Sales Manager : Sports, Leisure and Corporate : Midlands : A GBP 40,000
About The Role
My client is seeking a driven Sales Manager to join a dynamic sports:focused business. Youll own the full sales cycle with leading leisure and sports brands:They will look at Talent from performance apparel and footwear to sporting venues:building strong partnerships and driving revenue growth.
Key Responsibilities
* Develop and execute a targeted sales plan to hit revenue targets, leveraging direct outreach, account development, and promotional campaigns.
* Build and nurture lasting relationships with key decision:makers at sports, fashion, footwear and venue businesses, managing contracts, rates negotiations, and renewals.
* Identify new market opportunities across sports and leisure sectors, qualify prospects, and maintain a healthy sales pipeline.
* Collaborate cross:functionally (marketing, operations, product) to align on client feedback, competitor insights, and pricing strategies.
* Represent the company at industry events and client visits to showcase our offerings and strengthen brand presence.
Your Background,
* Proven Sales Manager or Senior Sales Executive with 3+ years experience selling into sports, leisure or lifestyle brands (e.g. athletic apparel, sports footwear, stadiums or entertainment venues).
* Demonstrable passion for sport:whether on the track, field or in the stands:and deep understanding of the leisure/sports market landscape.
* Strong track record of meeting or exceeding targets, excellent negotiation skills, and a consultative approach to client engagement.
* Comfortable working in a hybrid model, balancing remote prospecting with in:person meetings and industry events.
* Exceptional communication skills and ability to influence at senior levels.
* If you live and breathe sport and have a proven sales pedigree in the leisure sector, wed love to hear from you. Apply now to be part of our winning team
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