Sports Marketing Manager for Leading American Sports brand

Company Overview:
The worlds leading American sports/ lifestyle brand.  

Job Contents:



Develop and maintain a comprehensive Sports Marketing plan for Japan that is consistent with Global Sports Marketing plans.
Schedule & undertake Japan Sports Marketing Strategy Plan review sessions and build SM Strategic Plan.
Ensure Sports Marketing spend in Japan stays in-line with the development of the overall DC budget and revenue development.
Encourage Japan Sports Marketing leads to identify key stakeholders in Japan to develop a Sports Marketing network that will put "The Company"  in a position to be at the table for any key opportunities.
Develop athletes tracking/scouting mechanism and assist and when needed lead key re/negotiations.
Where necessary and relevant develop and maintain long-term relationships with athletes, clubs, and federations.
Work with Brand marketing to drive Sports Marketing team in leveraging "The Company" athletes whenever possible & relevant and integrate our athletes & teams in all relevant marketing initiatives.

Requirements:



Minimum of 5-year experience in Sports Marketing, federations and/or professional sports organizations.
Superior Negotiation Skills.
Passionate about Football/ Sports and has competed.
Strong written and oral communication skills. Ability to communicate plans across a complex matrix on a corporate regional and functional basis, including presenting before audiences of various sizes and cultures.
Knowledge of footwear and/or apparel industry is preferred.
PC literacy with Excel, Powerpoint, Word and Keynote is needed.
Language requirement (e.g. Fluency in Japanese and English required. minimum TOEIC 800+)

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