Business Development Executive - Sports

Business Development Executive

The International Arena League (Football) is seeking a highly motivated Business Development Executive to drive revenue growth, establish strategic partnerships, and expand the organization's presence within the football and sports marketplace. The ideal candidate will have a passion for sports, strong sales and relationship-building skills, and the ability to identify new business opportunities that support the company's growth objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify and develop new business opportunities within the sports and football sectors.
• Build relationships with clubs, academies, schools, corporate sponsors, and community organizations.
• Generate revenue through sponsorships, partnerships, player programs, camps, and events.
• Manage the full sales cycle, from prospecting and lead generation to contract negotiation and closing.
• Develop and execute business development strategies aligned with company goals.
• Attend networking events, football tournaments, industry conferences, and community outreach programs.
• Maintain a robust CRM pipeline and provide regular sales forecasts and activity reports.
• Collaborate with marketing teams to create campaigns that drive brand awareness and lead generation.
• Analyze market trends, competitor activity, and emerging opportunities within the sports industry.
• Support special projects and strategic initiatives that contribute to organizational growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Sports Management, Marketing, or related field preferred.
• 2–5+ years of experience in business development, sales, sponsorship sales, or sports marketing.
• Strong understanding of the football industry and sports business landscape.
• Proven track record of meeting or exceeding sales and revenue targets.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and negotiation skills.
• Ability to build and maintain long-term client relationships.
• Self-starter with strong organizational and time-management abilities.
• Proficiency with CRM systems and Microsoft Office/Google Workspace.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive base salary plus commission and performance incentives.
• Professional development and career growth opportunities.
• Opportunity to work within a dynamic and growing football organization.
• Travel opportunities associated with events, tournaments, and partnership development.

Skills

• Business Development
• Sponsorship Sales
• Relationship Management
• Lead Generation
• Strategic Partnerships
• Negotiation
• Sports Marketing
• CRM Management
• Revenue Growth
• Networking