Group Sales Account Executive

Summary

The Group Sales Account Executive at San Diego FC is primarily responsible for generating new business through Group Sales, Premium Spaces and Season Ticket Memberships. This role is instrumental in reaching out to prospective clients for the purpose of developing and closing new sales in a high-volume sales environment. Candidates should be passionate and willing to work independently within a team environment.

This is an excellent opportunity for candidates with 1 years of sales experience (preferably in the sports Industry) with a proven track record and desire to succeed within a dynamic and results-oriented environment.

• Responsible for creating and executing group theme nights, fan experiences and group outings for San Diego FC
• Generating sales leads through self-prospecting
• Ability to handle a high volume of sales activity: 50-70 calls per day, booking 15-20 meetings per week
• Meet and exceed:
  Group, Suite, and Season Ticket sales goals
• Identify opportunities for upselling with current and prospective clients ie;
  Group Ticket Sales.
• Respond in a timely manner to calls, inquiries and emails
• Maintain comprehensive records and accounting
• Develop client relationships to ensure long-term patronage
• Manage client-related issues in a calm, professional manner
• Attend networking events as needed
• Accurately and diligently maintains track of all customers and prospects through CRM
• Non-traditional hours (Nights, Weekends & Holidays as necessary)

• Bachelor’s Degree
• Sport industry sales experience preferred (1 year)
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills - diplomatic, tactful, customer-focused with a professional phone manner and ability to interact with a variety of clients
• Resourceful, conscientious and punctual
• Entrepreneurial spirit, energetic and outgoing personality with a proactive approach to work
• Desire to grow a fruitful career in attractions, sports and entertainment

Competitive compensation and commission plan, commensurate with experience, plus a generous benefits package that includes: medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, paid vacation, and 401k plan.

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, gender identity, marital or veteran status, or any other protected class.