Commercial Partnerships Manager

At Kickbase, we’re on a mission to revolutionise the way fans experience football. Our vision is to push the boundaries in the football industry, creating immersive and exciting experiences for fans to engage with the sport they love.

As our next Commercial Partnerships Manager, you’ll work alongside motivated and driven colleagues. We’ll provide you with everything needed to foster strategic, long-term partnerships with leading brands. Let’s collaborate and elevate each other.

Before you apply – please share your CV and a cover letter explaining why Kickbase is the right fit for you and how this role aligns with your career goals.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Develop and implement strategic sales plans to increase revenue and expand Kickbase’s commercial partnerships.
• Identify, engage, and secure high-value media bookings with clients and media agencies, leveraging Kickbase's position in digital football.
• Manage the full deal cycle—from prospecting to negotiation and closing—ensuring alignment with company goals and brand positioning.
• Consistently meet or exceed sales targets and revenue objectives.
• Collaborate with Campaign, Community, and Product teams to develop innovative media proposals and activation opportunities.
• Maintain and grow key partner relationships for long-term retention and satisfaction.
• Work cross-functionally to ensure seamless partnership execution and activation.
• Partner with our Research team to utilize market insights, competitor analysis, and audience metrics to refine prospecting strategies.
• Represent Kickbase at industry events, conferences, and trade fairs to promote the brand as a premier advertising partner.

WHAT YOU BRING

• At least 2 years of experience in digital media or ad sales, preferably within sports, entertainment, or media sectors.
• Proven success in securing high-value media bookings, negotiating deals, and driving revenue.
• Fluent in German and English to communicate effectively across teams and clients.
• Existing network and relationships with clients and media agencies.
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Sales, Sports Management, or a related field.

WHAT WE OFFER

• Competitive salary, company-funded pension, ongoing training, additional vacation days per year, holiday closure week, and a team that feels like family.
• Access to co-working spaces through Spaces for remote employees experiencing home office fatigue.
• Transparent career development and a people-first management approach for growth opportunities.
• Flexibility with remote work, flextime, and workations, even before COVID-19.
• A healthy work-life balance—football-style overtime is just a metaphor!

If you're ready to join our team and elevate our brand, apply now and be part of the Kickbase journey!