Sponsorship Enablement Manager , AWS Global Brand Partnerships

About the Role

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as subject matter expert to Sponsorship Program Managers for best practices on sponsorship program execution and enablement
• Work with 3rd party event agencies, guiding them to ensure timely delivery of sponsorship program deliverables
• Partner with agencies on discovery, ideation, and pricing strategies for sponsorship offerings based on the cost to execute
• Drive floorplan strategy in partnership with Global Events team
• Serve as a primary sponsor enablement contact as it pertains to managing the sponsorship support alias, ensuring a high bar for sponsor communications
• Contribute to the development of project plans and help in managing all deliverables and timelines associated with sponsorship
• Own end-to-end post-sale operational execution, including comprehensive project management oversight
• Lead operational execution of all sponsor benefits, including booth builds, sponsor pavilions, tool benefits, and deliverable tracking
• Create and implement scalable processes for tracking and reporting workback schedules
• Drive onsite preparation and execution across all sponsored elements
• Own sponsorship budget reporting and reconciliation with agency partners
• Support sponsorship program managers in detailing benefits delivery
• Oversee agency execution across multiple workstreams including project management, booth construction, and content submissions
• Build and maintain strong relationships with internal teams and external partners
• Establish inventory tracking mechanisms for all sponsorship benefits and own inventory reconciliation
• Support communication and enablement efforts, including alias management, weekly communications, and resource hub content

Requirements

• 5+ years of program or project management experience leading complex, technical initiatives
• Demonstrated experience managing agency relationships and large-scale event enablement and operations
• Strong track record of financial management and budget reconciliation
• Experience creating and implementing operational processes at scale
• Experience managing large-scale trade show or conference operations

Nice to Have

• MBA or relevant advanced degree
• Industry certifications (PMP, CEM, or equivalent)
• Experience in marketing enablement, event management, or similar technical program management roles

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience (implied by the need for advanced degrees and experience)
• 5+ years of relevant experience in program or project management

Benefits & Perks

• Competitive salary range from $72,600 to $155,200 based on location and experience
• Full range of medical, financial, and other benefits
• Flexible work hours and arrangements
• Inclusive team culture with affinity groups and ongoing learning events
• Mentorship and career growth opportunities