26/08/2025
Business Development Manager (Sports & Events)
Company: Sixyards for Sports & Event Management (S.A.E.)
Location: Cairo, Egypt
Position Type: Full-time
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About Us
Sixyards is a leading sports and event management company specializing in sponsorships, camps, activations, production, and large-scale commercial events. We work with top football clubs, legends, and premium brands to create impactful campaigns and projects across Egypt, the Middle East, and Europe.
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Role Overview
We are seeking a Business Development Manager who will be responsible for expanding our client base and deepening relationships with existing partners. The ideal candidate will be a natural networker, strong communicator, and results-driven deal closer who thrives in the fast-paced sports and events industry.
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Key Responsibilities
• Identify, target, and engage new clients
• Maintain and grow relationships with existing clients, ensuring repeat business and upselling new services.
• Develop and deliver high-impact pitches and proposals in collaboration with our creative and operations teams.
• Negotiate and close deals, managing the full sales cycle from lead generation to contract signing.
• Stay updated on industry trends, competitor activities, and client needs to spot revenue opportunities.
• Represent Sixyards at networking events, sports conferences, and industry gatherings.
• Work closely with management to achieve monthly, quarterly, and annual revenue targets.
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Qualifications
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Sports Management, or a related field.
• 3–7 years experience in business development, sponsorship sales, or B2B client acquisition (sports/entertainment/media experience is a big plus).
• Strong existing network of corporate clients and decision-makers.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills (Arabic & English).
• Ability to work independently, meet deadlines, and exceed revenue targets.
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Key Skills
• Deal Closing & Negotiation
• Client Relationship Management
• Sales Strategy & Target Achievement
• Proposal & Pitch Development
• Networking & Market Intelligence
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KPIs (Key Performance Indicators)
• New Revenue Generated: Value of new deals closed per quarter.
• Client Retention Rate: Percentage of returning clients.
• Pipeline Growth: Number of new qualified leads added monthly.
• Proposal Success Rate: Ratio of proposals sent vs deals closed.
• Upselling Ratio: Additional services sold to existing clients.
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Compensation
• Base salary (depending on experience).
• Attractive commission structure directly tied to revenue generated.
• Growth opportunities within a rapidly expanding company.
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How to Apply
Interested candidates should send their CV and a short cover letter highlighting their sales achievements and client network to: [email protected]
