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National Basketball Association

Pro basketball league with global media

Account Executive - Premium Sales

Field SalesConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeSan Francisco, CA, USA

About the Job

Requirements

  • A bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience.
  • At least 3 years of B2B relationship sales experience, preferably in sports and entertainment and focused on high-end and corporate clients.
  • Experience selling and negotiating with large corporate accounts.
  • High proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and Outlook, and the ability to learn and master Salesforce, Archtics, and SuitePro.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication, customer service, and resolution skills.
  • A proven track record of exceeding sales targets.
  • Ability to build positive working relationships with clients and peers at all organizational levels and throughout the community.
  • Ability to adapt to changing priorities and organize and prioritize workload.
  • Availability to work nights, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

  • Actively sell and service club-level ticket packages, game night suites, and other premium seating options.
  • Prospect C-level executives, business owners, and high-net-worth individuals in the San Francisco Bay Area through networking, research, and relationship building.
  • Achieve monthly, quarterly, and annual sales goals, including revenue objectives and productivity metrics such as call volume and face-to-face meeting targets.
  • Develop an individual business plan focused on face-to-face appointments and arena tours to sell ticket packages year-round.
  • Schedule, coordinate, and conduct offsite client meetings to sell suites, club seats, and other premium seating.
  • Maintain a detailed sales pipeline to accurately forecast sales.
  • Keep detailed records of premium accounts using the Archtics ticketing system and Salesforce CRM.
  • Use Warriors home games to build rapport with existing clients and generate new leads.
  • Follow sales processes and standards outlined by the Director of Ticket Sales.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Desired Qualifications

  • B2B relationship sales experience in sports and entertainment, focused on high-end and corporate clients.

About the Company

National Basketball Association

Pro basketball league with global media

The NBA is a professional basketball league with teams that compete in regular-season and playoff games, while also running the NBA G League for talent development. It makes money from TV and streaming broadcast rights, sponsorships, merchandise, and ticket sales, and also earns from its digital platforms through ads and subscriptions. Games, stats, and exclusive content are distributed through nba.com and other channels to reach a global audience. The NBA differentiates itself from other leagues by its large, global fanbase, a comprehensive media and sponsorship ecosystem, a robust digital content platform, and a built-in development pathway via the NBA G League that helps players move to the NBA. The organization aims to grow the sport, deepen fan engagement, and maximize revenue across global markets while developing new talent and expanding its brand presence.

Company size
501-1,000
Company stage
Growth Equity (Non-Venture Capital)
Total funding
$45M
Headquarters
Indianapolis, IN
Founded
1946

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