Sponsorship Sales Manager

Meent is assisting Sportfive in the recruitment of its Sponsorship Sales Manager on a permanent contract. 

SPORTFIVE is an international sports marketing agency that connects brands, rights holders, media platforms, and fans through the power of sport. 

A market leader, SPORTFIVE relies on a network of 1,200 local experts based in 15 countries worldwide and operates in football, golf, esports, motorsports, basketball, tennis, ice hockey, multi-sport events, handball, and more. 

Its activities include creating sports partnerships, selling marketing and media rights, consulting, activation, content creation, production and distribution, hospitality sales, event management, merchandising and licensing, as well as athlete management. 

Role

The Sponsorship Sales Manager is responsible for selling SPORTFIVE EMEA’s entire sponsorship assets.

The Sponsorship Sales Manager's key responsibilities include:

• Developing and implementing the commercial prospecting strategy for the assigned sector;
• Identifying and reaching out to key decision-makers;
• Understanding clients’ and prospects’ needs and scheduling meetings accordingly;
• Mastering SPORTFIVE EMEA’s sponsorship offerings and assets;
• Preparing tailored proposals in collaboration with the marketing team;
• Presenting and selling sponsorship solutions, negotiating terms, and finalizing contracts;
• Advising advertisers on their sports communication strategies;
• Managing client relationships, including attending professional meetings and supporting clients on match days.

• With a degree in business or a related field, you ideally have a proven and successful sales experience (+2 years), preferably in the sports industry, giving you a strong understanding of our challenges and the ability to engage with high-level stakeholders;
• A true challenger, you have the ability to drive growth and exceed targets. Your interpersonal skills, resilience under pressure, and team spirit are key assets for succeeding in this strategic role for the agency’s development;
• Excellent verbal communication skills with the ability to persuade and influence;
• Strong networking and relationship-building skills;
• Analytical and strategic thinking – flexibility;
• Ability to work under pressure and meet objectives;
• Organizational skills and attention to detail;
• Team spirit and competitive mindset;
• Autonomy and availability;
• Fluent in English.

• Contract Type : Full-time permanent contract
• Location : Boulogne-Billancourt (92)
• Starting date : ASAP
• Salary : Based on profile & experience

Committed to seeking all talents, Meent promotes equality. All applications will be considered regardless of color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, or genetic data.