Sr. Partnerships Manager

Vuori is re-defining what athletic apparel looks like: built to move and sweat in but designed with a casual aesthetic to transition into everyday life. We draw inspiration from an active coastal California lifestyle; an integration of fitness, creative expression and life. Our high energy fast paced retail environment is reflected in the clothes we make. We aim to inspire others to take on all aspects of their lives with clarity, enthusiasm and purpose…while having a lot of fun along the way. We are proud to be an outlet for opportunity and for personal growth and success.

We are looking for a seasoned partnerships manager that is excited to take their career to the next level with one of the fastest and most exciting apparel brands around! This role will play a critical role in Supporting and executing Vuori’s celebrity partnership strategy. Reporting to the VP of Partnerships, this role will own the day-to-day management of all celebrity partners while serving as a key cross-functional leader to ensure seamless execution across product, marketing, creative, legal, and operations teams. 

This role requires a highly organized, relationship-driven leader who thrives at the intersection of strategy and execution, with exceptional attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple timelines and stakeholders. 

What you’ll get to do:  

Celebrity Partnership Management 

• Manage day-to-day relationships with all celebrity partners, acting as the primary point of contact 
• Ensure partners are aligned with brand values, campaign goals, and deliverables 
• Maintain strong, trusted relationships through proactive communication and flawless execution 

Cross-Functional Leadership 

• Manage cross-functional coordination across Marketing, Creative, Product, Legal, Finance, and Operations to execute partnership strategies 
• Translate partnership objectives into clear action plans and timelines for internal teams 
• Ensure all stakeholders are aligned on deliverables, expectations, and deadlines 

Collection & Timeline Management 

• Manage timelines for partner collections and capsules from concept through launch 
• Track milestones, approvals, and deliverables to ensure on-time execution 
• Identify risks and proactively solve for potential delays 

Photo Shoot & Content Coordination 

• Oversee planning and execution of partner photo shoots, including scheduling, logistics, and on-set coordination 
• Partner closely with Creative and Production teams to ensure shoots align with brand vision and partner expectations 

Contract & Payment Management 

• Manage partnership contracts in collaboration with Legal, ensuring all terms, deliverables, and timelines are clearly documented 
• Oversee payment processes, tracking invoices and ensuring timely execution in partnership with Finance 

Product Seeding & Requests 

• Own all incoming product requests from celebrity partners 
• Coordinate with Product and Operations teams to fulfill requests accurately and on time 
• Track inventory and usage related to partnership seeding 

Who you are:  

• 7+ years of experience in partnerships, talent relations, brand marketing, or related field and/or equivalent years of experience preferred.  
• Proven experience managing celebrity or high-profile partnerships 
• Strong cross-functional leadership skills with the ability to influence without direct authority 
• Exceptional organizational, project management, and timeline-management abilities 
• Experience managing contracts, budgets, and payments 
• Strong communication skills with a high level of professionalism and discretion 
• Passion for culture, wellness, and premium lifestyle brands 

Our investment in you:

At Vuori, we’re proud to offer the following to our employees: 

• Health Insurance 
• Savings and Retirement Plan  
• Employee Assistance Program 
• Generous Vuori Discount & Industry Perks 
• Paid Time Off  
• Wellness & Fitness benefits  

The salary range for this role is $127,100 per year - $150,000 per year. This role is bonus eligible. 

Vuori is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.  

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.