What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sales Manager position at Traverse City Pit Spitters?
Who we are: We’re the Traverse City Pit Spitters, a championship-winning collegiate wooden bat baseball team that brings big-league fun to Northern Michigan. Whether it’s a packed game night at Turtle Creek Stadium, a unique promotional event, or a community partnership, we’re all about creating memorable experiences for our fans, sponsors, and partners. We work hard, play hard, and always bring the energy.
Why we want you- Sales Manager TC:
We’re looking for a leader to help drive our revenue and take our sales operation to the next level. You’re a self-motivated closer with a track record of building relationships and delivering results. You know how to sell, but just as importantly, you know how to coach others to do the same. You’re organized, goal-oriented, and thrive in a high-energy environment where every day is different. Whether it’s ticket packages, group experiences, or corporate partnerships, you see every conversation as a chance to create value. You’re ready to lead from the front, keep the team focused, and make a real impact on and off the field.
We’re looking for a leader to help drive our revenue and take our sales operation to the next level. You’re a self-motivated closer with a track record of building relationships and delivering results. You know how to sell, but just as importantly, you know how to coach others to do the same. You’re organized, goal-oriented, and thrive in a high-energy environment where every day is different. Whether it’s ticket packages, group experiences, or corporate partnerships, you see every conversation as a chance to create value. You’re ready to lead from the front, keep the team focused, and make a real impact on and off the field.
Why you want to work here:
Our mission is simple: Fun. Community. Experiences. When you join our team, you’re not just coming to work, you’re becoming part of something meaningful, and exciting. Our team thrives on creativity, hustle, and collaboration. We take pride in delivering awesome fan experiences, and we have fun doing it. Along with typical benefits, you’ll get generous PTO, free baseball tickets (your friends will thank you), paid time off to volunteer, and insider access to community events and concerts. Also, we’re just really great people to work with.
Our mission is simple: Fun. Community. Experiences. When you join our team, you’re not just coming to work, you’re becoming part of something meaningful, and exciting. Our team thrives on creativity, hustle, and collaboration. We take pride in delivering awesome fan experiences, and we have fun doing it. Along with typical benefits, you’ll get generous PTO, free baseball tickets (your friends will thank you), paid time off to volunteer, and insider access to community events and concerts. Also, we’re just really great people to work with.
What you’ll do:
You’ll lead the day-to-day sales operation of the Traverse City Pit Spitters, with a focus on group sales, ticket packages, and corporate partnerships. You’ll manage and mentor a talented sales team, set and track goals, and ensure we’re hitting revenue targets. You’ll drive strategy, create outbound prospecting plans, and collaborate across departments to maximize attendance and sponsorship value. You’ll also manage CRM systems, and reporting tools, and play a key role in shaping the fan and client experience. You’ll represent the team at games, networking events, and in the community, building relationships that fuel our business and strengthen our brand.
You’ll lead the day-to-day sales operation of the Traverse City Pit Spitters, with a focus on group sales, ticket packages, and corporate partnerships. You’ll manage and mentor a talented sales team, set and track goals, and ensure we’re hitting revenue targets. You’ll drive strategy, create outbound prospecting plans, and collaborate across departments to maximize attendance and sponsorship value. You’ll also manage CRM systems, and reporting tools, and play a key role in shaping the fan and client experience. You’ll represent the team at games, networking events, and in the community, building relationships that fuel our business and strengthen our brand.
What you need:
You’ll need at least 2 years of sales leadership experience, ideally in sports, live events, or a related field. You should be confident managing both people and processes, and comfortable balancing big-picture planning with daily execution. A background in corporate partnerships or ticketing is a huge plus. You should be highly organized, goal-driven, and customer-focused with excellent communication skills. You must be comfortable working nights, weekends, and under pressure. Experience with CRMs, ticketing software, and Microsoft Office is helpful. A bachelor’s degree in business, sales, or public relations is required, and if you’re leadership-minded, we already like you.
You’ll need at least 2 years of sales leadership experience, ideally in sports, live events, or a related field. You should be confident managing both people and processes, and comfortable balancing big-picture planning with daily execution. A background in corporate partnerships or ticketing is a huge plus. You should be highly organized, goal-driven, and customer-focused with excellent communication skills. You must be comfortable working nights, weekends, and under pressure. Experience with CRMs, ticketing software, and Microsoft Office is helpful. A bachelor’s degree in business, sales, or public relations is required, and if you’re leadership-minded, we already like you.
Let’s do this:
If you’re ready to lead a results-driven team in one of the best summer destinations in the country, we’d love to hear from you. Submit your resume and let us know what makes you the right person for the job. We’re excited to meet you!
If you’re ready to lead a results-driven team in one of the best summer destinations in the country, we’d love to hear from you. Submit your resume and let us know what makes you the right person for the job. We’re excited to meet you!
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, gender identity, marital or veteran status, or any other protected class.