About Us:
We are the leader in human-centric cybersecurity. Half a million customers, including 87 of the Fortune 100, rely on Proofpoint to protect their organizations. We’re driven by a mission to stay ahead of bad actors and safeguard the digital world. Join us in our pursuit to defend data and protect people.
How We Work:
At Proofpoint, you’ll be part of a global team that breaks barriers to redefine cybersecurity, guided by our BRAVE core values: Bold in how we dream and innovate, Responsive to feedback, challenges, and opportunities, Accountable for results and best-in-class outcomes, Visionary in future-focused problem-solving, Exceptional in execution and impact.
Role Summary:
We are seeking a highly strategic, detail-oriented, and experienced Contract Executive Engagement Program Manager to support high-impact executive experiences. This role focuses on coordinating priorities for a premium year-round sports sponsorship and managing executive briefings at the Proofpoint Innovation Center. The ideal candidate is detail oriented, excels at cross-functional collaboration, has a passion for delivering premium, personalized experiences for C-level audiences and has experience managing sports sponsorships.
Key Responsibilities:
Executive Event Management & Sports Sponsorship
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Overall sponsorship coordination ensuring internal alignment with priorities amongst social media, Brandx, and customer-facing organizations (field sales, customer success).
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Collaborate with agency in day-to-day management of benefits and activation execution, staying abreast of industry trends, competitor activities, and customer insights to inform partnership strategy.
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Deliver exceptional guest experiences that reflect Proofpoint’s world-class brand, including personalized pre-event communication, onsite white-glove service, post-event follow-up.
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Oversee creative development, install, and content capture for digital and social amplification.
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Able to incorporate and generate a social media strategy.
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Align with the sales and customer success organizations to implement targeted communications plan aligned to executive engagement priorities.
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Monitor campaign performance metrics, conduct data analysis, and derive actionable insights to optimize marketing strategies. Prioritize utilization of benefits to drive maximum business output.
Executive Briefing & Engagement
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Lead end-to-end planning and execution of executive briefings, including intake, agenda development, speaker coordination, and on-site facilitation.
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Serve as a strategic advisor to sales teams, aligning briefing content and structure with customer objectives and sales opportunities.
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Manage PIC operations including logistics, hospitality, AV/IT coordination, and vendor relationships.
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Maintain and add to best practices, playbooks, and operational frameworks to ensure consistency and quality.
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Coordinate executive meetings at major industry events (e.g., RSA), including scheduling, briefing materials, and on-site support.
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Strategize, plan, and execute evening ancillary events targeting strategic customers during industry-wide events.
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Ensure seamless execution and follow-up of c-suite interactions to drive relationship growth and business impact.
Program Strategy & Operations
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Act as a brand ambassador for the executive engagement program.
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Support special projects and strategic initiatives for the Corporate Events & Programs team, as needed.
Qualifications:
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Sports sponsorship enablement experience required.
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Proven ability to manage complex programs and multiple priorities in a high-growth, fast-paced setting.
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Exceptional communication and facilitation skills, with experience engaging C-suite executives.
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Strong project management and organizational skills; highly detail-oriented and metrics-driven.
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Polished executive presence and strong interpersonal skills, with a proven track record of building impactful internal/external connections.
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Collaborative mindset with a track record of cross-functional partnership.
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Customer-first orientation with a passion for delivering premium experiences.
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Experience with Salesforce, Briefingsource, Marketo, and analytics tools is a plus.
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Performs well under pressure in a highly visible role.
Requirements
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This is an on-site role based in Sunnyvale, CA.
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Bachelor’s degree in marketing, business, or a related field required.
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5-10+ years of experience in customer marketing, field marketing, or event management within a B2B tech environment; min. 2 years of executive engagement/executive briefing experience, required.
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Familiarity with sales and partner ecosystems; experience supporting or enabling field and partner teams.
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Demonstrated ability to influence and build consensus across various levels of the organization.
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Frequent engagement with senior leaders, customers, partners, and cross-functional teams is expected.
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This job requires up to 25% travel and in-office days in Sunnyvale as needed, to support executive briefings.
Why Proofpoint? At Proofpoint, we believe that an exceptional career experience includes a comprehensive compensation and benefits package. Here are just a few reasons you’ll love working with us:
- Competitive compensation
- Comprehensive benefits
- Learning & Development: We are committed to the growth and development of our team members, offering a range of programs including leadership and professional development workshops, stretch project assignments, and mentoring opportunities to help employees reach their full potential.
- Flexible work environment: [Remote options, hybrid schedules, flexible hours, etc.].
- Annual wellness and community outreach days
- Always on recognition for your contributions
- Global collaboration and networking opportunities
Our Culture:
Our culture is rooted in values that inspire belonging, empower purpose and drive success-every day, for everyone. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. If you need accommodation during the application or interview process, please reach out to
. How to Apply Interested? Submit your application here
. We can’t wait to hear from you!