CORP MARKETING/SPONSORSHIP MANAGER

About the Role

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee Kroger's sponsorship strategy and implementation of large-scale sponsorship programs to ensure coordination and standardized value creation across markets.
• Oversee media agency to ensure they deliver against business KPIs and master service agreement commitments.
• Develop sponsorship playbook and toolkit to streamline asset management and drive consistency in valuation, measurement, and brand alignment.
• Accountable for budgeting and forecasting the enterprise sponsorship budget, and auditing invoices to ensure contractual compliance.
• Lead all kick-off calls with agency and divisions to align on sponsorship objectives.
• Oversee sponsorship effectiveness in partnership with agency and media team, using CMA and other measurement tools.
• Inform executive stakeholders of sponsorship innovations and performance, and present to senior leadership and other organizational stakeholders.
• Manage all assigned projects to ensure they are on track, support organizational goals, and address roadblocks; report progress routinely.
• Supervise and coach direct reports, conduct performance reviews, and provide feedback.
• Work cooperatively in a high-paced, sometimes stressful environment and manage conflict effectively.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree.
• 2+ years of experience managing a team and/or agency relationships.
• 5+ years of experience in media planning/buying or sports sponsorships.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office.
• Strong relationship-building, leadership, and influencing skills.
• Excellent oral, written, presentation, diplomacy, and time management skills, with high comfort presenting to senior or executive leadership.
• Innovative, detail-oriented, analytical, results-driven, and adaptable to change and complexity.
• Ability to communicate, motivate, and develop talent positively and respectfully.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

Nice to Have

• Consumer packaged goods (CPG) or retail experience.

Qualifications

• Formal educational background includes a Bachelor's Degree.

Benefits & Perks

• Comprehensive healthcare coverage including medical, dental, vision, and prescriptions.
• Flexible scheduling with paid time off, holidays, and sick pay.
• Emotional and financial support through Employee Assistance Program and Goldman Sachs Ayco.
• Associate discounts on purchases including food, travel, and technology.
• Up to $21,000 in tuition reimbursement through Continuing Education program.
• Industry-leading training programs and diverse career pathways.