Representative, Sales Development (Jan 2027 Start)

Nichols College; Dudley (MA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) match

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Flexible schedule

Tickets to games

Gym membership

Job summary

The Arizona Cardinals Football Club is seeking a Representative, Sales Development for an 8–12-month program in-person at State Farm Stadium. The role focuses on selling ticket products, developing new leads, and delivering excellent service to fans and clients during games and events.

Strong communication, motivation, and teamwork are essential as you gain skills in sales, customer service, and event planning while advancing within the organization.

Qualifications

• Education: College degree is preferred (but not required) or equivalent experience.
• Self-motivated and able to work independently, while also being able to be collaborative and team oriented.
• Ability to effectively work in a fast-paced environment with multiple priorities and strong project management.

Responsibilities

• Sell a full menu of ticket products for the Arizona Cardinals, including season ticket packages, group tickets, and hospitality options.
• Develop new leads through calls, emails, and referrals.
• Complete 80-100+ phone calls daily.
• Work required events – including home games at State Farm Stadium.
• Provide excellent customer service to prospects and current clients over the phone and at games.

Skills

Self-motivated

Independent

Team oriented

Strong work ethic

Effective communication

Confidentiality

Education

College degree preferred or equivalent

Job description

Position:

Representative, Sales Development – Full-time/Temporary/Non-Exempt (Hourly + Commission)

Department:

Ticket Sales and Services

Reports to:

Manager, Sales Development

Location:

Arizona Cardinals (Tempe, AZ)

Format:

In-person

Start Date:

8–12-months starting in January 2027

Note: Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of a student or employment Visas (including, but not limited to F-1, M-1, J-1, H-1B, OPT and/or CPT programs, etc.).

Cardinals Organizational Summary:

The Arizona Cardinals Football Club is a professional football team within the National Football League (NFL). We compete in the National Football Conference (NFC) West division and call State Farm Stadium, in Glendale, Arizona, our home.

As one of the oldest pro football franchises in the U.S., the Club has established itself as a sport and cultural hallmark within Arizona, as well as a trailblazer for diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIB) initiatives and firsts around the League. Our vision is to build a leading sports organization that competes for championships, drives business results, creates loyal fans, develops proud employees, and inspires hope in our community. We are relentless in our pursuit of greatness on and off the field, while positively impacting our people, our fans, and our community.

If you want to join an organization that values putting the team first, doing what is right, growing with positivity, valuing every voice, while driving performance, we would love for you to join our team. Learn more about the Arizona Cardinals and see what’s happening here.

Job Summary:

Are you looking to launch your career in sports? Do you want a dynamic, exciting career that’s more than a typical 9-5? The Arizona Cardinals may be the fit for you. We are seeking coachable, fearless, competitive, and confident individuals who are ready to learn, sell, and advance their careers. Our 8–12-month program is focused on building your professional foundation, while learning skills such as sales, customer service, and event planning. This program will allow top performing associates with internal and external opportunities to advance their sports careers.

Primary Job Duties:

The Representative, Sales Development role will have the daily responsibilities including, without limitation, to the following:

• Sell a full menu of ticket products for the Arizona Cardinals, including, but not limited to season ticket packages, group tickets, and hospitality options
• Develop new leads through calls, emails, and referrals
• Complete 80-100+ phone calls daily
• Work required events – including but not limited to home games at State Farm Stadium
• Provide excellent customer service to prospects and current clients over the phone and at games
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications/Requirements

• Education: College degree is preferred (but not required) or equivalent experience
• No sales experience required.
• Self-motivated and able to work independently, while also being able to be collaborative and team oriented.
• Ability to effectively work in a fast-paced environment with multiple competing priorities that require strong project management and decision-making capabilities and flexibility.
• Highly motivated with a strong work ethic.
• Can communicate effectively with all individuals across the organization.
• Accuracy and attention to detail required.
• Maintains the highest level of confidentiality and sensitivity to all team and business-related matters and information.
• Experience supporting a healthy culture within an organization where employees feel valued, engaged, and united toward the common goals of championship-level performance.
• Understanding of Microsoft applications: Outlook, Word, etc.
• Must be able to stand and exert well-paced mobility for periods of up to eight (8) hours in length.
• Flexibility to work on event days including evenings, weekends, and holidays; hours may vary depending on business needs.
• Must complete all pre-employment forms and successfully pass a background check.

Cardinals Benefits/Perks Summary:

The Arizona Cardinals Football Club has developed a comprehensive benefits package that provides economic and inclusive benefits to full-time employees. The Cardinals benefits offer care, protection, and support for employees and their loved ones. The Cardinals organization encourages an environment that is conducive to living a healthy, productive, and flexible lifestyle.

Benefits and Perks include, but are not limited to:

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance options; effective the first day of hire
• 401 (k) retirement option with employer match contribution
• Paid Time Off Accruals (including sick time accruals)
• Paid Time Off for most Federal holidays
• Time off for Maternity, Paternity, Military, and Bereavement
• MDLIVE: 24/7 medical support
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) & Health Care Saving Account options
• Discounts on Cardinals gear & paraphernalia
• Tuition reimbursement & Professional Growth opportunities
• Daily free lunch
• Complimentary season tickets
• Subsidized gym memberships

The Arizona Cardinals Football Club is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, gender identity, marital or veteran status, or any other protected class.