Sports Development & Events Sales Leader (Remote)

Spokane Sports; Spokane, Northern (WA, KY); Hybrid; USD 36,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus target 10%

Medical, Vision & Dental plans

Health Savings Account

Simple IRA with company match

Generous PTO

Wellness stipend

Remote-friendly (2 days)

Job summary

Spokane Sports in Spokane, WA, seeks a Sports Development Manager to drive day-to-day event sales, build a robust pipeline, and secure regional, national and international events. The role emphasizes relationship-building, proposal development, and delivering results to support Spokane's status as a premier sports destination.

The position requires at least 5 years in sales, business development, or event bidding, strong presentation skills, and the ability to collaborate with the event team to

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business, marketing, sports management, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of sales, business development, or event bidding experience.
• Familiarity with sports tourism and events industry preferred.

Responsibilities

• Execute an event sales plan aligned with organizational priorities.
• Identify new regional, national, and international opportunities.
• Build, manage, and report on a robust pipeline of events and rights holders.
• Respond to RFPs, prepare compelling proposals, and close business for Spokane Sports.
• Collaborate with the event management team to ensure seamless handoffs.

Skills

Sales mindset

Relationship-building

Presentation skills

Organizational skills

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

CRM systems

Job description

Spokane Sports in Spokane, WA, seeks a Sports Development Manager to drive day-to-day event sales, build a robust pipeline, and secure regional, national and international events. The role emphasizes relationship-building, proposal development, and delivering results to support Spokane's status as a premier sports destination.

The position requires at least 5 years in sales, business development, or event bidding, strong presentation skills, and the ability to collaborate with the event team to