POSITION SUMMARY
LAFC is looking for a Manager, Premium Sales who is a strong leader that can provide mentorship and guidance to a team of six (6) Premium Sales Representatives.Thus, this role's primary responsibility is to ensure every member of the Premium Sales ย team meets and exceeds their individual revenue goals as well as the department's overall revenue target.ย
In addition to providing leadership, this role's other main function will be driving a B2B and high-net-worth strategic sales campaign across our premium inventory, including suite rentals, annual suite leases, annual loge boxes, club seats, and single-match premium experiences.
This role reports to the Sr. Director, Ticket Sales.
LAFC is currently operating on a hybrid work model with a minimum of 2 in-office days per week. Please note that this may vary by role, and your scheduled in-office days are up to the discretion of your supervisor.ย
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Leadership & Team Development: Oversee, coach, and inspire a team of six Premium Sales Representatives. Conduct regular 1-on-1s, performance reviews, and daily pipeline management to ensure the team hits collective and individual revenue targets.
- Training & Execution: Plan, develop, and execute comprehensive sales training programs, with a heavy emphasis on the B2B sales cycle, cold calling, networking, and closing premium inventory.
- Revenue Generation: Drive the strategy for premium asset monetization, including but not limited to, annual suite leases, single-match suite rentals, loge boxes, and club seating.
- Culture & Accountability: Foster a high-energy, positive, and accountable team culture centered on integrity, self-motivation, and continuous growth.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with the Premium Service and Event Operations teams to ensure seamless execution of premium contracts and flawless matchday experiences for clients.
- Other duties as assigned by Supervisor/Management.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited College/University required, major in Business or Sports Management preferred.ย
- Must have prior experience in ticket sales in a sports, entertainment, or another high-volume sales environment, with at least 1-3 years of direct leadership/management experienceย
- Experience running premium sales and renewal campaigns also required.
- Proven ability to build, teach, and execute a structured B2B sales process from prospecting to contract execution.
- A proven track record of leading by example with a positive mental attitude, high accountability, and an unwavering commitment to integrity.
- Must be flexible with the ability to adapt in a fast-paced work environment with challenging demands and frequent changes.
- Exceptional written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
- Must possess a professional demeanor and has the ability to confidently interact with all levels of the organization, outside contacts, and pitch to C-level executives and high-net-worth individuals.
- Proficiency with industry-specific ticketing and sales technology, such as Archtics, SuitePro, FEVO, Salesforce, Wolfcycle, Outreach and Channel One, preferred.
- Solid understanding of the Los Angeles corporate landscape and premium sports market preferred.
- Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred.ย
- Flexible schedule with the ability to work nights, weekends, and holidays as the event calendar requires.
SALARY RANGEย
At LAFC, we carefully consider a wide range of factors to determine a fair and equitable compensation package. The final offer amount will consider a wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to skill sets; relevant experience and training. Pursuant to state and local pay disclosure guidelines, the compensation range for this role is up to $80,000 per year. This role is eligible for additional compensation through commission.