Manager, Partnerships

Entertainment And Sports Partnerships Manager

Pernod Ricard is a global premium spirits and wine company. We're the team behind leading brands such as ABSOLUT Vodka, Jameson Irish Whiskey, Malibu, Kahla Liqueur, The Glenlivet Gin, and Skrewball whiskey, as well as many more superior wines and exquisite champagnes!

Working at Pernod Ricard is all about igniting conviviality in all that we do. Derived from the French word, convivialitit means human connection, authenticity, friendly, and jovial. Conviviality is energy and spirit with a splash of je ne sais quoi and is a core philosophy around how we live and work at Pernod Ricard.

Guided by our 4 core values : (1) grounded in the real; (2) fiercely authentic; (3) passion for challenge; and (4) connected beyond borders; we are team players, dream makers, trailblazers, movers and (cocktail) shakers. We have a passion for living life to the fullest, making new friends every day, and realizing our potential as people and as a business!

This role will support the development and execution of strategic entertainment and sports partnerships across the Pernod Ricard brand portfolio. This role drives cultural engagement by activating partnerships that embed brands in key moments and enhance consumer experiences. The Manager will oversee existing partnerships, evaluate new opportunities, and collaborate with internal teams and external agencies to ensure alignment with brand and communications strategies.

You thrive at the intersection of creativity and strategy, with a passion for entertainment and sports marketing. You're a relationship builder who enjoys working cross-functionally and managing multiple priorities with precision. If you're proactive, detail-oriented, and energized by creating impactful brand activations, this role is for you.

Partnership Execution & Optimization

• Manage existing sports and music sponsorships in collaboration with lead agency and internal stakeholders.
• Execute partnership assets and activations across media, retail, and experiential channels.
• Track budgets, oversee invoicing, and compile quarterly recaps with ROI analysis and asset utilization.
• Coordinate with Earned & Paid Media teams on activations beyond core sports / music partnerships.

Strategic Planning Support

Partnership Development

Global Coordination & Product Placement

What's in it for me?

Being part of an inclusive and diverse company where professional development and internal career mobility is front-and-center to our talent strategy. This means your career at Pernod Ricard has many possibilities. You'll be part of a culture that celebrates the rich diversity of our people across the globe and be part of our long-standing commitment to making exceptional products, giving back to our communities, and honoring our responsibility to preserve the environment.

Required qualifications