Group Events Account Executive
Minnesota Timberwolves
Minneapolis, MNThis was removed by the employer on 6/29/2018 6:16:00 AM PST
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Job Title: Group Events Account Executive
Department: Group Events
Reports to: Director of Group Events
FLSA Status: Full-Time/Regular/Non-Exempt
Date Modified: 4/23/2018
Position Summary/Objective: The primary focus of this position is to develop and nurture client relationships in Minneapolis/St. Paul and surrounding areas focusing on creating and selling group events/group experiences through group ticket inventory.
Essential Functions
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform these essential functions:
1. Top priority is to sell group tickets as well as full and partial season memberships and premium seating.
2. Generate new and renewal revenue in group tickets, full and partial season memberships by researching individuals, companies and industries.
3. Make cold calls, attend charity events and networking events, conduct professional meetings with potential clients.
4. Provide excellent customer service by creating unique touch points, promptly responding to requests or communications, and establishing a dynamic relationship with all customers.
5. Document all communication in Client Relationship Management CRM.
6. Participate in educational opportunities on Timberwolves and Lynx product offerings, pricing and sales strategies, as well as market trends and industry best practices.
The above essential functions are not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Other:
1. Strong written and verbal communication skills required.
2. Computer skills required: experience with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook) is preferred.
3. Able to work flexible hours including nights, weekends and holidays.
4. Ability to work well on a team and independently.
5. Ability to manage specific processes and tasks in the department under supervision.
6. Knowledge of CRM and Veritix is preferred.
Experience: Minimum one (1) year of sales experience is preferred. Customer service experience is also preferred.
Education:
Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience is preferred.
Specialized Knowledge, Licenses, etc.: Knowledge of business practices within professional sports is preferred.
Supervisory Responsibility, if any: This position does not have supervisory responsibilities
Work Environment
This job operates in a professional office environment. In addition to working office hours staff may be required to work Timberwolves and Lynx home games as well as external events including but not limited to: charity and networking events. Work is generally sedentary in nature, and the working environment is favorable. Work is generally performed within an office environment, with standard office equipment available. This job also operates in a sports arena, which includes bleachers/steps as well as moderate to high levels of noise.
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to communicate and exchange information with others both in person and over the telephone. The employee frequently is required to remain in a stationary position as well as operate computers and other office equipment, such as a copy machine, printer and telephone. Staff will frequently sit, stand, walk, and ascend and descend bleachers/steps in the arena. Staff may occasionally move boxes of merchandise weighing up to 30 pounds.
Travel
Position may require travel to external events.
EEO Statement
The Minnesota Timberwolves and Lynx are an equal employment opportunity organization.
E-Verify Statement
This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. If E-Verify cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, this employer is required to give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact Department of Homeland Security (DHS) or Social Security Administration (SSA) so you can begin to resolve the issue before the employer can take any action against you, including terminating your employment. Employers can only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9.
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