Sales Manager Job at Unlimited Entertainment

Unlimited Entertainment is a startup enterprise with a bold vision to bring about innovation across multiple industries, including technology, sports, and academia. Founded by a team of forward-thinking entrepreneurs, we are committed to pushing boundaries and redefining industry standards. We are committed to innovation, collaboration, and agility to pursue impactful change in every sector we touch.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Position: Sales Manager
Job Location: Lekki-Epe, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Summary

• We are seeking a dynamic and motivated Sales Manager to lead the sales function for our interactive sports entertainment company. 
• This role is responsible for driving sponsorship sales, securing event partnerships, and expanding our client base for tournaments and experiential activations. 
• The ideal candidate is passionate about sports and entertainment, has strong B2B relationship-building skills, and thrives in a fast-paced, event-driven environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a sales strategy to secure sponsorships, partnerships, and bookings for our tournaments and sports events.
• Identify and engage potential corporate sponsors, brand partners, schools, and organizations interested in collaborating with our sports events.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key clients and stakeholders, ensuring long-term engagement and satisfaction.
• Lead contract negotiations, close deals, and oversee execution of partnership agreements.
• Collaborate with the marketing and operations teams to align sales messaging with event goals and ensure seamless execution.
• Create customized sponsorship proposals and pitch decks that align with client needs and event themes.
• Monitor market trends and competitor activities to identify new sales opportunities and stay ahead of industry developments.
• Represent the company at industry networking events, meetings, and sports expos to generate leads and promote brand visibility.
• Track sales performance and prepare regular reports on revenue, pipelines, and forecasts using CRM tools.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Marketing, Sports Management, or a related field.
• 2 – 5 years of sales experience, preferably in event management, sports, entertainment, or media.
• Proven track record of meeting or exceeding sales targets and securing sponsorships or corporate partnerships.
• Strong communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
• Passion for sports and understanding of the sports/events sponsorship landscape.
• Proficiency in CRM systems and Microsoft Office or Google Workspace.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Existing network within the sports, entertainment, or corporate sponsorship space.
• Experience selling experiential marketing solutions or branded activations.
• Familiarity with event planning and operations to understand client needs from concept to execution.

Working Conditions:

• Temporary remote-based with frequent offsite meetings, client visits, and attendance at sports tournaments and events.
• Some evening and weekend work required in line with event schedules.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: unlimitedentertainment2890@gmail.com using the Job Position as the subject of the email.