Sports Management
Location: Kolkata metropolitan area, West Bengal, India
Company Description King Sports Management is a consulting agency specializing in athlete representation and commercial advisory services. As a FIFA Registered Football Intermediary, the company works closely with football players and other athletes to secure professional opportunities and strategic partnerships. King Sports Management focuses on empowering athletes to reach their full potential both on and off the field through tailored guidance and support. The agency collaborates with clubs, brands, and stakeholders worldwide to create long-term, mutually beneficial relationships. Team members join a dynamic, growth-oriented environment that values integrity, performance, and innovation in sports management.
Role Description The Commercial Brand Partnership Manager is a full-time onsite role responsible for identifying, negotiating, and managing brand partnerships for the agency and its athletes. Day-to-day tasks include prospecting and evaluating potential commercial partners, preparing proposals and pitch decks, and leading partnership negotiations in coordination with internal stakeholders. The role involves managing ongoing partner relationships, overseeing contract deliverables, and ensuring that brand activations align with athlete profiles and agency strategy. The manager will monitor market trends, maintain a pipeline of opportunities, and collaborate with marketing and communications teams to execute campaigns and sponsorships. This position requires regular reporting on performance, revenue impact, and partnership outcomes to leadership.
Qualifications
- Experience in commercial partnerships, sponsorship sales, or business development within sports, entertainment, or related industries.
- Strong relationship management skills, with the ability to build and sustain long-term partnerships with brands, agencies, and rights holders.
- Proficiency in negotiation, contract management, and deal structuring, with attention to detail and risk mitigation.
- Ability to develop and deliver compelling presentations, proposals, and pitch materials tailored to diverse stakeholders.
- Analytical skills to evaluate market opportunities, measure partnership performance, and produce clear reports and insights.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English; additional languages in global football markets are an advantage.
- Demonstrated understanding of sports marketing, athlete branding, and digital media trends; prior work with football or athlete representation is a plus.
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Sports Management, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.
Salary range between 15k to 20k in hand
