Oldham Athletic

Position: Commercial Director

The new Commercial Director will be a natural leader, capable of driving the Club's commercial department forward to achieve strategic and financial targets.

At a time when the Club is about to complete the development of its new North Stand, the appointment offers a significant opportunity to the right person. 

• Seek to maximise the Club's match day and commercial revenues

• Develop new and financially significant commercial partnerships

• Manage and develop relationships with the Club's existing partners

• Assume management responsibility for the Club's commercial team, developing and nurturing key talent

• Oversee the development and execution of the Club's corporate hospitality sales strategy for the new North Stand

• Work with the Board to develop the Club's commercial strategy and contribute to the Club's overall vision.

• Report to the CEO and Board

• Delivered substantial commercial/sales targets

• Proven track record in winning new business, with excellent negotiation and influencing skills. 

• Experience in the management and development of existing commercial partnerships

• Management of budgets

• Headed a small team/department (5+) 

• Experience of working with a Board to achieve overall strategic targets

• Sports industry experience

• Developed and managed ticketing strategies for the purposes of fan acquisition and retention

• Strategic mind, capable of shaping the Club's future vision

To apply for this position please email enquiries@oldhamathletic.co.uk with your CV and covering letter.

The deadline for applications is Monday, October 20, 2014 and initial interviews are scheduled for Wednesday, October 22, 2014.