Sales Executive
Sportsworld
This is a hybrid role based in our Teddington office with flexibility for homeworking, so you must live within a commutable distance.
As part of Destination Sport Group, Sportsworld has 40 years’ experience working at prestigious events & has earned an international reputation as one of the UK’s leading event, travel management and corporate hospitality providers. Sportsworld delivers a combination of official travel and event services for clients such as The FA (Qatar 2022, 2024 UEFA Euros) and Manchester City (ie. UEFA Champions League including 3,000 supporters to 2023 Final in Istanbul), as well as official domestic appointments such as The Championships, Wimbledon and Matchroom boxing.
https://www.sportsworld.co.uk/
We are looking for an enthusiastic and driven Sales Executive to join our growing sales team to support the company’s growth across different global sporting events. Reporting to the Senior Sales & Commercial Manager, the Sales Executive will play an important role in managing and growing our corporate client base whilst supporting the wider team and company growth goals.
This is a varied, hands-on role and on a typical day you will carry out the following:
1. Execution of outbound sales strategies – be responsible for identifying prospects, analysing market trends and driving conversions, with focus on expanding the client database and establishing long-term repeat clients.
2. Key client account management: Onboarding and ongoing engagement to nurture relationships.
3. Sales Administration: Ensure efficient and accurate handling of all sales-related processes.
4. Client Communication: Strong product knowledge and maintain clear and professional client communications, both written and verbal in alignment with Sportsworld’s values, creating lasting client relationships.
5. Sales Reports and Analysis: Provide regular sales reports. Collate and analyse sales statistics, contributing to data-driven decision-making.
6. CRM Utilisation: Utilise Sportsworld’s CRM system to deliver premium service to customers, track sales activities and generate reports for the wider team.
7. Financial Administration: Obtain clients PO’s, invoices in timely manner.
8. Event Support: Attend meetings with senior staff members, including clients, project teams, and suppliers, providing essential support and representing Sportsworld.
9. Sales Proposals and Marketing: Collaborate with Sales Manager and Marketing team to create compelling sales proposals and marketing collateral.
10. Industry Knowledge: Stay up to date with industry and sports news, keeping an eye out for new opportunities to enhance our offerings.
To be successful within this role, our ideal candidate will:
1. Have a minimum of 2 years relevant experience in a similar field (within the sports travel &/or hospitality industry would be highly advantageous)
2. Demonstrate experience and passion for sales, with a track record of achieving targets and closing deals
3. Possess excellent communication skills both written & verbal, enabling effective client relationship building
4. Be confident in liaising with clients & 3rd parties including strong negotiation skills
5. Have experience using a CRM system
6. Possess an eye for detail, ensuring accurate reporting and efficient administration
7. Exhibit good time management and prioritisation skills in managing multiple tasks and projects
8. Be a self-starter who is confident hosting client meetings independently
9. Be a team player with a can-do attitude, willing to contribute to the success of the team and the company
10. Share a genuine passion for sports and travel, reflecting our company’s ethos
11. Be willing to occasionally travel both domestically & internationally for work purposes
So if you have a passion for sports, and are looking for your next challenge, take a look and get in touch we'd love to hear from you!
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