Deckers Brands · 6 hours ago
Youth Athlete Manager, Global Sports Marketing - HOKA
United States
Full-time
Remote
Mid, Senior Level
$115K/yr - $125K/yr
5+ years expDeckers Brands is a company committed to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace. The Youth Athlete Manager will be responsible for recruiting, signing, and managing a global roster of NIL and youth athletes while collaborating with various teams to enhance brand credibility and drive social media activations.
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Responsibilities
Negotiate contracts and manage a global roster of Youth + NIL athletes
Build and maintain relationships with agents, coaches, and event organizers in the NCAA and high school communities
Collaborate cross-functionally with product, marketing, event, content, and social media teams to engage younger audiences
Drive the “Disrupt Track” brand initiative from a Youth/NIL perspective
Facilitate the transition of NIL athletes into professional contracts with HOKA
Execute regular gatherings, summits, camps, and engagement opportunities for NIL athletes
Manage internal communications with leadership regarding trends, partnerships, insights, and product feedback
Monitor youth run culture trends in key regions (USA, EMEA, Japan, China) to inform strategy
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree required
5+ years in sports marketing, athlete management, or related experience
Deep understanding of NCAA and youth run culture globally
Strong relationships with NCAA coaches, administrators, and event organizers
Proven success in identifying future talent and building infrastructure for top sport performances
Excellent oral and written communication skills with internal and external stakeholders
Highly collaborative, strategic, and analytical thinker
Thorough, flexible, and results-oriented across diverse markets, languages, and cultures
Team leader and player, able to work calmly and efficiently in fast-paced environments
Benefits
Competitive Pay and Bonuses
Financial Planning and wellbeing
Time away from work
Extras, discounts and perks
Growth and Development
Health and Wellness
Company
Deckers Brands
Footwear & Apparel Company
1001-5000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
unknown1993-10-22IPO
Leadership Team
J
Jessica Boer
VP, Global Retail
A
Angela Salanoa Ogbechie
Chief Supply Chain Officer
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