Job summary
Job post source
This job is directly from SCORE Sports
Job overview
The Sales Representative role at SCORE Sports involves generating sales leads and managing customer relationships to drive sales of sports uniforms and equipment in the New England territory, impacting company growth.
Responsibilities and impact
The role requires outbound and inbound sales calls, cold calling, negotiation, product knowledge application, sales administration, relationship management, and achieving sales quotas while traveling within the territory.
Experience and skills
Candidates need 5 years of sales experience, preferably in youth sports or related organizations, strong cold calling and negotiation skills, proficiency in software like Constant Contact, and excellent communication and customer service skills.
Work environment and culture
SCORE Sports values integrity, transparency, a positive attitude, and teamwork in a fast-paced sales environment supporting youth sports.
Company information
SCORE Sports, founded in 1975, is a leader in youth sports uniforms and equipment across multiple sports, with manufacturing facilities in North America for custom products.
Job location and travel
The position is home-based with travel required within Massachusetts and the New England territory for sales meetings and client visits.
Application process
Applicants must submit a cover letter, resume, references, and salary history for consideration.
Company overview
SCORE Sports is a leading manufacturer and distributor of high-quality sports uniforms and equipment, primarily serving youth and amateur sports leagues. Founded in 1975, the company has built a reputation for delivering durable, affordable, and customizable athletic gear. SCORE Sports generates revenue through direct sales to sports organizations, schools, and retailers, as well as through online sales. Notably, the company emphasizes community engagement and has partnerships with various sports associations to support youth development programs.
How to land this job
Tailor your resume to emphasize your 5+ years of sales experience, particularly highlighting any work with local and regional clubs, YMCA, or Parks and Recreation to align with SCORE Sports’ target customer base.
Highlight your proficiency in cold calling, negotiation, and ability to generate and cultivate sales leads through outbound calls and email campaigns, showcasing your self-motivation and independent work ethic.
Apply through multiple channels including SCORE Sports’ corporate career site and LinkedIn to maximize exposure and increase your chances of landing an interview.
Connect with sales executives or team members in the New England division at SCORE Sports on LinkedIn, using ice breakers like commenting on SCORE’s long-standing history in youth sports or asking about their experience working with multi-line product representations.
Optimize your resume for ATS by incorporating keywords from the job description such as 'sales leads,' 'cold calling,' 'negotiation,' 'sports industry experience,' 'customer service skills,' and 'Constant Contact' to ensure your application passes initial screenings.
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