Varsity Brands

Manager, Club Development

Varsity Brands
Posted 10/21/2026full-timeTexas • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite
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Demonstrates expertise in driving customer acquisition and revenue growth within the club baseball and softball market, leveraging strong relationship-building skills and strategic business development initiatives. Proven ability to lead teams, manage sales cycles, and collaborate across departments to enhance partner value and minimize churn.

Highest-signal resume keywords
Sales Cycle ManagementTeam LeadershipCRM ProficiencyBusiness DevelopmentStakeholder Relationship Management

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Drive new customer acquisition and revenue growth through strategic business development initiatives in the club baseball and softball market
  • Lead and inspire Club Development Representatives to meet and exceed sales quotas through coaching, KPIs, and performance management
  • Own the full sales cycle from pipeline development to deal closure
  • Participate in high-impact negotiations and develop partnership proposals with clubs and organizations
  • Identify and engage high-potential club baseball and softball organizations
  • Build and nurture relationships with club directors, owners, and administrators
  • Partner with Field Sales, Club National Account team members, and Marketing on go-to-market strategies and acquisition campaigns
  • Collaborate with Merchandising, Demand Planning, and Category Management on inventory, club demand, and sales execution
  • Champion renewal and retention strategies to minimize churn and strengthen partner value
  • Represent the club customer voice in cross-functional initiatives involving tools, technologies, and go-to-market strategies

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • Deep familiarity and existing relationships within the club sports ecosystem, particularly club baseball and softball, is required
  • Demonstrated success winning new business and managing diverse stakeholder relationships across departments and organizational levels
  • Proficient in CRM platforms and experienced with sales engagement tools
  • Analytical and data-driven, with excellent organizational skills and the ability to translate insights into action
  • Strong communicator and relationship builder
  • 5-7+ years of experience in sales, business development, or club operations
  • 2-3+ years in a team leadership role with a proven track record of driving results
  • Experience working with merchandising, demand planning, or supply chain operations
  • Industry background in apparel, sporting goods, or club teamwear
  • Bachelor's degree required, along with equivalent professional experience demonstrating strong business acumen and leadership potential

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • Comprehensive Health Care Benefits
  • HSA Employer Contribution/ FSA Opportunities
  • Wellbeing Program
  • 401(k) plan with company matching
  • Company paid Life, AD&D, and Short-Term Disability
  • Generous My Time Off & Paid Holidays
  • Varsity Brands Ownership Program
  • Employee Resource Groups
  • Access to Financial Coaching and member-owned Credit Union
  • St. Jude Partnership & Volunteer Opportunities
  • Employee Perks including discounts on personal apparel and equipment!

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Hard Skills
Sales Engagement ToolsData AnalysisPerformance ManagementKPI DevelopmentNegotiation Skills
Soft Skills
Strong CommunicationRelationship BuildingOrganizational SkillsCoaching
Tools & Technologies
CRM Platforms
Certifications & Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree
Industry Keywords
Club Sports EcosystemClub BaseballClub SoftballApparelSporting GoodsClub TeamwearMerchandisingDemand PlanningSupply Chain Operations