Athlete Partnerships Manager
Full Time • Hybrid - US
At Monmouth Cards, we are building one of the fastest-growing trading card and collectibles businesses in the country. From retail stores to live streaming and eCommerce, our team is focused on delivering great products and an even better customer experience. We are looking for motivated, reliable, and passionate individuals who want to grow with us. Whether you are experienced in retail, operations, content, or just love the hobby, there are opportunities to make an impact and be part of a high-energy team. If you are driven, enjoy a fast-paced environment, and want to be part of something we are actively building, we would love to hear from you.
Benefits:
- Bonus based on performance
- Company parties
- Competitive salary
- Dental insurance
- Employee discounts
- Free food & snacks
- Health insurance
- Opportunity for advancement
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Overview
Monmouth Cards is seeking an Athlete Partnerships Manager to lead the sourcing and execution of private athlete signing deals. This role will be responsible for building relationships with sports agents, negotiating signing agreements, and coordinating weekly autograph sessions to support our retail and mystery pack products.
Monmouth Cards is seeking an Athlete Partnerships Manager to lead the sourcing and execution of private athlete signing deals. This role will be responsible for building relationships with sports agents, negotiating signing agreements, and coordinating weekly autograph sessions to support our retail and mystery pack products.
Key Responsibilities
- Build and maintain relationships with sports agents, agencies, and athletes
- Source and negotiate private signing deals with athletes across multiple sports
- Coordinate and execute weekly signing sessions (logistics, scheduling, inventory)
- Work closely with operations to ensure signed inventory is properly tracked and distributed
- Identify high-impact athletes that align with customer demand and business goals
- Manage budgets and ensure deals are financially sound and profitable
- Develop repeat partnerships and long-term relationships within the sports agency ecosystem
Qualifications
- Strong negotiation and deal-making skills
- Experience working with sports agents, agencies, or athletes preferred
- Highly organized with ability to manage multiple signings and timelines
- Strong communication and relationship-building skills
- Interest or knowledge in trading cards, memorabilia, or collectibles is a major plus
- Ability to operate in a fast-moving, entrepreneurial environment
What Success Looks Like
- Consistent pipeline of athlete signings (weekly cadence)
- Strong relationships with agents and repeat deal flow
- Profitable, well-structured signing deals
- High-quality signed inventory feeding retail and mystery pack products
Flexible work from home options available.
Compensation: $60,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year
Monmouth Cards is a fast-growing trading card and collectibles company with a focus on retail, eCommerce, and live selling. We specialize in sports cards, Pokémon, and other trading card products, serving both new collectors and experienced hobbyists.
Our business is built around product knowledge, strong customer experience, and a high-energy, team-driven environment. With multiple retail locations and a rapidly expanding online presence, we are focused on becoming a leading name in the trading card space.
At Monmouth Cards, we move quickly, value hard work, and are constantly looking for ways to improve and grow. We are building a team of people who are passionate about the hobby and motivated to help scale the business.
Our business is built around product knowledge, strong customer experience, and a high-energy, team-driven environment. With multiple retail locations and a rapidly expanding online presence, we are focused on becoming a leading name in the trading card space.
At Monmouth Cards, we move quickly, value hard work, and are constantly looking for ways to improve and grow. We are building a team of people who are passionate about the hobby and motivated to help scale the business.
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