The Director, Project Management (Temp) will immediately focus on coordinating efforts between SUM and the other entities to deliver 2025 FIFA Club World Cup 2025 ticket sales and marketing success. This person will also integrate into MLS and On Location’s strategic partnership, serving as a primary internal stakeholder in the management and coordination of enterprise efforts to sell hospitality packages for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

Length of Temporary Engagement:

Febuary 2025 through December 2025; with potential extension through 2026 World Cup. 

• Lead the day-to-day management of SUM’s efforts to operationalize new major event platforms, including leading regular event meetings & development of critical metrics & timelines.
• Work successfully with partners to lead the growth and monetization of ticketing and ancillary event day revenues (i.e. premium hospitality and other experiences).
• Support the strategy development and communication with MLS clubs to ensure all 30 clubs leverage the opportunity to cultivate new fans and retain existing season ticket holders, while driving revenue back to the enterprise.
• Lead the development of all property-related planning documents, providing updates to executive management and the event planning committee on timelines.
• Source, prepare, and distribute relevant, real-time reports to senior management and key partners and report on key success metrics.
• Lead the organization of information, assets, and data, as well as the sharing of that work product with internal and external partners.
• Establish and build relationships with clients and relevant industry collaborators, identifying new value, opportunities, and solutions.
• Additional responsibilities as assigned.

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience
• 8+ years of proven experience in sports, marketing & event promotion, operations, and/or project management

Required Skills

• Excellent relationship-building skills and the ability to effectively communicate, both written and verbally.
• Outstanding PowerPoint skills with a mastery of visual design principles.
• High emotional intelligence and ability to work across time zones and cultures.
• Strong analytical skills and experience in interpreting research & past results
• Ability to negotiate sensitive matters and work collaboratively to identify solutions.
• Commitment to building positive team environments and demonstrated experience in leadership situations.
• Strong work ethic and commitment to excellence.
• Superior organization, project management skills, and attention to detail.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, team environment.
• Demonstrated decision-making and problem-solving skills.
• High attention to detail with the ability to multi-task and meet deadlines.
• Ability to exercise discretion and good judgment.
• Ability to travel and to work non-traditional hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Ability to travel for match day from mid-June through mid-July 2024 as required.

Desired Skills

• Highly desired: Fluency in English and Spanish (business proficiency; both written and oral)
• Sports marketing or event touring promotion experience
• Knowledge of the sport of soccer and soccer ecosystem
• Ability and willingness to travel and to work non-traditional hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Compensation:

Starting base Salary $115,000 – $150,000 USD. MLS/SUM base salaries are contingent upon several factors including individual qualifications, market financials, and operational business needs.

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided with reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.