LA28 Olympic & Paralympic Games
Manager, Business Integration
LA28 Olympic & Paralympic Games, Los Angeles, California, United States, 90079
Manager, Business Integration:
This operational and analytical position will play an instrumental role in the integration of sponsors of LA 2028 and Team USA. As a Manager on the business integration team, the candidate will work independently with the functional leaders and be responsible for supporting the connection between the operational function and various other functions within and outside of the LA28 organizing committee and specifically developing and driving the operational processes required to identify and quantify business integration opportunities across multiple sponsorship categories and partners. The candidate should exhibit strong leadership and managerial skills, and the ability to source creative and innovative solutions at a rapid pace. The position will require cross - functional collaboration and partnership to drive operational and commercialization objectives. This role will report to the Sr. Director, Business Integration
Key Responsibilities:
Support the analysis of business back, value in kind, and/or supply rights opportunities for sponsorship categories and specific brands that are interested in becoming domestic partners
Lead the development of business integration templates for each category that allows the sales team to clearly understand the opportunity for each target company
Partner with the functional area experts within the organizing committee (e.g. Games Operations, Impact, Finance, IT, HR, etc.) to get a deep understanding of budgets and operational needs
Liaise with our partners at the USOPC and NBC to understand their supply needs and integrating that information into the category and target company supply analysis
Act as voice of commercial team when reviewing procurement events
Ensure that all business integration strategies and practices consider and promote diversity and inclusion
Oversee partner supply agreements, including negotiation support and the development of a program to ensure efficient and effective management and orchestration of partner supply rights
Lead feasibility studies, requirement assessments, and the development and implementation of solutions that drive business results (e.g. ticketing, hospitality, data capture)
Manage functional area “rhythm of business” through project management tools and best practices
Ability to work in a dynamic environment where problem solving amidst ambiguity is essential
Self-starter with experience in defining tasks, seeking feedback, and evolving work where applicable
Ability to lead by influence in an environment with complex interdependencies
Ability to work effectively in a close team environment, providing project management for various projects and initiatives
Proven ability of building good interpersonal relationships with people across the organization, while balancing assertiveness with diplomacy
A collaborative mindset; someone who prioritizes the team and fosters a culture of high performance without ego
Ability to implement and manage change effectively
A civic-minded attitude; experience and/or interest in working for a non-profit
An excitement for the committee's mission of building the best Olympic and Paralympic Games, while thinking differently all along the way
Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:
Able to work on-site in an open office environment, based in Los Angeles, CA
Hours of work may vary, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, especially during peak event periods
5+ years of experience in a sales or business development environment. Procurement, finance, management consulting and/or project management experience is a plus
Sports league (OCOG, LOC, Host Committee experience a plus), team or agency experience preferred, with express understanding of sports and entertainment commercial landscape and how that delivers value for brand partners
Extremely detail-oriented with excellent analytical, organizational and presentation skills
Great written and oral communication skills
Education:
An undergraduate degree in marketing, operations, or business, or equivalent work experience
MBA/JD preferred
The annual base salary range for this position is $88,000-$115,000. The pay scale provided is the range that LA28 reasonably expects to pay as starting base compensation for this role. All LA28 compensation remains subject to final determination based on individual candidate qualifications, experience, or other reasonable criteria consistent with LA28’s operational business needs and applicable law.
LA28-USOPP does not provide relocation assistance.
LA28 is committed to fair and unbiased recruitment procedures allowing all applicants an equal opportunity for employment, free from discrimination on the basis of religion, race, sex, age, sexual orientation, disability, color, ethnic or national origin, or any other classification as may be protected by applicable law.
LA28 will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance and all applicable laws. We strive to build a team that is inclusive and encourage qualified candidates of all backgrounds, perspectives, and identities to apply. We assess applications based on relevant skills, education, and experience a candidate can add to our team.
Voluntary Inclusion and Disclosure LA2028 Inclusion is a core pillar of our values and behaviors. This section of the application process helps us strengthen our hiring practices by anonymized data collection. Responses are voluntary and will be used in aggregate. This information will not be used in hiring decisions.
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This operational and analytical position will play an instrumental role in the integration of sponsors of LA 2028 and Team USA. As a Manager on the business integration team, the candidate will work independently with the functional leaders and be responsible for supporting the connection between the operational function and various other functions within and outside of the LA28 organizing committee and specifically developing and driving the operational processes required to identify and quantify business integration opportunities across multiple sponsorship categories and partners. The candidate should exhibit strong leadership and managerial skills, and the ability to source creative and innovative solutions at a rapid pace. The position will require cross - functional collaboration and partnership to drive operational and commercialization objectives. This role will report to the Sr. Director, Business Integration
Key Responsibilities:
Support the analysis of business back, value in kind, and/or supply rights opportunities for sponsorship categories and specific brands that are interested in becoming domestic partners
Lead the development of business integration templates for each category that allows the sales team to clearly understand the opportunity for each target company
Partner with the functional area experts within the organizing committee (e.g. Games Operations, Impact, Finance, IT, HR, etc.) to get a deep understanding of budgets and operational needs
Liaise with our partners at the USOPC and NBC to understand their supply needs and integrating that information into the category and target company supply analysis
Act as voice of commercial team when reviewing procurement events
Ensure that all business integration strategies and practices consider and promote diversity and inclusion
Oversee partner supply agreements, including negotiation support and the development of a program to ensure efficient and effective management and orchestration of partner supply rights
Lead feasibility studies, requirement assessments, and the development and implementation of solutions that drive business results (e.g. ticketing, hospitality, data capture)
Manage functional area “rhythm of business” through project management tools and best practices
Ability to work in a dynamic environment where problem solving amidst ambiguity is essential
Self-starter with experience in defining tasks, seeking feedback, and evolving work where applicable
Ability to lead by influence in an environment with complex interdependencies
Ability to work effectively in a close team environment, providing project management for various projects and initiatives
Proven ability of building good interpersonal relationships with people across the organization, while balancing assertiveness with diplomacy
A collaborative mindset; someone who prioritizes the team and fosters a culture of high performance without ego
Ability to implement and manage change effectively
A civic-minded attitude; experience and/or interest in working for a non-profit
An excitement for the committee's mission of building the best Olympic and Paralympic Games, while thinking differently all along the way
Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:
Able to work on-site in an open office environment, based in Los Angeles, CA
Hours of work may vary, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, especially during peak event periods
5+ years of experience in a sales or business development environment. Procurement, finance, management consulting and/or project management experience is a plus
Sports league (OCOG, LOC, Host Committee experience a plus), team or agency experience preferred, with express understanding of sports and entertainment commercial landscape and how that delivers value for brand partners
Extremely detail-oriented with excellent analytical, organizational and presentation skills
Great written and oral communication skills
Education:
An undergraduate degree in marketing, operations, or business, or equivalent work experience
MBA/JD preferred
The annual base salary range for this position is $88,000-$115,000. The pay scale provided is the range that LA28 reasonably expects to pay as starting base compensation for this role. All LA28 compensation remains subject to final determination based on individual candidate qualifications, experience, or other reasonable criteria consistent with LA28’s operational business needs and applicable law.
LA28-USOPP does not provide relocation assistance.
LA28 is committed to fair and unbiased recruitment procedures allowing all applicants an equal opportunity for employment, free from discrimination on the basis of religion, race, sex, age, sexual orientation, disability, color, ethnic or national origin, or any other classification as may be protected by applicable law.
LA28 will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance and all applicable laws. We strive to build a team that is inclusive and encourage qualified candidates of all backgrounds, perspectives, and identities to apply. We assess applications based on relevant skills, education, and experience a candidate can add to our team.
Voluntary Inclusion and Disclosure LA2028 Inclusion is a core pillar of our values and behaviors. This section of the application process helps us strengthen our hiring practices by anonymized data collection. Responses are voluntary and will be used in aggregate. This information will not be used in hiring decisions.
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