Company Description Calgary Sports and Entertainment Corporation (CSEC) is a professional sports and entertainment organization based in Calgary, Alberta, overseeing multiple premier teams and venues. CSEC owns and operates the Calgary Flames (NHL), Calgary Hitmen (WHL), Calgary Roughnecks (NLL), Calgary Stampeders (CFL), and Calgary Wranglers (AHL), offering a dynamic multi-sport environment. Team members collaborate across leagues and business units to deliver exceptional fan experiences and strong community engagement.

Working at CSEC provides exposure to high-performance sports operations, partnership development, and large-scale event execution in a fast-paced, team-oriented setting. The company values professionalism, innovation, and a commitment to growing the sports and entertainment landscape in the Greater Calgary area.

Role Description The Manager, Partnership Sales – Calgary Stampeders is a full time, on-site role based in the Greater Calgary Metropolitan Area, focused on driving sponsorship and partnership revenue for the Calgary Stampeders. This role is responsible for prospecting, pitching, and closing new corporate partnerships, as well as renewing and growing existing accounts through customized marketing solutions. Day-to-day tasks include developing sales proposals, preparing business cases, conducting market and audience analysis, and collaborating with internal teams on inventory, activations, and contract fulfillment.

The manager will meet regularly with partners and prospects,



provide outstanding service, and ensure partnership assets are delivered accurately and on time. This position works closely with leadership to align sales strategies with overall team objectives, track performance metrics, and contribute to the development of long-term partnership plans.

Qualifications

- Candidates should possess strong Sales Operations skills, including pipeline management, proposal development, and sponsorship sales experience.
- Candidates should possess strong Analytical Skills for interpreting market data, partnership performance metrics, and ROI reporting.
- Candidates should possess solid Business Planning abilities, including strategic account planning, forecasting, and revenue growth initiatives.
- Candidates should possess excellent Communication skills, both written and verbal, for client presentations, negotiations, and internal collaboration.
- Candidates should possess proven Customer Service skills, with a focus on building long-term relationships and delivering high-quality partner experiences.
- Additional beneficial qualifications include experience in sports or entertainment partnerships, knowledge of marketing and brand activation, proficiency with CRM tools, and the ability to work flexible hours around games and events.
- Post-secondary education in Business, Marketing, Sports Management, or a related field, or equivalent experience, is preferred, along with a track record of meeting or exceeding sales targets.

📌 Manager, Partnership Sales - Calgary Stampeders
🏢 Calgary Sports and Entertainment
📍 Calgary