Account Executive, Premium Sales

Vancouver Whitecaps FC • Vancouver, BC

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Whitecaps FC Premium Team is looking to add an experienced salesperson to our ranks who is inspired to build community around a pillar institution of Vancouver. The Account Executive, Premium Sales is responsible for identifying and generating new revenue leads, encouraging return and referral business, and providing excellent service to all our Members, Fans & Guests.

Requirements

• Minimum (3) years of sales experience
• Proficient in the Microsoft Office suite of products and above average knowledge of computer technology
• Extraordinary relationship building skills, with a track record of return and referral business success
• Team player with a Premium mindset, and holistic approach to problem solving
• Polished presentation skills, with an ability to adapt and communicate confidently
• Effective time-management skills and ability to multi-task in a dynamic, fast paced environment
• Meticulous attention to details
• Flexible availability including nights, weekends, and holidays
• A strong desire to do meaningful, positive, and impactful work for our community

Nice To Haves

• Post-secondary education in a related field such as business, marketing, or sport management is an asset
• Experience using Salesforce, Archtics, or ticketing software a bonus

Responsibilities

• Generate and close new business leads for our Premium Hospitality spaces
• Nurture current Member & Fan relationships to encourage return and referral business
• Educate and assist new members and fans through the purchasing process
• Assist and lead Sales & Service projects to increase fan engagement, generate new revenue and build community around the Club
• Engage with guests to promote key club messages and campaigns on match days
• Strive to provide excellent service with every Club interaction a member, fan or guest
• Collaborate with internal teams on larger Club projects including community, communications, soccer development, partnerships and marketing when required
• Foster reliable and responsive relationships for our members externally and internally
• Assist with additional game day duties, special events and promotions as required

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree