Partnerships Specialist - Red Bull

Job-ID: 72363Category: Marketing & SalesLocation: Allen Park, MI, United StatesWorkplace: HybridSchedule: Full timePosted: 2026-10-16Closes: 2026-10-17Preferred Degree: Bachelor DegreeWe made history and now we work to transform the future – for our customers, our communities and our families. You'll see your work on the road every day, helping people move freely and pursue their dreams. At Ford, you can build more than vehicles. Come build what matters.In this position...Ford Racing is seeking a highly motivated Partnerships Specialist to support the growth and execution of its global partnership with Red Bull. Reporting to the Manager, Global Brand Partnerships, this individual will be responsible for helping implement and scale priority Ford Racing x Red Bull global partnership initiatives, with a focus on cross-functional collaboration, operational excellence, and maximizing the partnership across the Ford ecosystem.This role combines elements of partnership strategy, account management, event planning, and commercial operations. The ideal candidate is highly organized, commercially minded, creative, and capable of managing multiple global projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.QualificationsYou'll have...Bachelor’s degree in Sports Management, Marketing, Business, Communications, or related field3-6 years of experience in partnership management, sports marketing, agency services, or related commercial rolesStrong presentation development skills with advanced proficiency in PowerPoint and Microsoft OfficeExceptional organizational and project management abilitiesStrong written and verbal communication skillsAbility to management multiple projects simultaneously under tight deadlinesExperience working with executive stakeholders and cross-functional teamsWillingness to travel and work weekends as required for events and race operationsYou may not check every box, or your experience may look a little different from what we've outlined, but if you think you can bring value to Ford Motor Company, we encourage you to apply!As an established global company, we offer the benefit of choice. You can choose what your Ford future will look like: will your story span the globe, or keep you close to home? Will your career be a deep dive into what you love, or a series of new teams and new skills? Will you be a leader, a changemaker, a technical expert, a culture builder…or all of the above? No matter what you choose, we offer a work life that works for you, including:• Immediate medical, dental, vision and prescription drug coverage• Flexible family care days, paid parental leave, new parent ramp-up programs, subsidized back-up child care and more• Family building benefits including adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, fertility treatments, and more• Vehicle discount program for employees and family members and management leases• Tuition assistance• Established and active employee resource groups• Paid time off for individual and team community service • A generous schedule of paid holidays, including the week between Christmas and New Year’s Day • Paid time off and the option to purchase additional vacation time. Final determination of salary grade will be based on candidate's skills and experience, and base salary will be set within the applicable range according to job scope, responsibility and competitive market value.For more information on salary and benefits, click here: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.Candidates for positions with Ford Motor Company must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire.We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status or protected veteran status. In the United States, if you need a reasonable accommodation for the online application process due to a disability, please call View phone number on click.appcast.io.#LI-Hybrid #FR1 #LI-AW2 ResponsibilitiesWhat you'll do...Partnership ManagementSupport the implementation and scaling of priority Ford Racing x Red Bull global partnership strategies and initiatives.Serve as a key point of contact for designated Red Bull regional teams, ensuring alignment and effective execution across markets.Manage ongoing project status and optimize operational timelines across key partnership initiatives.Develop and present internal toolkits that enable teams across the global Ford ecosystem to effectively leverage the partnership.Serve as the primary point of contact for designated internal stakeholders, supporting the successful implementation and scaling of partnership assets.Assist with partnership merchandise development and implementation across key business projectsLead strategy and logistics for key Ford Racing assets supporting in-person events, activations, and partnership experiences.Represent Ford Racing on-site at select joint events, ensuring seamless execution and strong partnership representation.Support the execution and ongoing management of existing partnership agreements as neededCoordinate fulfillment of contractual rights and partnership deliverables, identifying incremental opportunities in each partnershipAssist with partner communications, reporting, and relationship managementTrack partner commitments, deadlines, and activation plans across multiple programsEvent Planning & HospitalitySupport planning and execution of partner hospitality programs, prospect events, and business development activitiesCoordinate logistics with internal teams, agencies, venues, and external partnersProvide on-site support at races, launches, hospitality programs, owner experiences, and executive eventsCross Functional CollaborationPartner with marketing, communications, legal, procurement, finance, experiences, racing operations, and executive leadership teams to align partnership initiativesFacilitate internal stakeholder meetings and drive project alignment across departmentsSupport integration of partners across racing, consumer experiences, and broader Ford initiativesDevelop reports, dashboards, and performance summaries for key initiativesSupport budget tracking, invoice coordination, and commercial administrationAssist with contract routing, approvals, and documentation processes