Partnership And Activation Specialist
Description
You will be responsible for driving brand growth through strategic lifestyle partnerships and on-ground activations. This role focuses on identifying high-value venues, securing partnerships, and ensuring product is visible, stocked, and actively experienced by customers in key locations. The ideal candidate is proactive, commercially driven, and thrives in fast-paced, on-the-ground environments.
Key responsibilities
- Partnership acquisition: Identify, approach, and secure lifestyle partners such as cafes, gyms, studios, restaurants, and coworking spaces.
- On-ground activation: Plan and execute simple activations such as sampling and tasting.
- Pipeline & tracking: Build a target list, manage outreach, and share weekly updates with management on progress and results.
- Internal coordination: Work with sales and operations for stock and fridge installation, and with marketing for assets and communications.
Requirements
- 1–3 years of experience in partnerships, business development, sales, or a similar role
- Strong communication and negotiation skills
- Highly proactive, self-starter with the ability to work independently
- Comfortable with on-ground work and field visits
- Organized with strong tracking and reporting abilities
- Existing network in lifestyle, food and beverage, or fitness industries is a plus
- Passion for building brands and creating market buzz