ACCOUNT EXECUTIVE, SALES & PARTNERSHIP SERVICES
San Ramon, CA
Remote
THE RUNDOWN
Playfly Sports is looking for an Account Executive, Sales & Partnership Services to join our team in San Ramon, CA.
The Account Executive, Sales & Partnership Services will work with the General Manager to pitch and close enterprise partnership agreements. This role will generate incremental sponsorship revenue to meet and exceed individual and team goals. The Account Executive will assist in managing the day-to-day operations of conference Sports Properties and ensuring contract deliverables are met.
WHAT YOU'LL ACCOMPLISH
Assist with the development and execution of sales plans to meet and/or exceed assigned annual revenue targets
Identify potential sponsors for the conference Sports Properties through networking with local business partners, researching local, regional and national companies
Prospect, meet and close new and renewal of high-level corporate sponsorships
Develop compelling sales presentations for new marketing partners by incorporating research, category dynamics and a clear understanding of partner's marketing goals
Create sales proposals and draft/negotiate contracts
Research the sports sponsorship industry and stay current with relevant market trends and conditions
Execute on contract fulfillment and deliverables, including gameday operations and on-site activation
Manage all media/production components for the university's Sports Radio Network
Fulfill benefits per corporate partner agreements and developing relationship between partners and conference
Work with the General Manager in creating, planning and implementing conference Sports Properties and Playfly Sports Properties special events
Obtain and manage all necessary proof of performance records
Manage administrative tasks related to day-to-day office operations
Represent conference Sports Properties and Playfly Sports Properties in a professional manner
Entertain and cultivate sponsors in non-game day related events
Understand and leverage Playfly business units in order to leverage new business areas, leads, and categories
Provide dynamic integrated partnership packages with a focus on digital and mobile sales
Other job-related duties as assigned
WHAT YOU'LL BRING
Bachelor's degree required
Three years of direct sales experience in the sports multi-media environment or equivalent field preferred
Experience with integrated and "conceptual" sales
Ability to generate and present ideas/concepts succinctly and provide creative solutions to prospects/clients
Must possess organizational skills, specifically relating to managing contract fulfillment and contract proof of performance requirements
Ability to be a self-starter
Outstanding communication skills are essential for interactions with clients, operational leaders and other senior executives
Ability to demonstrate professional sales presentation skills
Proficient in Microsoft Office, Power Point
Understanding of KORE sales program or similar systems preferred
TRAVEL, LIFTING, PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
Ability to sit, stand, and walk-up stairs
Be available to travel for client presentations, championships, and other association events
Be available for game days, evening athletic events and radio show/telecasts in correlation to the client fulfillment responsibilities of the sports property
COMPENSATION