PlayerData · 2 months ago
Account Executive – Soccer
PlayerData is a company dedicated to enhancing soccer performance through technology. They are seeking an Account Executive focused on soccer to develop and execute sales strategies targeting clubs and academies, while building relationships with coaches and directors in the soccer community.
DatabaseSoftwareSports
Responsibilities
Work within the PlayerData soccer sales team, collaborating on strategy and sharing insights to expand our footprint across the U.S. and Canada
Develop and execute a focused sales plan targeting soccer clubs, academies, and leagues
Utilize a robust PlayerData ambassador group to gain introductions to key prospects
Leverage webinars and social media marketing strategies to help drive inbound traffic to supplement pipeline
Build and manage a robust pipeline of prospects, leveraging formal sales processes and CRM tools to track progress and performance
Present PlayerData’s suite of performance technologies such as GPS, wearables, data analytics, and video insights as essential tools for player, coach, and club development
Lead full-cycle sales, including prospecting, discovery, presentation, negotiation, and closing deals
Build and maintain strong, authentic relationships with coaches, club directors, and technical staff
Be present where the sport lives, on the fields, at tournaments, and in the community, to truly understand your customers’ needs
Partner with internal teams to deliver tailored solutions and ensure customer success after the sale
Stay ahead of trends in performance technology and soccer development to guide clients toward smarter, data-driven decisions
Act as a trusted advisor in the soccer ecosystem, combining your sales acumen with your love for the game to position PlayerData as a leader in soccer innovation
Qualification
Required
Experienced
Passionate about development in players, coaches, and clubs
Deep understanding of the soccer world, from grassroots to NCAA
Formal sales training or proven experience managing a structured sales process from prospecting to close
Comfortable using CRM platforms such as HubSpot or Salesforce
Ability to build and maintain strong, authentic relationships with coaches, club directors, and technical staff
Ability to stay ahead of trends in performance technology and soccer development
Ability to act as a trusted advisor in the soccer ecosystem
Willingness to travel and be present at fields, tournaments, and in the community
Preferred
Coached, played, or worked within the club or NCAA soccer landscape
Experience in target-driven environments
Experience with GPS tracking, wearable data, or emerging tools that drive insights and efficiency
Benefits
Competitive base salary
Team performance bonus structure
Health, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) with company match
Flexible PTO and remote work options
Company
PlayerData
Wearable technology that captures on-the-spot data to track and enhance performance, allowing everyone to train like a pro
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$4.69MKey Investors
TechstarsHiro Capital
2022-04-11Pre Seed
2021-06-07Series Unknown· $0.12M
2021-01-18Series A· $2.3M
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