Job Summary
The Loudoun United FC & Segra Field team is looking for an enthusiastic and detailed individual to commit as a corporate partnerships sales professional for Loudoun United FC (USL) and our growing Segra Field Events arm.
This ideal candidate is motivated, competitive, and driven to become a leader in the partnerships sales industry. This position will focus on new business revenue generation using the full range of club and stadium inventory to find, identify, develop, and close new opportunities, along with activating and fulfilling the partnership elements. This position is based in Leesburg, VA.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
- Responsible for conducting sales meetings and presentations for selling sponsorship assets that include on-site signage, event digital platforms, media, and experiential space packages
- Ability to negotiate and prepare contract terms of partnerships with input from finance and legal teams
- Achieve sponsorship sales revenue goals and maximize the sale of fully integrated sponsorships in all major categories
- Responsible for keeping management updated on progress towards established revenue goals and of the progress in closing identified prospects. Uses department CRM and other tracking systems to track sales activity and client contact information
- Collaborate with marketing and sales leaders to execute partnership programs and campaigns; implement development strategies to continually engage partners in our business
- Plan and execute partnership pitch presentations and proposals to new and existing clients
- Activate and fulfill partnership elements, including signage, community, tickets, hospitality, etc.
- Work closely with all departments to ensure successful execution of deal points
- Effectively build and sustain strong partner relationships
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience
- Understanding of social media marketing and the digital space
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite & CRM
- Ability to maintain great client/customer relations and work in a team setting
- Ability to effectively and professionally communicate both orally and written with staff, guests, and clients
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment and make sound decisions quickly
- Excellent time management, organization and customer service skills
- Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends and holidays
- Competitive nature and a contagious, positive attitude
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, gender identity, marital or veteran status, or any other protected class.
