OVERVIEW:
Sportradar, a leading digital international sports business is currently looking to recruit an experienced Commercial/Sales Executive to grow our European and CIS digital advertising sales.
Sportradar is a worldwide leader in sports data and audiovisual services for bookmakers. Over the course of the last year Sportradar significantly expanded its range of products & services by establishing Sportradar ad:s, a business division focused on data-driven marketing services designed for betting operators. This business division is looking forward to bringing our marketing capabilities, products and services to support this growing market.
This role will be responsible for selling marketing solutions to our existing network of sports betting operators as well as other businesses interested in digital marketing solutions. You will be responsible to build up and use your network to advertising partners, primarily sports betting operators.
THE CHALLENGE:
- This role will drive independent sales activities for digital advertising products, especially programmatic advertising, paid social and paid search geared towards sports betting operators.
- Present and pitch advertising opportunities to potential customers throughout the European continent including CIS Region, negotiate deals, acquire and retain new customers.
- Oversee relationship management and support for existing clients
- Be part of Sportradar’s core global ad:s team, collaborating and sharing best practices as you establish and shape the European / CIS focused advertising strategy.
- Define, test and optimize business and pricing models with attractive offerings for key clients and partners with profitability contribution for Sportradar.
- Actively engage in the European / CIS advertising betting ecosystem, interact with key players, establish key relationships and gain a deep understanding of the setup and needs of all stakeholders.
- Communicate the ad:s strategy to external and internal stakeholders on an ongoing basis.
- Support and consult product teams to optimize the products from a sales perspective.
- Both domestic and international travel is required for internal and client meetings.
YOUR PROFILE:
- A minimum of 5 years of experience in delivering digital marketing solutions, ideally within the betting industry. Having worked within the marketing department of a sportsbook or a media agency is highly beneficial
- Expertise in sales and marketing, with demonstrated success pitching new business and building long-term relationships with clients
- Ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities
- Excellent presentation and communication skills
- Understanding of advertising business models
- Understanding of the sports betting eco-system
- A broad international network to advertising partners, especially from the sports betting industry would be a great plus
- Passionate about sports
OUR OFFER:
- Work for and shape one of the fastest-growing digital sports companies in the world at the exciting intersection of sports, media, betting and advertising.
- Take a key role in a new and dynamic business field within Sportradar
- Work together with a highly motivated, enthusiastic and global team.
At Sportradar, we celebrate our diverse group of hardworking employees. Sportradar is committed to ensuring equal access to its programs, facilities, and employment opportunities. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. We encourage you to apply even if you only meet most of the requirements (but not 100% of the listed criteria) – we believe skills evolve over time. If you’re willing to learn and grow with us, we invite you to join our team!
