Senior Partnership Manager

Join the Audi F1 Project - Shape the Future of Motorsport!

Welcome to the Audi F1 Project.  

Audi will be competing in the FIA Formula 1 World Championship from 2026.  

The new team has three locations. The Sauber Group's Formula 1 factory in Hinwil (Switzerland) is known for its innovative technologies and passion for racing. Audi's Motorsport Competence Center in Neuburg (Germany) is considered one of the most modern of its kind in Europe. We have recently opened Sauber Motorsport Technology Center in the UK. Our Power Unit comes from Neuburg, while Hinwil is responsible for the development of the chassis and race operations with support from the UK.

What you need? The mindset of an athlete. If you are someone for whom giving up isn-t an option and limits are just something to be overcome, you can bring Vorsprung durch Technik to Formula 1 with us. Become part of this unique project and make motorsport history. 

This position for the Audi F1 Project is at Sauber in Hinwil (Switzerland).

Our Team

• A Bachelor-s degree in Marketing, Business Administration, or a related field.

• Minimum of 7 years of experience in sports marketing, partnership management, or a similar client-facing role, including experience with IT and engineering technologies.

• Demonstrated ability to deliver innovative sponsorship activations that meet client needs and exceed expectations.

• A deep understanding of brand communications and the role of sponsorship within the broader marketing landscape.

• High degree of independence and comfort working in a fast-paced, global environment with tight deadlines.

• Strong interpersonal skills and an advanced ability to build and maintain relationships across various levels of an organization.

• Excellent analytical and strategic thinking skills, capable of identifying opportunities for partner value enhancement.

• Willingness to travel and represent the team at various events and meetings.

• A strong professional network within the sports sponsorship industry is highly desirable.

• Fluent in business English.

Your mission

• Manage the delivery of all contractual rights for each partner within your remit, ensuring world-class execution across events, digital platforms, broadcast, reporting and hospitality.
• Management of team members to ensure the highest level of partnership delivery across all verticals.
• Develop and implement an efficient account management structure that enhances communication and productivity, including regular calls, status updates, and face-to-face meetings.
• Maintain and grow positive relationships with all partner stakeholders, from day-to-day contacts to CEO/board level.
• Collaborate closely with partners and supporting agencies to define clear sponsorship strategies with measurable KPIs aligned with mutual objectives.
• Lead and define the partner KPIs on an annual basis, positioning yourself as the bridge between the Audi F1 Project and all partner activities.
• Diligently manage reporting on partner KPIs, providing insights and case studies to demonstrate the value and impact of the partnerships.
• Establish a succinct internal reporting mechanism within the Audi F1 Project to provide timely updates to all stakeholders, including Senior Management
• Assist the senior management team with contract renewals, ensuring continued engagement and satisfaction of existing partners.
• Facilitate the coordination and support of special events such as partnership workshops, screenings, and technical workshops.
• Collaborate with other commercial teams (e.g., Marketing, Events, Digital) to develop ideas and activations that meet partner interests and support broader business objectives.
• Develop strong internal relationships, understanding different departmental functions to enhance mutual support in strategic and operational tasks.
• Manage a seven-figure budget aimed at maximizing partner activation value.