Director Creatives & Brands

RDX Sports is seeking an experienced professional to lead its international business development efforts within the MMA and combat sports ecosystems. This role focuses on building and managing relationships with global MMA federations, governing bodies, sports associations, leagues, promotions, clubs, and other sporting organizations. The successful candidate will identify and develop strategic B2B partnerships, drive official sponsorships, equipment supply agreements, and long-term commercial collaborations. Representing RDX Sports at international events, conferences, and industry forums will be a key aspect of this position, alongside developing tailored business strategies for various countries and regions.

Key Responsibilities

- Lead international business development initiatives for RDX Sports across MMA and combat sports markets.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with international MMA federations, governing bodies, sports associations, leagues, promotions, clubs, and other sporting organizations.
- Identify and develop strategic B2B partnerships, including official partnerships, sponsorships, equipment supply, and federation/association collaborations.
- Represent RDX Sports at international combat sports networks, events, conferences, and industry forums.
- Develop and maintain a robust pipeline of international federation and association accounts.
- Cultivate relationships with senior decision-makers such as Federation Presidents, General Secretaries, CEOs, Directors, Commercial Heads, and Procurement/Partnership leaders.
- Lead negotiations and commercial discussions from initial outreach through contract closure.
- Formulate country- and region-specific business development strategies for MMA and combat sports markets.
- Identify opportunities to position RDX Sports equipment and products with federations, associations, clubs, gyms, and professional athletes.
- Develop strategic partnerships that enhance RDX Sports’ international brand presence and commercial reach.
- Conduct research on international MMA and combat sports markets, upcoming events, federations, associations, and commercial opportunities.
- Maintain strong relationships with existing international partners and identify opportunities for account growth.
- Collaborate closely with Marketing, Product, Sales, and Senior Management teams to develop customized partnership proposals.
- Prepare commercial proposals, partnership decks, pricing structures, and business cases for prospective partners.

Required Qualifications

- 8 to 12+ years of experience in Business Development, Partnerships, Sponsorships, or Commercial Development.
- Strong background working with sports federations, associations, governing bodies, leagues, clubs, or sporting organizations.
- Direct exposure to MMA, combat sports, boxing, martial arts, or the broader sports industry is highly preferred.
- Proven track record in developing international B2B partnerships.
- Experience negotiating high-value commercial partnerships and long-term agreements.
- Strong understanding of sponsorships, sports partnerships, and B2B commercial models.
- Excellent communication, presentation, and negotiation skills.
- Comfortable engaging with C-level and senior sports-industry stakeholders.
- Demonstrated commercial mindset with a history of generating and closing business.

Preferred Qualifications and Benefits

- Existing network across international sports organizations will be a significant advantage.
- Opportunity to represent a leading brand in the combat sports industry on a global scale.
- Work in a dynamic environment that values strategic thinking and relationship-building.

This role offers a unique opportunity to shape the international presence of RDX Sports and contribute to the growth of MMA and combat sports worldwide through strategic partnerships and commercial excellence.