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Business Development Senior Manager - MLS

Company Name: 
Eventellect
Location:
Houston, TX
Type of Company:
Sports Company
Position Type:
Full-Time
Contact Name: 
Raquel Pease
Contact Email:
rpease@eventellect.com
Date Posted:
January 31, 2025
Anticipated Start Date:
February 6, 2025

Position Description

We are seeking a passionate, innovative, and driven Business Development Manager to lead the growth of our Major League Soccer (MLS) portfolio. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of identifying and pursuing new business opportunities in the sports industry, combined with excellent client relationship skills and a strong understanding of market trends. This individual will play a key role in advancing unified ticketing strategies and delivering impactful results for our MLS partners.  This role reports direct to the Chief Commercial Officer.

New Business Development-Identify, evaluate, and pursue potential business opportunities within the MLS market.-Create a long-term vision that can be executed over the next 3 years to grow the Eventellect brand within MLS-Research and target new clients, partnerships, and growth areas within MLS.Client Relationship Management-Build and maintain strong, trusted relationships with existing MLS clients to ensure satisfaction and retention.-Develop and implement unified ticketing strategies tailored to MLS partners, providing actionable insights and detailed market analysis.Market Analysis and Strategy-Stay informed on industry trends, MLS market dynamics, and the competitive landscape.-Conduct market research to understand customer needs and inform business decisions.Proposal Development and Presentation-Prepare and deliver compelling proposals and presentations to potential clients, showcasing Eventellect’s value proposition.-Present analysis and recommendations to internal executives and stakeholders.Collaboration and Teamwork-Partner with cross-functional teams, including Data Science, Product, and Client Services, to ensure seamless delivery of solutions to MLS clients.Reporting and Analytics-Monitor and analyze performance metrics, providing data-driven insights to guide strategies and assess business development efforts.

Desired Qualifications

How to Apply

"Quick link: https://www.teamworkonline.com/sports-technology-jobs/sports-technology-careers/eventellect/business-development-senior-manager-mls-2109433?utm_medium=email&utm_source=tw-notifier-email Requirements: -Bachelor’s degree (BA, BS) or equivalent required; advanced degrees (MBA or related) are a plus. -Proven experience in business development, sales, or ticketing, ideally within the sports industry. -Knowledge of and passion for Major League Soccer is a strong plus. -Strong network and existing relationships within the sports industry are a plus. -Excellent written and verbal communication and presentation skills. -Strong analytical aptitude and attention to detail, with the ability to interpret and use data effectively. -Exceptional interpersonal and problem-solving abilities. -Proficiency in MS Office, with advanced skills in Excel and PowerPoint. -Knowledge of ticketing systems and data visualization tools is a plus. -Ability to travel up to 30% of the time and work evenings, weekends, or holidays as needed. -Willingness to relocate to Houston, TX."