OVERVIEW:
The Kannapolis Cannon Ballers are a Single-A affiliate of the Chicago White Sox and a member of the Carolina League. The organization is entering an exciting time with the recent unveiling of a new brand identity, coinciding with the relocation to a new downtown ballpark in 2020. The team is assembling a Front Office that is driven to succeed and establish the Kannapolis Cannon Ballers as a model franchise for Minor League Baseball. An Account Executive will play a vital role in building and capitalizing on the momentum of our franchise, while continually building relationships and laying the foundation for long-term success. Ideal candidates will have a focus on customer service and salesmanship, while naturally applying core values of imagination, enthusiasm, and self-confidence.
JOB TYPE:
- Status: Full-Time / Salary & Benefits (Medical/Dental/Vision Coverage)
- Hours: October-March: Normal business hours with supplemental engagement at community and special events April-September: Flexibility to work additional nights and weekends beyond normal business hours
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Persistent sales of season and group tickets through lead generation, cold calls, and client referrals. This includes daily phone calls, emails, and setting up face-to-face meetings with current and prospective clients.
- Make a minimum of (40) outbound sales calls each day to new leads, past customers, and single-game buyers with the goal of generating new ticket revenue.
- Lead potential prospects effectively through the sales cycle in order to convert opportunities into sales or confirmed appointments.
- Actively attend and engage at community networking events throughout the surrounding area.
- Generate strategies aimed to cultivate relationships with niche groups within the Kannapolis market, including youth sports, schools, community organizations and other special focuses.
- Create, promote, sell and implement a variety of group theme nights Provide exceptional customer service with every guest, partner, and client interaction, including Intimidators home games and non-baseball events.
- Other team-related duties as directed by General Manager and Chief Revenue Officer
Outline of Responsibilities could fluctuate and change at any course of time
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Required - Minimum (2) years of previous sales experience Preferred
- Experience in Minor League Baseball or other professional sports Bachelor’s Degree in a related field from an accredited university or college
TRAINING:
All team members within the Cannon Ballers Ticket Sales Department are provided with ongoing and comprehensive training. Beyond a continued education of the sales process, a focus on philosophy and personal growth are installed so each member of the department maintains a successful career path.
The Kannapolis Cannon Ballers are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
