Area Director, Golfnow Sales

Job Description

Responsibilities
NBC Sports Next is where sports and technology intersect. We're a subdivision of NBC Sports and home to all NBCUniversal digital applications in sports and technology within our three groups: Youth & Recreational Sports; Golf; and Betting, Gaming & Emerging Media.

At NBC Sports Next, we make playing sports better through innovative technology and immersive experiences for athletes, coaches, players and fans. We equip more than 30MM players, coaches, athletes, sports administrators and fans in 40 countries with more than 25 sports solution products, including SportsEngine, the largest youth sports club, league and team management platform; GolfNow, the leading online tee time marketplace and provider of golf course operations technology; GolfPass the ultimate golf membership that connects golfers to exclusive content, tee time credits, and coaching, tips; TeamUnify, swim team management services; GoMotion, sports and fitness business software solutions; and NBC Sports Edge, a leading platform for fantasy sports information and betting-focused tools.

At NBC Sports Next we're fueled by our mission to innovate, create larger-than-life events and connect with sports fans through technology that provides the ultimate in immersive experiences.

Come join us as we work together as one team to innovate and deliver what's Next.

Responsibilities: The Area Director is expected to be the expert on the local golf economy which includes detailed knowledge of golf courses, golf media, key industry leaders and competitors. With the assistance of the area sales teams, this person will use this knowledge to maximize key performance metrics. These metrics include: area sales goals, market penetration, product penetration, tee time utilization rates and local golfer participation levels. Additional responsibilities:

Job Duties
• Build, develop and manage area sales team to achieve annual sales goals
• Conduct general management functions such as performance reviews and managing employee concerns and grievances
• Lead area sales team to establish and grow relationships with golf course clients
• Develop and manage key national sales initiatives
• Contribute to strategic discussions regarding the long-term direction of the company
• Participate in the development of national sales processes and strategies

Qualifications/Requirements
Basic Qualifications
• College degree required; computer/internet/digital sales expertise preferred
• Management experience required
• 8+ years of relevant work experience with formal sales training required

Additional Job Requirements
• Willingness to travel and work overtime, and on weekends with short notice

Desired Characteristics

Desired Qualifications
• Sales development and/or strategy experience a plus
• Online distribution experience a plus
• Punctual, regular and consistent attendance

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-r077v8-216-73-216-171-42 in your application.