Sales Manager

Red Tiger Marketing; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A sports marketing agency in Greater London is seeking a passionate Sales Manager to lead their sales efforts and drive revenue growth. The role involves managing sponsorship sales processes, building relationships with clients, and leading a high-performing sales team. Candidates should have a minimum of 5 years in sales, exceptional communication skills, and a strong understanding of the sports industry. This position offers a competitive salary, an industry-leading commission structure, and a hybrid working culture.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Commission and bonus structure

25 days holiday plus extras

Hybrid working culture

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of high-performance sales experience.
• Proven track record in building strong relationships and influencing stakeholders.
• Strong understanding of the sports or events industry.

Responsibilities

• Drive sponsorship sales revenue for various clients.
• Lead and motivate a team of Sales Executives.
• Manage day-to-day client communications and proposals.
• Establish and nurture relationships with corporate clients.

Skills

Sales experience

Relationship management

Emotional intelligence

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Presentation skills

Tools

CRM systems

Sales analytics tools

Job description

About the job

Red Tiger Marketing is a specialist organisation dedicated to driving value growth for sports teams, leagues, and related industries. We adopt a performance-based approach both on and off the pitch, leveraging data, research, and technology to develop and implement growth strategies that provide our clients with a competitive edge. We partner with a diverse range of clients to drive growth, enhance brand visibility, and maximise revenue. Our entrepreneurial spirit and commitment to excellence set us apart in the industry.

Our extensive experience in achieving commercial excellence, grounded in insight and innovation, combined with our comprehensive playbook of revenue strategies and delivery capabilities, equips us with the expertise and tools to offer turnkey solutions across the sports sector.

As we continue to expand rapidly, we are seeking a passionate and self‑motivated Sales Manager to join our team. This role is pivotal in leading our sales efforts, forging new partnerships, and driving revenue growth. If you thrive in a fast‑paced, entrepreneurial environment and have a knack for building high‑performing sales teams, we want to hear from you.

Requirements

We are looking for an experienced Sales Manager with experience in driving revenue and developing successful client relationships. The ideal candidate will possess a strategic mindset, exceptional communication skills, and the ability to build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders at both rights holders and brands.

Key responsibilities include

• Working on behalf of a variety of clients to drive sponsorship sales revenue.
• Manage the end‑to‑end sales process, including delivery of sponsorship sales strategy, pipeline development and deal conversion.
• Lead and motivate a team of Sales Executives to lead on early funnel opportunity development.
• Manage day‑to‑day client communications across strategy, reporting and alignment on live deals, maintaining strong client relationships.
• Manage pitches, proposals and negotiations.
• Attending commercial and networking events on behalf of clients and the agency.
• Establish and nurture trusted relationships with key stakeholders, corporate clients, and high‑level decision‑makers at global brands to secure long‑term sponsorship agreements.
• Leverage market insights and performance data to guide decision‑making and refine sales strategies.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of high‑performance sales experience.
• Proven track record in building strong internal and external relationships and influencing stakeholders.
• Experience in proactive sales, ideally within sports, entertainment, or events, and working across different countries and cultures.
• High level of emotional intelligence, with a passion for sport.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills, with the ability to engage high‑net‑worth individuals and corporate clients.
• Strong understanding of the sports, entertainment, or events industry, and proficiency in CRM systems and sales analytics tools.
• Self‑motivated, results‑driven, and able to thrive in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment.

Join us at Red Tiger Marketing and be part of a team that is redefining the sports marketing landscape with innovation and passion. Here, you'll have the opportunity to accelerate your own growth while contributing to the exciting journey of our company.

Benefits

• A Competitive Salary DOE: We offer a salary that reflects your experience and expertise, ensuring you are rewarded for your skills and contributions to the company.
• An Industry‑Leading Commission and Bonus Structure: Our commission and bonus structure is designed to reward high performance and drive, providing you with the opportunity to significantly increase your earnings based on your success.
• 25 Days Holiday Plus Extras: Enjoy a generous holiday allowance to ensure you have a healthy work‑life balance and ample time to recharge, including Bank Holidays and closure over Christmas.
• A Hybrid Working Culture: Benefit from the flexibility of a hybrid working environment, allowing you to work both remotely and in the office, fostering a balance between collaboration and personal productivity.