EVS looking for Athlete Marketing Manager

Chris

• November 07 2008
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Athlete Marketing Manager – Janesville , WI

EVS Sports is looking for a motivated person to take charge of their Athlete Marketing Manager position. The ideal candidate will possess great written and verbal communication skills, computer knowledge skills, an understanding of the motocross industry and previous experience in sales, marketing and sponsorship. In addition, the qualified applicant must be competitive, outgoing, team oriented, willing to travel, have an excellent work ethic and understanding of our core market. Candidate will develop, manage and execute all aspects of our Athlete Marketing programs.

Responsibility and Authority

· Provide friendly, timely and accurate communication to EVS athletes

· Attend events in efforts to build EVS brand awareness through sponsored athletes

· Maximize sales, solidify brand image and provide a foundation for future growth of EVS athletes

· Work with Director of Sales to develop strategic marketing plans to increase brand awareness by utilizing EVS athletes

· Manage all aspects of EVS athletes by building, retaining and marketing relationships

· Prepare yearly contracts for rider mailing and resumes

· Set annual promotional rider budgets

· Assist in developing athlete marketing campaigns to achieve company goals

· Grow and maintain current and future top athletes

Required Skills and Experience

· A minimum of 3 years sales or industry experience

· Associate’s Degree or equivalent schooling preferred

· Ability to provide creative solutions, persistent, timely follow through and a high level of detail and accuracy to all projects

· Strong oral and written communication skills

· Ability to prioritize in a rapidly changing environment and demonstrate flexibility

· Intermediate knowledge of MS Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint and the Internet

Compensation

· Competitive salary and commission program

· Health and dental benefits (effective following introduction period)

· Paid holidays and accrued vacation

Applicant should email their resume and salary requirements to todd@evs-sports.com or mail them to:

EVS Sports – Central Office

Attn: Todd Lentz

119 W. Milwaukee St. – Suite B

Janesville, WI 53548