Senior Manager, Corporate Partnership Sales

Who We Are:

Minnesota United FC (MNUFC) is a professional soccer club competing in Major League Soccer (MLS), the top tier of soccer in North America. As a club driven by passion and community, we operate under the oversight of the U.S. Soccer Federation, a member of FIFA. Our headquarters are in Golden Valley, MN, with soccer operations based at the MNUFC Training Center in Blaine. On matchdays, we call Allianz Field in St. Paul home—one of the premier soccer-specific stadiums in the country.

Position:

The Senior Manager, Corporate Partnership Sales is part of the Corporate Partnerships department for Minnesota United FC (MNUFC), a sports business located in the Twins Cities area of Minnesota and a member of Major League Soccer (MLS), the top tier soccer league in North America. The Senior Manager, Corporate Partnership Sales will play a key role in growing the Club's corporate partnership portfolio by identifying, securing, and cultivating strategic partnerships that drive mutual business value. Through innovative sponsorship solutions spanning Minnesota United FC, Allianz Field, media, digital, community, and event platforms, this role connects brands with passionate fans and meaningful experiences.

Position Summary:

The Senior Manager, Corporate Partnership Sales will play a key role in growing the Club's corporate partnership portfolio by identifying, securing, and cultivating strategic partnerships that drive mutual business value. Through innovative sponsorship solutions spanning Minnesota United FC, Allianz Field, media, digital, community, and event platforms, this role connects brands with passionate fans and meaningful experiences.

This position is based in Golden Valley, MN and reports directly to the Director, Corporate Partnerships.

Why You’ll Love It Here:

At MNUFC, partnerships are more than sponsorships. They're strategic relationships that help fuel the growth of our club, strengthen our connection to the community, and create unforgettable experiences for fans. As part of our Corporate Partnerships team, you'll have the opportunity to collaborate with industry-leading brands, develop creative solutions, and bring impactful programs to life across MNUFC, Allianz Field, and our broader platform.

We're a passionate, collaborative team that thrives on building meaningful connections, thinking creatively, and delivering results. If you're energized by relationship-building, driven by the pursuit of new business, and excited to make a lasting impact both on and off the pitch, you'll find plenty of opportunity to grow, win, and make a difference here.

What You’ll Do:

• Identify and pursue new partnership opportunities across local and national markets, with a focus on driving significant revenue growth.

• Build and develop new business relationships through prospecting, networking, referrals, and client meetings.

• Grow and retain corporate partnerships by delivering value-driven solutions and expanding sponsorship investments.

• Collaborate with Partnership Marketing and cross-functional teams to develop innovative partnership opportunities and maximize revenue potential.

• Represent Minnesota United FC and Allianz Field throughout the business community, cultivating relationships that elevate the Club and generate new opportunities.

• Leverage data, insights, and business intelligence tools to drive prospect engagement, informed decision-making, and partnership growth.

• Consistently achieve and exceed sales goals in a competitive, high-performance environment.

What You’ll Bring:

• 5+ years of experience in corporate partnerships, sponsorship sales, B2B sales, media sales, business development, or related field.

• Proven success selling complex, integrated sponsorship or marketing partnerships.

• Demonstrated ability to generate new business through prospecting, cold outreach, networking, and relationship-building.

• Experience developing strategic marketing, sponsorship, or event activation plans that drive client objectives and business results.

• Strong presentation and storytelling skills, with the ability to create compelling proposals and deliver persuasive pitches.

• Exceptional verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.

• Experience managing multiple priorities and opportunities in a fast-paced, results-oriented environment.

• Self-motivated, competitive, and driven to exceed goals while contributing to team success.

• Experience with CRM and sales management platforms; KORE and Salesforce experience preferred.

• Knowledge of Major League Soccer, the sports sponsorship landscape, and the global soccer ecosystem is a plus.

Compensation & Benefits:

Minnesota United FC values the contributions of our team members and is committed to transparency in our compensation practices. The base salary range for this role is $70,000-$80,000 annually, with the opportunity to earn approximately $90,000-95,000 in total annual compensation through incentive pay. Incentive earnings are uncapped and based on performance. We provide a competitive benefits package that includes health coverage, retirement savings plans, paid time off, and additional perks to support you both personally and professionally.

MNUFC is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome all qualified applicants and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.