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Consistently meet or exceed personal sales goals while delivering a high-quality customer experience * Manage inventory by running and analyzing Internal Flash Reports * Effectively maintain an ...

Sports Sales Manager

Mankato, MN · On-site

$45K - $50K/yr

Consistently meet or exceed personal sales goals while delivering a high-quality customer experience * Manage inventory by running and analyzing Internal Flash Reports * Effectively maintain an ...

Greet all customers on the sales floor with genuine courtesy and a smile, to ensure they feel welcomed the moment they enter your shop * Deliver exceptional customer service by seeking out and ...

Lead Power Sports Sales

Loveland, CO · On-site

$20 - $22.75/hr

The TMBC Power Sports Sales Lead assists the Marine Group Sales Manager provide daily direction to include merchandise presentation, inventory control, pricing, sales enhancements, sales team ...

The TMBC Power Sports Sales Lead assists the Marine Group Sales Manager provide daily direction to include merchandise presentation, inventory control, pricing, sales enhancements, sales team ...

The TMBC Power Sports Sales Lead assists the Marine Group Sales Manager provide daily direction to include merchandise presentation, inventory control, pricing, sales enhancements, sales team ...

Lead Power Sports Sales

Loveland, CO · On-site

$20 - $22.75/hr

The TMBC Power Sports Sales Lead assists the Marine Group Sales Manager provide daily direction to include merchandise presentation, inventory control, pricing, sales enhancements, sales team ...

Prior experience as a live-stream host, breaker, or in retail sports card sales. * Familiarity with TCGs or other trading card markets is a plus. * Experience working in fast-paced, high-volume ...

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Sports Sales information

What is sports sales?

Sports sales involve selling products, services, or experiences related to the sports industry. This can include ticket sales for games and events, sponsorship packages, merchandise, and premium seating. Professionals in sports sales work with fans, businesses, and organizations to maximize revenue and build strong relationships. The role requires strong communication and negotiation skills and often involves meeting sales targets and working in a fast-paced environment.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a sports sales professional?

To thrive as a Sports Sales professional, you need strong sales acumen, knowledge of the sports industry, and typically a bachelor's degree in business, marketing, or a related field. Familiarity with CRM software, ticketing platforms, and sales analytics tools is often required. Outstanding communication, relationship-building, and negotiation skills set top performers apart in this role. These competencies are crucial for driving revenue, building client loyalty, and achieving sales targets in a competitive sports market.

What are some common challenges faced by professionals in sports sales, and how can they be overcome?

Professionals in Sports Sales often encounter challenges such as meeting aggressive sales targets, building and maintaining a robust client base, and navigating the seasonal fluctuations in ticket or sponsorship demand. Overcoming these challenges typically involves staying proactive with outreach, continually developing strong relationships with clients, and utilizing CRM systems to track leads and follow-ups. Additionally, effective teamwork and collaboration with marketing and operations departments can help maximize opportunities and address client needs more efficiently.

What is the difference between Sports Sales vs Sports Marketing?

AspectSports SalesSports Marketing
Primary FocusGenerating sales and revenue through ticket sales, sponsorships, and merchandisePromoting teams, events, or brands to increase visibility and engagement
Required SkillsSales techniques, negotiation, communicationBrand management, advertising, strategic planning
Work EnvironmentSales offices, stadiums, eventsAdvertising agencies, media, digital platforms
Common EmployersSports teams, ticketing companies, merchandise retailersSports brands, media outlets, marketing agencies

Sports Sales primarily focuses on directly generating revenue through sales activities, while Sports Marketing emphasizes promoting and building the brand or event to attract fans and sponsors. Both roles are essential in the sports industry but differ in their core objectives and daily tasks.

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Infographic showing various Sports Sales job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 79% Full Time, 20% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 83% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 16% Remote job distribution.

Sports Sales Manager

Mankato, MN

SCHEELS
Apparel and Accessories Stores • 5 - 10K employees

$45K - $50K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 15 days ago


Key responsibilities

  • Seek out and engage with customers to deliver exceptional customer service, including identifying needs and promoting products and credit options

  • Maintain expert-level knowledge of all selling areas and lead product knowledge training for other associates

  • Manage inventory by analyzing reports, organizing backstock, and ensuring merchandise is properly displayed and replenished on the sales floor


Scheels rating

7.2

Company rating: 7.2 out of 10

Based on 284 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz


Job description

Scheels Company Goals:

We strive to be the best retailer in the USA in the eyes and minds of our customers, associates, and business partners.

What We Commit To – Our Employee Ownership Values

As an employee-owner, you’re expected to actively contribute to a culture that thrives on:

  • Delivering a Personalized WOW Customer Experience
      • Every customer interaction is an opportunity to exceed expectations
      • We focus on making every visit memorable, personalized, and impactful
  • Having a Team-First, Winning Mentality
      •  We succeed together by supporting one another and celebrating team wins
      • Collaboration and unity drive our performance and customer experience
  • Learning and Adapting to Constant Change
      • We embrace growth, innovation, and feedback
      • Change is not a barrier–it’s a catalyst for improvement and excellence
  • Taking Pride in Our Work and Thinking Like Owners
      •  Every task matters, and we take full responsibility for the results
      • Ownership means accountability, care, and drive to go above and beyond
  • Expecting Honesty and Integrity in All That We Do
    •  Trust is the foundation of our relationships–with customers and with each other
    • We act with transparency, fairness, and respect at all times

Responsibilities:

  • Deliver exceptional customer service by seeking out and engaging with customers, going through the steps of the sale to determine their needs, recommending appropriate products, and promoting the Scheels Visa Credit Card
  • Maintain expert-level knowledge in all selling areas, as well as lead product knowledge training for other associates
  • Consistently meet or exceed personal sales goals while delivering a high-quality customer experience
  • Manage inventory by running and analyzing Internal Flash Reports
  • Effectively maintain an organized backstock while ensuring merchandise is properly displayed and replenished on the sales floor
  • Ensures their product is accurately displayed to customers through price tagging, sales stickers, and signage
  • Maintain a professional appearance, positive attitude, and team-oriented atmosphere
  • Communicate professionally with other associates within the store, the Scheels Campus, and Vendors/Sales Representatives
  • Ensures their work area is clean, organized, and meets safety standards
  • Ability to perform basic math; perform operations using units of currency, measurements, and understand percentages
  • Ability to work assigned schedule; may include varied hours, evenings, weekends, and holidays. Including product knowledge meetings

Starting $45,000-$50,000 annually (average combined hourly + commission)

Education & Experience:

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma or general education degree (GED), 1-3  months of related experience or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Physical Requirements/Lifting Requirements:

Must be able to sit, stand, bend at the waist, climb, stoop, kneel, crouch, reach, walk, push/pull, lift, talk, and hear with or without reasonable accommodation.

Heavy work – Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects

Scheels cares about the health and safety of our Associates.  Associates are expected to follow all safety procedures and perform their job duties in a fashion that minimizes the risk of injury. 

Benefits:

At SCHEELS, we offer a full range of benefits, including an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), 401(k) with Roth options, associate discounts, and full health coverage—including medical, HSA, dental, and vision. We also offer accident and hospital indemnity insurance, an Employee Assistance Program, and time to recharge through paid time off, holiday pay, maternity leave, and bereavement leave. (Note: Additional leave benefits may apply based on your state of employment.) 

Learn more about what it means to be an owner at SCHEELS on our Careers Page.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Scheels is an equal employment opportunity employer providing equal employment opportunities to individuals regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, Scheels will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals when appropriate.


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