Account Executive
Chicago Sky
Skokie, ILThis was removed by the employer on 7/4/2018 8:16:00 PM PST
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Full Time Job
The Chicago Sky is seeking an experienced, passionate, and enthusiastic sales person to join our staff and become a leader in the sports and entertainment industry. This position is for a full time Account Executive who can demonstrate the skills and knowledge needed to exceed weekly and monthly sales goals. The ideal candidate must be a competitive, experienced sales professional who leads by example, possesses the ability to develop strong relationships, maintains a professional attitude and maximizes opportunities. Ticket sales will be generated via phone calls, prospecting, referrals and face-to-face presentations with a strong focus on relationship sales and customer retention.
Responsibilities:
1. Sell full season ticket memberships, partial season ticket memberships, and group packages for the Chicago Sky
2. Renew existing customers and sales through exceptional customer service practices and problem solving skills
3. Make 75 outbound phone calls on a daily basis
4. Continuously create and implement strategies to prospect, develop, and grow ticket sales opportunities and ideas
5. Maintain detailed records of customer interactions and sales process utilizing Archtics
6. Meet or exceed weekly and monthly sales goals in the areas of season, group, and partial-plan ticket packages
7. Contribute positively to the sales team culture by developing mutually beneficial working relationships with all team members
8. Game night responsibilities as well as attend outside events
Minimum Qualifications:
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Sports Management, Marketing a related field or equivalent job experience in a related field
• Two-years of successful sales experience (preferably in the sports or entertainment industry)
• Must possess excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Self-starter with a positive attitude and ability to work independently.
• Ability to function in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple projects while adhering to deadlines
• Strong time management and organizational skills as well as exceptional work ethic, strong desire to succeed, eagerness to learn, professionalism and a passion for the sports industry and women's sports
• Ability to work as a team player while being open and willing to learn
• Ability to work flexible hours including evenings, weekends, some holidays, and event nights
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