Job Description
TITLE: Brand Partnerships Marketing Manager

POSITION TYPE: Full Time (W2)

LOCATION: Plano, TX

ABOUT WorldLink:

WorldLink is a rapidly growing information technology company at the forefront of the tech transformation. From custom software development to cloud hosting, from big data to cognitive computing, we help companies harness and leverage today's most cutting-edge digital technologies to create value and grow.

Collaborative. Respectful. Work hard Play hard. A place to dream and do. These are just a few words that describe what life is like at WorldLink. We embrace a culture of experimentation and constantly strive for improvement and learning.

We take pride in our employees and their future with continued growth and career advancement. We put TEAM first. We are a competitive group that like to win. We're grounded by humility and driven by ambition. We're passionate, and we love tough problems and new challenges. You don't hear a lot of "I don't know how" or "I can't" at WorldLink. If you are passionate about what you do and having fun while doing it; tired of rigid and strict work environments and would like to work in a non-bureaucratic startup cultural environment, WorldLink may be the place for you.

For more information about our craft, visit https://worldlink-us.com .

WHO we're looking for:

We are looking for a Brand Partnerships Marketing Manager to join our team.

Role and Responsibilities:

• Identify the right Partnerships that align with specific campaigns and device launches. Map specific Partners to campaign and launch objectives, audiences and sales.
• Establish and execute professional Partnership frameworks that bring to life Partner and our Product & Human Truths to create brand and business synergies.
• Negotiate & execute commercial terms & contracts to secure partnerships - working with internal stakeholders such as Legal, Finance, Compliance and Procurement.
• Take end-to-end accountability for bringing Partnerships to life in marketing - always with a consumer-first mindset. Whilst you'll be working with other stakeholders, you will be accountable for the ultimate success of your Partners.
• Track, analyze and report against marketing/Partnerships KPIs and metrics, and take corrective action where needed.
• Take a consultative role for multiple internal stakeholders - be a source of expertise in Partnerships and Business Development.
• Identify synergies between Partnerships and our Carrier/Retail account teams and their specific needs to ensure that Carriers/Retailers achieve their goals, and we amplify Partnerships using their scale and resources.
• Work closely with Finance to ensure all plans are within budget, and all approvals handled within compliance and guidelines.
• Ensure that the x-functional team across the organization is fully aware of which Partnerships are live and in progress. Develop best practice around information sharing and evangelizing.

Required Experience and Education:

• 8+ years in Partnership Marketing, Partnerships, Business Development, Account Management or Channel Sales Management.
• BA/BS degree in marketing, communications or business management.
• Business development/Partnerships/Account Management experience negotiating complex deals with large, international companies.
• Experience working with technology platforms and internet brands.
• Existing connections and relationships with the world's leading media & internet brands.
• Strong project/program management experience.

Necessary Skills and Attributes:

• Self-motivated individual with the ability to thrive in a team-based or independent environment.
• Detail-oriented with strong organization skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Limited supervision and the exercise of discretion.
• Ability to negotiate contracts with a strong bias for up-holding legal, compliance and financial policies and following proper procedure.
• An iterative thinker who can challenge the status quo.
• Consummate collaborator committed to communication excellence.
• Ability to think strategically about issues, leading to recommendations and action plans.
• Ability to think quickly and make decisions, sometimes without all the necessary information.
• Comfortable presenting at CxO level.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by contract employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the contract employee is occasionally required to stand, clean, crawl, kneel, sit, sort, hold, squat, stoop, stand, twist the body, walk, use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls, reach with hands and arms, climb stairs or ladders and scaffolding, talk or hear, and lift up to 20 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include ability to distinguish the nature of objects by using the eye. Operate a computer keyboard and view a video display terminal between 50% - 95% of work time, including prolonged periods of time. Requires considerable (90%+) work utilizing high visual acuity/detail, numeric/character distinction, and moderate hand/finger dexterity.

Performs work under time schedules and stress which are normally periodic or cyclical, including time sensitive deadlines, intellectual challenge, some language barriers, and project management deadlines. May require working additional time beyond normal schedule and periodic travel.

WHAT we'll bring:

During your interview process, our team can fill you in on all the details of our industry-competitive benefits and career development opportunities. A few highlights include:

• Medical Plans
• Dental Plans
• Vision Plan
• Life & Accidental Death & Dismemberment
• Short-Term Disability
• Long-Term Disability
• Critical Illness/ Accident/ Hospital Indemnity/ Identity Theft Protection
• 401(k)

WHAT you should know:

Our success begins and ends with our people. We embrace diverse perspectives and value unique human experiences. WorldLink is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. All employment at WorldLink is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need. We endeavor to continue our footprint as a diverse organization by highlighting opportunities for all people. WorldLink considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion or belief, sex, (including pregnancy and gender identity), age, national origin, political affiliation, citizenship status, marital status, military/veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, physical or mental disability or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws. People with disabilities who need assistance with any part of the application process should contact us.

This job description is designed to cover the main responsibilities and duties of the role but is not designed to be a comprehensive list of all.