Cricket Australia
Melbourne, Victoria, Australia (Hybrid)
Posted: 13 September 2023
Link to Apply: https://www.linkedin.com/jobs/view/3712146334/
About the job
Working for Cricket Australia means that you become a part of Australia’s proud history and help us look toward the future. We are seeking to drive bold, transformative change in digital experiences, junior participation, culturally diverse inclusion, gender equality and sustainability, re-imagine the W/BBL, build player connection through storytelling and play our part in developing the game globally.
Our purpose is clear; to unite and inspire everyone to love and play cricket. Cricket is so much more than just a game; it brings people together and binds us all through our shared experiences.
This is your opportunity to join a purpose led organisation that truly makes a difference to Australians.
ABOUT THE ROLE
This is an exciting time for a Senior Commercial Sales Manager, to join our Broadcast and Commercial team. We’re looking for someone to provide strong leadership of the Commercial Sales team and contribute to the success of Cricket Australia’s Commercial program by driving sponsorship revenue growth. We have big ambitions for this space, so we’re looking for drive, passion, and energy to bring our plans to life.
Reporting to the Head of Commercial you’ll be responsible to:
– Lead, motivate and guide the Commercial Sales Team’s efforts to execute the Commercial strategy, achieve budgeted revenue targets and to sell all available assets across the Commercial program.
– Support the Head of Commercial to establish a world class sales function that implements best practice sales techniques, processes and frameworks and delivers through a high-performing sales team.
– Work collaboratively with the business in the design and creation of new products and services to drive growth.
– Drive staff engagement across the Commercial team to develop a sales team culture and mindset.
– Manage a high performing, motivated team that is focused on planning and delivering on their goal plans and targets.
WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR
– 10+ years of sales and new business experience from lead to close
– Relevant tertiary qualifications in Business, Marketing or Legal
– Sharp commercial mindset
– Exceptional commercial negotiation skills with a strong focus on attention to detail
– Ability to build and interpret research data and insights, to build meaningful pitches to win new business
– Comfortable with presenting to large audiences and collaborating with executive leadership
– Strong stakeholder relationships and comfortable having courageous conversations
WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?
Our employees at Cricket are gifted an additional week of leave at the end of the season! As a CA employee, you will also have other benefits including:
– Tickets to the Cricket for you to take your friends and family and experience Australia’s favourite game!
– A flexible working environment, meaning we strike the balance of what you need and what works for the business (this isn’t limited to working remotely)
– Discounts from our partners and salary packaging options
– A multitude of leave types including paid parental leave and volunteer leave
THE IMPORTANT STUFF
Cricket is a sport for all Australians and our workplace reflects that. We recognise our differences are our strength and a diverse and inclusive workforce is fundamental to our success. We strongly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, people of colour, women, LGBTIQ+ people, people with diverse religious beliefs and people with a disability to apply.
Australian Cricket, including Cricket Australia, is committed to being a child safe organisation and requires all team members to hold a valid Working with Children Check.
If you need assistance or adjustments to fully participate in the application process, please contact careers@cricket.com.au
Please submit your application via the link by 5pm Thursday, 28 September. In the meantime, follow us on our socials via Instagram @cricketaustralia, via Twitter @cricketaus and via our website https://www.cricket.com.au/
Name of Author: Cricket Australia
Cricket Australia (CA), formerly the Australian Cricket Board (ACB), is the governing body for cricket in Australia. Established in 1905 as the Australian Board of Control for International Cricket, CA manages all national teams, including Men’s, Women’s, and Youth sides, as well as other national teams. It oversees the organization of Test matches, ODIs, and T20Is, and coordinates home international fixtures.
