Location: Mississauga, Ontario

Job Schedule: Full-time, (Hybrid 4 days onsite, 1 day Remote) 

Education Requirement: Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Events, Management or related field preferred or equivalent

Sponsorship: No   

Come Drive Innovation with Us. 

We are currently looking for an Manager, Strategic Sponsorships to join our team in Mississauga, ON. 

POSITION SUMMARY

The incumbent will report to the Sr. Manager, Marketing and will provide strategic and executional leadership for all sponsorships, partnerships and events for the Nissan brand in Canada. This includes working with the Sr Manager and Director, Marketing to set the strategic direction, developing annual business plans, and performing all budget, contractual and administrative work associated with the programs in this functional area. This position also co-ordinates activities with a variety of stakeholders, including within the marketing team (CMM, C&I, Marcomm), broader NCI teams (PR, web, CRM etc) as well as with outside partners, dealers, field teams and others.

A Day in the Life:   

Support for Sponsorships & Events:

• Oversee and execute all planning, negotiation (in coordination with NCI Purchasing and Legal) and execution of sponsorships & events for Nissan brand in Canada, with support for INFINITI brand on occasion (i.e. Autoshows). This includes direct ownership of the relationship with contractual partners (i.e. Canadian Hockey League), leading the program and acting as liaison and coordinator with internal NCI and external stakeholders (i.e. field/regional teams, dealers, web/CRM, marcom, executive team etc). 50%
• Provide strategic and executional leadership and support for Regional Managers (RGMs) and ROMs within the NCI regions, to assist in their execution of tactical events & sponsorship initiatives. This support can include coordination of finance & purchasing functions (issuance of PO’s), coordination and assistance with outside vendors (i.e. brand ambassadors, displays, events agreements etc) and other necessary tasks. 20%
• Coordinate and lead annual sponsorship & events budget planning, including issuance of necessary annual and ad hoc Purchase Orders in accordance with NCI DOA and finance policies, as well as ongoing monthly budget tracking and consolidation, to ensure programs are executed within applicable budgets. 20%
• Conduct evaluation and lead the communication with outside partners and vendors, either inbound or outbound, as it relates to potential new opportunities for the Nissan brand. Evaluations may be conducted internally, or with the help of outside vendors, to determine benefit and value for the Nissan brand, as well as fit with overall brand strategy. 10%

Who We’re Looking for:  

Minimum Qualifications:

The following qualification factors reflect the minimum skills and abilities required of the qualified applicant.

Knowledge: Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Events, Management or related field preferred or equivalent experience is required. Minimum of 7 to 10 years of comprehensive professional experience in business management, events management, sponsorship and/or partnership management or related field. Prior Nissan marketing or sales background preferred. Strong analytical and project coordination experience.  Able to maintain a high level of confidentiality.  Possess the desire to work in a fast-paced team atmosphere.  Biased for action.  Strong self-management and organizational skills.  Ability to absorb and objectively understand new materials. Thorough computer knowledge, such as Microsoft Word, Powerpoint and Excel for creation of spreadsheets, presentations, and other PC or Mainframe applications to resolve complex problems in day-to-day situations. Bilingual in French is an asset.

Interpersonal Skills:  This role requires strong interpersonal communication skills – positive and collaborative attitude is a must, with a desire to build relationships and trust across multiple departments and stakeholders.  Clear, concise and persuasive in written and oral communications. The ability to interface with all levels of management, and strong business acumen.  Excellent negotiation skills with ability to assess and handle politically sensitive issues and complex problems, while achieving best solution for Nissan.  Ability to apply a sense of objectivity, especially in understanding and assessing multiple functions. Leadership: Track record of leadership, managing vendor(s), and facilitating cross-functional team decisions/direction.  Ability to build consensus based upon credible information and analysis. Ability to convince and motivate others not directly reporting them. Ability to initiate and develop avenues to implement changes and recommendations into a process not under direct control.

Complexity and Problem Solving:  There can be problems for which no guidelines or precedents exist, requiring a considerable level of analysis/creativity to identify solution. This  position will deal with varied and often complex situations and requirements.  Decisions often need to be made quickly.  Problems encountered routinely require coordination and creativity, as well as decisiveness. 

Physical and Sensory Demands: The position entails a moderate degree of sensory effort (i.e. active listening skills, presentations, meeting facilitation, conference calls/video meetings, analyzing data/results). There is moderate physical effort (i.e. facilitation, meetings, training, walking and climbing stairs, inspecting vehicles, where necessary, and test driving vehicles when required).  

People Management:  This position has direct management and responsibility for the day-to-day activities, direction, performance management and career guidance of the Sr Planner, Events & Sponsorships.

Decision-making/Impact of the Position: The incumbent is authorized to make decisions in the actions/performance;  day to day requirements including: policy application.  Approval is required from Executive for new or significant changes to programs & policies; purchases above signing authority (DOA). If a decision made is either improper/ incorrect the impact can affect employees,  departments and/or the organization with negative and potentially costly results.   

WORKING CONDITIONS

Frequent multiple conflicting deadlines. Although there is some exposure to conditions such as extreme temperature and disagreeable weather the work environment is safe. Overnight travel required (up to one week increments), minimum 3 times per year.

PRIVACY STATEMENT

It is the responsibility of each Manager to ensure that all conditions of the Privacy Act are upheld within Nissan.  This includes ensuring employees clearly understand and formally consent to the gathering and usage of any personal information and that such information shall be kept strictly confidential within the confines of its intended use.

What You’ll Look Forward to at Nissan: 

Career Growth and Continuous Learning Opportunities: Benefit from diverse career paths, cross-departmental moves, and innovative learning platforms. Enhance your skills through seminars, leadership training, and tuition reimbursement programs, all while playing a vital role in shaping the future of transportation. From day one, you'll have the support to tackle challenges and contribute to impactful solutions across our organization. 

Rewards: Be supported with a Comprehensive Benefits Package, including medical, mental health, parental leave, retirement savings & unique Nissan perks, including discounts on lease vehicles as part of our Employee Lease Program and a Vehicle Purchase Program (VPP). For more information, access our Nissan Benefits Overview Guide. 

Built for Your Best:  

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All employment is contingent upon successful completion of background screenings in accordance with Nissan policies and as permitted by applicable statutes and regulations.

It is Nissan’s policy to provide Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of race, gender, military status, disability, or any other status protected by law. Candidates for this position must be legally authorized to work in Canada and will be required to provide proof of employment eligibility at the time of hire.

NISSAN FOR EVERYONE

People are our most valuable assets, and Nissan seeks to maximize the power of each individual member of our team. When everyone belongs, the power of NISSAN is undeniable. Nissan aims to improve business results through a workplace and business that meets the needs of our employees and customer base.

Nissan is committed to creating a culture where everyone belongs and employees, customers, and partners feel respected, valued, and heard. We have Business Synergy Teams (BSTs) across the Americas that are open to all employees and seek to connect employees through common interests and foster a company culture where all employees feel supported and included.

Nissan also values inclusion in our business as we respect and recognize the diversity of our customer base and the communities where we do business. We are committed to procuring innovative goods and services, retailing our products, and communicating from a position that will help us continue to offer our customers competitively designed, market-driven products.

Join us as we carry our commitment to our employees and customers into the future.

Salary Range:

This compensation range represents the minimum to midpoint base salary rates at Nissan for jobs assigned to this particular grade level. Please note that an employee’s base salary may occasionally be set above the midpoint of the salary band for this grade level, in recognition of the employee’s unique skills, work experience, education, work location, or market conditions. Compensation decisions also consider internal equity and comparisons with the base salary rates of other employees with similar backgrounds working in comparable roles. Note: Bonus, benefits, and other forms of variable compensation are not included in the base-salary range shown above.