Sales Director – Footlab OC

Role Overview

The Sales Director will maximize sales revenues through various sales channels, including tournament sales, event sales, referrals, and rebooking strategies. This role will lead all business development functions, including sponsorship sales, non-sport and sport event sales, and marketing.

What You Will Do

The Sales Director will lead all business development functions, develop and implement outbound sales campaigns, create and manage signature non-sport events, design and execute targeted sales campaigns, build and maintain strategic partnerships, and ensure all events are executed with high quality and client expectations are exceeded.

Why It Might Be a Fit

The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 6 years of sales experience, preferably in events, hospitality, or sports/recreation, and at least 3 years of experience managing a sales team or department. The candidate should have proven success in booking and executing a variety of events, experience creating and executing marketing and sponsorship plans, and familiarity with regional events and tourism organizations.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree preferred; or equivalent experience in sales, business development, or the hospitality industry
• Minimum of 6 years of sales experience, preferably in events, hospitality, or sports/recreation
• At least 3 years of experience managing a sales team or department
• Proven success in booking and executing a variety of events including corporate functions, banquets, tournaments, and community events
• Experience creating and executing marketing and sponsorship plans
• Familiarity with regional events and tourism organizations preferred
• Strong knowledge of sales techniques and CRM tools
• Exceptional time management, organization, and interpersonal skills
• Customer-first mindset with strong leadership abilities