Job Summary:
This position requires a dynamic, professional, creative sales leader with a successful sales track record in professional sports. This individual will be responsible for the direct sales of all team products: corporate sponsorship, hospitality, suite and ticket sales along with the attainment of the budgetary goals set for each.
Responsibilities:
Ultimate responsibility for all revenue-generating aspects of the Joliet JackHammers
Represent the JackHammers in the sale of corporate sponsorship, hospitality, suite and ticket sales
Provide overall strategy for JackHammers corporate sponsorship, hospitality, suite and ticket sales
Develop and cultivate corporate sponsorship, hospitality, suite and ticket sales prospect list and database
Develop relevant sales marketing materials
Assist the VP/General Manager of the JackHammers with related advertising strategy and initiatives
Develop a strategic business plan for each of the areas of responsibility
Manage JackHammer special events
Ensure that all accounts are being managed effectively by coordinating the implementation of sponsorship packages
Oversee the distribution of annual corporate sponsorship fulfillment packages
Entertain current and potential clients at JackHammer games and events
Manage any relevant outside agency relationship
Ensure the assessment, accountability, and development of staff
Responsible for attaining agreed upon sponsorship, hospitality, suite, and ticket sales budgets
Reports to: Vice President/General Manager
Directly Supervises: Director of Ticket Sales, Director of Corporate Sales
Minimum Requirements:
Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent amount of education and relevant experience
Six years sales experience and relevant managerial experience
Proficiency in all basic computer applications, including PowerPoint
Proven ability to close significant corporate sponsorship and ticket opportunities
Salary: Commensurate with experience
November 8, 2006
For more information, contact Kelly Sufka |