Manager, Partnerships

Where Conviviality is at work.

Pernod Ricard is a global premium spirits and wine company. We're the team behind leading brands such as ABSOLUT Vodka, Jameson Irish Whiskey, Malibu, Kahlua Liqueur, The Glenlivet Gin, and Skrewball whiskey, as well as many more superior wines and exquisite champagnes!

Working at Pernod Ricard is all about igniting conviviality in all that we do. Derived from the French word, convivialite...it means human connection, authenticity, friendly, and jovial. Conviviality is energy and spirit with a splash of je ne sais quoi and is a core philosophy around how we live and work at Pernod Ricard.

Guided by our 4 core values: (1) grounded in the real; (2) fiercely authentic; (3) passion for challenge; and (4) connected beyond borders; we are team players, dream makers, trailblazers, movers and (cocktail) shakers. We have a passion for living life to the fullest, making new friends every day, and realizing our potential as people and as a business!

The salary range for this role, based in New York, is $107,360.00 to $134,200.00. The range will vary if outside of this location. Base salaries are determined during our interview process, by assessing a candidate'sexperience, skills against internal peers and against the scope and responsibilities of the position.

PositionSummary

ThisrolewillsupportthedevelopmentandexecutionofstrategicentertainmentandsportspartnershipsacrossthePernodRicardbrandportfolio.Thisroledrivesculturalengagementbyactivatingpartnershipsthatembedbrandsinkeymomentsandenhanceconsumerexperiences.TheManagerwilloverseeexistingpartnerships,evaluatenewopportunities,andcollaboratewithinternalteamsandexternalagenciestoensurealignmentwithbrandandcommunicationsstrategies.

Who will love this job

You thrive at the intersection of creativity and strategy, with a passion for entertainment and sports marketing. You're a relationship builder who enjoys working cross-functionally and managing multiple priorities with precision. If you're proactive, detail-oriented, and energized by creating impactful brand activations, this role is for you.

What you'll do

Partnership Execution & Optimization

• Manage existing sports and music sponsorships in collaboration with lead agency and internal stakeholders.

• Execute partnership assets and activations across media, retail, and experiential channels.

• Track budgets, oversee invoicing, and compile quarterly recaps with ROI analysis and asset utilization.

• Coordinate with Earned & Paid Media teams on activations beyond core sports/music partnerships.

Strategic Planning Support

• Contribute to entertainment and sponsorship strategy development during the Integrated Activity Team (IAT) process.

• Support negotiations for partnerships alongside senior team members and agency partners.

• Collaborate with Commercial Marketing to ensure field relevance in partnership plans.

• Ensure compliance with legal and regulatory standards for all activations.

Partnership Development

• Monitor industry trends and identify emerging opportunities in entertainment and sports.

• Assess incoming partnership proposals and coordinate responses.

• Work with agency partners to explore new partnership streams and maintain relationship tracking.

Global Coordination & Product Placement

• Support U.S. execution of global product placement initiatives in film and television.

• Liaise with global product placement agency to facilitate brand integration opportunities.

• Share partnership results and insights with internal stakeholders.

What's in it for me?

Being part of an inclusive and diverse company where professional development and internal career mobility is front-and-center to our talent strategy. This means your career at Pernod Ricard has many possibilities. You'll be part of a culture that celebrates the rich diversity of our people across the globe and be part of our long-standing commitment to making exceptional products, giving back to our communities, and honoring our responsibility to preserve the environment.

Required qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, or related field.

• 5-7 years of experience in entertainment, sports marketing, or partnership management.

• Proven ability to manage strategic partnerships and cultural activations.

• Strong organizational and project management skills with attention to detail.

• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.

• Ability to travel up to 25% of the time

When you join Pernod Ricard, you'll experience a workplace that is rich in heritage, driven by our iconic brands and a long-standing commitment to sustainability, safety, and giving back to the people and communities where we work. We know that happiness at work starts with that feeling of belonging you get from an inclusive culture where being uniquely you is celebrated. Our values are lived, they drive our behaviors, and it's what brings our culture to life.

Our work philosophy celebrates the magic of human connection with the flexibility needed to provide one's most meaningful contribution. We offer a flexible work policy, with most of our positions offering a hybrid option with flexibility to work remotely 2 days a week. As a global employer, we understand that not everyone's working hours are the same, and we empower our employees to work the hours that make the most sense for them and their team's schedules.

We offer employees great benefits and perks to toast to a life filled with support. Check out PRUSABenefits.com for details.

Pernod Ricard USA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It employs qualified individuals based solely on ability, training, and experience, and does not and will not, discriminate for or against any employee or applicant for employment or promotion based upon actual or perceived race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, national origin, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military service or any other classification protected by law. Offers will be subject to United States local terms.

Pernod Ricard USA is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Pernod Ricard USA will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations for the hiring process. To request reasonable accommodation during the application process, contact us at PR_NA_TalentAcquisition@pernod-ricard.com.

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