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Charlotte FC

Manager - Ticket Sales

Charlotte FC, Charlotte, North Carolina, United States, 28245

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Position Ticket Sales Manager

Department Ticket Sales & Services

Status Full-time (Exempt)

Reporting Relationship Reports to Director of Ticket Sales & Services

About Charlotte FC Charlotte Football Club is the Major League Soccer Club in the Carolinas. The Club's mission is to be a unifying force that is bigger than one city and encourage a sense of belonging through a progressive, collective, and ambitious approach that guides efforts on and off the pitch. CLTFC is committed to driving growth through the sport and community outreach. Charlotte FC is owned by David Tepper and is a part of Tepper Sports & Entertainment, which also includes Bank of America Stadium and the Carolina Panthers. For more information, visit CharlotteFootballClub.com.

Position Summary Manage all Sales activities for full-time staff and yearly support sales staff to achieve department revenue and goals through the sale of all general and Club season tickets and individual match tickets. In addition, achieve an individual sales goals set by department. The Ticket Sales Manager is responsible for management and sales strategies while maintaining a close working relationship with the other leaders of Ticket Sales, Service & Operations.

Primary Responsibilities

Lead the sales efforts for all new Season Tickets

Assist in the management of sales staff by determining sales targets, developing pitch points, aligning marketing and advertising to assist with specific campaigns

Assist in developing sales leads through CRM initiatives and marketing

Develop sales techniques and incentives to maximize productivity

Hire, train and continue to grow sales staff individually and as a team

Engage in the sales process and set tone by contributing to the sales process - be creative

Assist with sales forecasting activities and setting performance goals accordingly

Deliver sales presentations to key clients in coordination with sales reps

Meet with key clients, assist sales reps with maintaining relationships and negotiating and closing deals

Maintain high level of customer service to all clients/customers

Sustain a team that continually achieves high productivity and maintains a high standard professionalism

Sales Responsibilities

Sell Season Tickets, group tickets, and single match packages through meetings with current customers, outbound sales calls and networking contacts

Assist (as needed) in the development, coordination, implementation of match day activities

Committed to the support of department goals and objectives, such as budgets and sales goals

Work with Ticket Operations to ensure all accounts are up-to-date on tickets, payment, etc.

Assist in determining and implementing enhancement programs for current customers to generate sales and retention as well as locate incremental revenue opportunities

Ensure proper maintenance of Season Ticket accounts is performed and current quality standards are met

Additional Responsibilities

Work with all other Departments to improve communication and improve the fan experience

Work directly with Marketing Team to maximize sales campaigns

Committed to the support of Department goals and objectives in all areas

Involvement in game day activities, promotions, and non-gameday sales events

Facilitate special projects as assigned

Additional related duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

Minimum of 4 years of ticket sales experience

Minimum 1 year of leadership responsibilities

Must possess excellent communication skills with a focus on motivating and innovating

Strength in teamwork, professionalism and time management

Positive and mature attitude with strong leadership skills

Must be flexible to work evenings and/or weekends.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with Microsoft Dynamics CRM and Archtics ticketing system

Required Skills & Abilities

Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail

Strong verbal and written communication skills with a focus on motivating and innovating

Works well under pressure while maintaining a positive attitude

Strong leadership skills

Must be a team player, reliable, and dependable

Ability to make sound decisions and exercise independent judgement and discretion with integrity and accountability, while working in a fast-paced, high-demand, and sometimes strenuous environment

Must maintain complete confidentiality of privileged, and/or sensitive information

Must, at all times, display the character and values of the Tepper Sports & Entertainment brand

Must be able to multi-task while managing time successfully

Charlotte FC is an equal opportunity at-will employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of age, race, religion, color, disability, sex, sexual orientation, or national origin.

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