Sr. Manager, Sports Sales & Development

at  Rogers Communications

Are you ready to take your career to new heights and be a part of a dynamic team at Rogers Sports & Media? We believe in creativity, innovation, and collaboration in everything we do, and we are looking for people who share this mindset to join us. With a monthly reach of 30 million Canadians, you can help shape the future of sports, news, e-commerce, and entertainment. At Rogers, we value diversity and inclusivity and believe that every voice matters. Join us today and be a part of a team that is redefining the future of media.
We’re looking for a Senior Manager, Sports Sales & Development reporting into one of our Directors of Sports Sales & Development. You will lead one of four sales and development teams which will create, develop, execute and sell multiplatform integrated sports sponsorship and sports media opportunities. Working collaboratively with Broadcast and Digital content producers (live & non-live), and Revenue Planning & Strategy teams this role will help conceive ideas, gather assets, create engaging sales material and present solutions to agencies, advertisers and sponsors direct. The ideal candidate is experienced in people leadership, both digital and TV media landscapes, should possess exemplary understanding of the evolving sports media network, have an ability to build and sell custom branded content, and have a passion for sports!
Responsible for sustaining and growing Sportsnet’s relationship with their portfolio of clients across their team, as a Senior Manager, Sports Sales & Development you will lead and advise your sales and development leads on both big-picture and tactical matters. The main focus of the business is to collaborate with our partners, production team, and other key stakeholders to bring the best solutions to our clients.

• Coach, Inspire and lead a passionate team of sports enthusiasts
• Drive to exceed yearly revenue target
• Provide intel to Director, Sports Sales & Development on any potential issues occurring in their team’s business
• Present and sell high-quality creative concepts to clients
• Work day-to-day with other members of the Business Development team on strategic projects
• Lead and manage cross-functional initiatives
• Contribute to a culture of “yes”, question our practices and feel open to taking risks