Director, Partnership Sales & Media
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Director Partnership & Media Sales
Headquarters
Phoenix AZ
Job Summary:
Player 15 Group includes several companies and many collaborative departments that support the Phoenix Suns Phoenix Mercury and Footprint Center.
Would you like to win championships and create sustained success Player 15 Group is looking for individuals who are committed to pursuing excellence and being a part of creating memorable experiences.
We are seeking an experienced and highly motivatedDirector Partnership & Media Sales to assist team members with sales leadership creative thinking strategic planning and relationship management with a focus on delivering tailored innovative partnership solutions to prospective corporate partners.
What You Will Do:
- New Business Development:
- Drive the full sales cycle including prospecting needs analysis ideation proposal development negotiation and closing.
- Proactively identify and pursue new partnership opportunities that align with brand objectives and maximize revenue potential.
- Build customized high-impact partnership solutions using assets across media digital experiential and venue platforms.
- Collaborate with the Product Development team to bring unique data-informed partnership platforms to market.
- Strategic Sales Execution:
- Create compelling insight-driven proposals that articulate clear value propositions for prospective partners.
- Leverage market intelligence and internal data to inform targeting positioning and partner outreach strategies.
- Execute high-quality pitches and presentations that reflect the premium nature of the Player 15 Groups properties.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration:
- Partner with the Creative Marketing Product Development and Legal teams to align on deliverables and ensure execution readiness.
- Work with the Partnership Strategy & Service team to ensure a seamless transition from sale to service.
- Team Leadership & Coaching:
- Manage and develop one Manager Partnership & Media Sales ensuring performance targets are met and professional growth is supported.
- Foster a team culture focused on innovation accountability and collaboration.
- Relationship Management:
- Build and maintain strong relationships with senior-level decision makers agencies and brand marketers.
- Represent the Player 15 Group at industry events conferences and key meetings.
- Performance Tracking & Reporting:
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date pipeline and CRM data.
- Report on revenue targets prospecting progress and performance metrics to VP Partnership & Media Sales.
What We Need from Our Director Partnership & Media Sales:
- 7 years of experience in sponsorship sales media sales or integrated marketing partnerships preferably in sports entertainment or media.
- Demonstrated ability to close six- and seven-figure partnership deals.
- Strong leadership qualities with experience managing or mentoring junior team members.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills including pitch creation and presentation delivery.
- Deep understanding of consultative selling and partnership marketing principles.
- Results-oriented mindset with a strong sense of ownership and accountability.
Experience/ Education Requirements:
- High school diploma or GED
- Proficiency in CRM platforms (e.g. Salesforce) Microsoft Office and proposal/presentation tools.
- Bachelors degree in Business Marketing Communications or a related field; MBA a plus.
What You Can Expect:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by Director Partnership & Media Sales to optimally perform the essential functions of this role. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Ability to transit throughout the arena for long periods of time.
- This position works mainly indoors removed from extreme weather; exposure to weather is <5%
- S-Sedentary Work Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally.
- Must be able to carry on a conversation both on the phone and in-person.
- Ability to Read Write & Speak in English
- Wide range of full-time benefit options including
- Medical Dental and Vision coverages
- Life and Disability options
- Vacation sick and holiday leave programs
- In-arena work requirements with the potential of hybrid schedules based on each role and department.
- Perks:
- Discounts at Fanatics Team Shop
- Tickets available for Phoenix Suns and Phoenix Mercury games
- Visit ourCulturepage to learn more about our culture and work environment
Player 15 Group is committed to employing a diverse workforce. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race color religion sex national origin age sexual orientation gender identity gender expression veteran status or disability.
Please note this job description is not crafted to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
For questions about this career opportunity please contact the People & Culture Recruiting team at
Required Experience:
Director
Employment Type
Full-Time
