Inclusively is partnering with a professional sports office to hire a Group Sales Account Executive. **Please note: this role is NOT an internal position with Inclusively but with the partner company.**

ABOUT INCLUSIVELY:

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Who we are:

The mission of our company is to be #1 in everything we do and to be a global brand to all of our fans. We take pride in the growth and success of the entire Gulf Coast region and are committed to leveraging our resources and goodwill to foster meaningful change for the greater good of society and our community. We celebrate individuality and value all identities and experiences, and value the perspectives of our team members. Our team members are integral to our success, and we stand beside them through success and hardship. We make it a priority to make all team members feel included and their opinions be heard. Together, we win!

Who you are:

You want to be part of a team that values community, integrity, excellence, and an organization where people come first and are celebrated. You love the industry of sports, and are excited by the potential of working for two major leagues. You understand and appreciate that New Orleans is a unique city with so much to offer, and you want to be a part of the vibrant community that wants to see its teams be the best. You are passionate, driven, and ready to work hard and have fun.

Position Summary:

Our company is seeking a passionate, committed, and energetic Group Sales Account Executive. The primary focus of this position will be selling our group tickets, while being responsible for incremental revenue generation for season ticket and suite products. This individual will plan and coordinate large group events and theme nights, directed at generating ticket sales. The selected candidate will make outgoing calls, set/attend sales-based appointments in addition to working sales events and games. Account Executives will perform basic office functions as needed and be challenged to create new ideas to increase sales.

What you will be doing:

Specific duties include, but are not limited to:

• Make sales calls from category lists to area organizations and follow-up as necessary
• Generate new business through face-to-face appointments, self-prospecting and outbound calls
• Perform “game day” responsibilities, including entertaining clients and fulfilling large group events and theme night commitments
• Attend team and community events for purpose of maximizing sales opportunities
• Coordinate with other departments to organize and implement large group/theme nights
• Meet or exceed weekly, monthly and annual sales goals
• Provide outstanding and professional customer service to clients in order to build relationships to provide repeat business
• Proactively create opportunities for new business with existing customers
• Additional responsibilities as assigned by the Director of Season Tickets and Group Sales

What you’ll bring:

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited university of college, preferably in business or sports management
• 2+ years of sales experience required; experience with sports sales is preferred
• Aggressive, competitive, and committed to the sports industry
• Highly-motivated with a desire to be successful
• Detail-oriented and organized; ability to handle several projects at once while working in a deadline oriented setting
• Demonstrates a positive and personable attitude; has the ability to work in a dynamic team environment with all levels in the organization
• Proficient computer skills preferred (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint); CRM and ticketing background is a plus
• Ability to work flexible hours including evenings, weekends, some holidays and event nights based on the schedules of the NFL and NBA

Working Conditions:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to:

• Sit for multiple hours at a time while making sales calls and updating sales data
• Stand for multiple hours at a time while speaking with potential clients at events or games
• Walk with potential client to show seat location in the Arena and climb stairs

What we offer:

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance options
• 401K with employer contributions
• Paid parental leave
• PTO and paid holidays
• Wellness Program