Student Placement - Sports Business Development - Manchester 2025

targetjobs Hired; Hazel Grove; On-site; GBP 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic sales internship in the exciting world of sports, where you can contribute to data-driven insights and reporting. This role offers a unique opportunity to take ownership of sales categories, conduct in-depth analysis, and collaborate with experienced colleagues. You'll be empowered to share your ideas for improvements and make a lasting impact in a fast-paced environment. With structured training, mentorship programs, and a supportive team, this internship is designed to kickstart your career while you enjoy perks like generous discounts and flexible working arrangements. Don't miss your chance to be part of this incredible journey!

Benefits

Generous discounts on products

Chances to attend sponsored sports events

Structured training and development

Mentorship programs

Quarterly career progression meetings

Funded team socials

On-site gym and classes

Travel expenses covered

Flexible working arrangements

Qualifications

• Proficient in Microsoft PowerPoint and Excel.
• Strong analytical skills with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Support the sales team with operational topics and in-season analysis.
• Provide administrative support and suggest improvements.

Skills

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Excel

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Relationship building

Agility and adaptability

Education

Relevant degree or coursework

Job description

Step into the dynamic world of sports with a sales internship at our Manchester office! In an industry where passion meets innovation, we're seeking team members who share our commitment to continuous learning and improvement.

As part of our sales team, you'll contribute to the further investment in data-driven insights and reporting, playing a crucial role in shaping the future of sports. The Sales team manages key commercial relationships and strives for continuous growth and market share gains.

You may find yourself playing a key part in ensuring we deliver a high level of service through all weekly/seasonal milestones, with the opportunity to take end-to-end Sales ownership of a designated category. Or picture yourself independently creating impactful reports, automating processes, and driving timely actions based on the data provided. Your ideas for improvements will be not only welcomed but encouraged, as we constantly strive for excellence.

Surrounded by experienced colleagues, you'll receive unparalleled support to kickstart your journey.

Join us on this incredible journey of excellence, where every day is an opportunity to make a lasting impact in the world of sports.

GROW YOUR CAPABILITIES THROUGH MEANINGFUL TASKS AND PROJECTS

1. Work with the Sales team and cross-functionally to support ongoing operational topics.
2. Opportunities to take end-to-end Sales ownership of a designated category.
3. Conduct in-season analysis with Analytics teams for demand-based gap analysis and order book management.
4. Join forces with the Market Squads to understand brand positioning in key areas and support strategic planning.
5. Support the sales team's key milestones, working cross-functionally as needed.
6. Build a broader understanding of commercial KPIs and support the team on forecasting topics.
7. Provide administrative support to wider key accounts and North Business Insights and reporting team.
8. Have the confidence to suggest improvements and bring new ideas.

KEY FACTS

1. Application Deadline: February 14th 2025, 11:59 PM GMT
2. Start Date: September 1st, 2025
3. Duration: 1 year
4. Location: Stockport
5. Yearly gross allowance: £23,500

WHAT WOULD MAKE YOU A MATCH

1. Competent in Microsoft packages (PowerPoint and Excel)
2. Curiosity and analytical skills, demonstrating the ability to manage complex data, derive insights, and effectively convey narratives through presentations.
3. Attention to detail.
4. Proactive problem solver with a focus on finding and implementing solutions.
5. Confident communicator skilled in cross-functional collaboration.
6. Strong organizational skills.
7. Capable of using own initiative.
8. Genuine passion for branding.
9. Ability to build strong relationships.
10. Agile and open to change.

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU

1. Attractive salary
2. Generous discounts on products AND staff sales
3. Chances to attend and take part in a sponsored sports event.
4. Structured training and development
5. Mentorship programs Europe
6. Quarterly meetings about career progression
7. Funded Team socials
8. On-site gym and classes or discounted Gym membership (depending on location)
9. Travel expenses covered.
10. Flexible and agile working arrangements