This position plays a critical role in the driving the expansion of NBA India market by leading B2B partnerships growth through business development and partnership management.

The position will be responsible for establishing and executing new sales strategies and plans to drive sponsorship and merchandise licensing revenue with an integrated approach in India, through strong collaborations across all business groups including but not limited to Global Content & Media Distribution (GCMD), Marketing Partnerships, and Basketball Operations.

This position plays a critical role in the driving the expansion of NBA India market by leading B2B partnerships growth through business development and partnership management.

The position will be responsible for establishing and executing new sales strategies and plans to drive sponsorship and merchandise licensing revenue with an integrated approach in India, through strong collaborations across all business groups including but not limited to Global Content & Media Distribution (GCMD), Marketing Partnerships, and Basketball Operations.

10 -15 years  of country level sales, business development, and/or marketing experience with a globally recognized organization(s) with a proven track record of results;

A well-established local network to connect with local, regional and multinational business leads and/or key decision makers and maintain those relationships;

A track record of securing IP licensing and sponsorship contracts for rights holders in sports/entertainment or success in developing new business for other organizations in India;

Proficiency in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint/ Keynote, Excel, and Outlook required.