Senior Sales Manager (m/w/d) International
SPORTFIVE Germany GmbHYour role and your responsibilities : National & international partnership sales across different sports such as Basketball, American Football, Soccer, E-SportsDevelop strong relationships with prospective new clients via all possible customer touchpoints including phone, email, linked-in, networking events and meetings, etc.
Advisory and guidance for (global) brands on sports sponsorship landscape and development of the right solution based on their objectives Lead sales pitches with domestic clients to understand objectives, build relationships and secure revenue for the business (small amount of international travel required)Continually develop prospect lists by using macro and micro market trends, sound product knowledge and deep understanding of brand marketing to identify relevant clients, industries and geographiesPrepare sales presentations in alliance with and supported by our internal competence hubs (e.
g. business intelligence, brand consulting team) using consumer insights, media value reporting, and additional proprietary methodologies to help build compelling business casesProvide weekly and regular updates at team sales meetings showcasing activity and pipeline development, business closed and share any insight for potential collaboration with other Sales Team membersEnsure strong after-sales relationship management where necessary to enhance renewal probability, and identify cross-sales / upselling potentialRepresent SPORTFIVE to the broader market in a way that is consistent with the high standards and professional approach expected of employeesYour profile : You are a highly motivated sales professional with a track record in generating sponsorship revenues with several years professional work experienceA strategic and consultative sales capability, including the ability to create customised partnerships in response to individual corporate needs and objectivesGenuine Team player who is willing and able to lead by exampleOutstanding sales communication, presentation and negotiation skills, including high degree of comfort preparing and delivering high quality pitches and presentations to senior corporate decision makers in English and GermanGood contact structure with brands and ability to extend his network and build strong and reliable relationshipsThe ability to priority manage multiple work streams in a demanding, time sensitive environmentDon’t meet all the criteria?
What we offer youAn innovative Environnement : An exciting role within the sports business, a dedicated team with short communications and decision-making channelsFair development opportunities : space for personal and thematic development, supported by individual development planning with supplementary CPD and "Training on the job Family-friendly atmosphere : to promote work / life balance, including via flexible working hours, more sick leave for children than usual, mobile working, job-sharing and a free family service.
Additional corporate benefits : discounted partner offers, plus an array of additional benefits e.g., company pension scheme, Deutschland Ticket train pass, a bike for work and an Urban Sports Club membership