ACCOUNT EXECUTIVE, PARTNERSHIPS

CHICAGO WOLVES, GLENVIEW, IL

JOB SUMMARY:

This position will be responsible for developing, maintaining, and increasing advertising partnerships. The account executive will generate revenue through the sale of sponsorship/marketing inventory including, but not limited to: in-arena signage; TV, print and internet advertising; community relations initiatives; and retail vendor programs.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Actively prospect new business partnerships with local and regional businesses.
• Develop new and tailored programs to meet the specific needs of each client.
• Communicate regularly with current and prospective partners through phone calls, personal appointments and hospitality at Wolves events and games.
• Assist in the implementation of partnership initiatives.
• Track all correspondence with customers via CRM software.
• Attendance at all Wolves home games and other events.
• Other duties as assigned.
  
  

REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to sell both conceptual and transactional inventory through the entire sales process from prospect identification, contact, ideation, presentation to close.
• A strong focus on relationship sales and customer retention.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Excellent oral, written communication and presentation skills.
• Available to work flexible hours including holidays, evenings and weekends.
  
  

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor's degree required (Business, Communications, Marketing, Sales, preferred).
• Minimum 3-5 years prior experience with a proven record of sales achievements (sponsorship or media sales preferred).
• High energy; ability to remain focused on sales goals and work independently.
  
  

COMPENSATION:

• Salary plus commission
• Benefits included

Preferred method of contact: US Mail or email

Please send cover letter and resume to:

Chicago Wolves Hockey Team
Attn: Jon Sata, VP of Partnerships
2301 Ravine Way Glenview, IL 60025
jsata@chicagowolves.com

No phone calls please.