Sales Development Program

Do you have a passion for sports? Do you enjoy setting and achieving goals? Do you like working in a team environment? The Seattle Mariners are looking for top talent to join our Sales Development team this season, and that could be you!

The Position
Culture & Values
Training
Testimonials
Seattle Skyline
Our City
Employee Benefits

The Position

The twelve-month Sales Development Program provides the training and experience necessary to become a superstar in the world of sports sales and service. You will receive the necessary training and development needed to successfully sell and service across all product segments (Season Tickets, Groups, Suites and Premium). You will learn a broad range of sales and general business skills that will allow you to generate both "New" and "Renewal" revenue via phone and face-to-face meetings with business and individual customers. Additionally, you will receive ongoing mentorship and coaching from a combination of experienced sales professionals. The Seattle Mariners will consider top performing Sales Consultants for available sales opportunities upon completion of the program. 

This position starts in mid-August 2019.

Culture & Values

THE MARINERS WAY: The overarching philosophy of our organization is to "create exceptional experiences through representing our Brand, supporting our Mission and applying our Values." Our common purpose in the organization is to provide awesome experiences for our fans, and we do this through staying true to our history, culture, and values.

OUR BRAND: Our brand defines what people associate with our name. We work to ensure our brand is synonymous with the following terms:

  • Community minded
  • Successful
  • Authentic
  • Innovative

MISSION & VALUES: Our mission at the ballpark is to "provide exceptional entertainment experiences in a safe, clean, and friendly ballpark." We do this by sticking to our values of:

  • Diversity & Inclusion
  • Excellence
  • Integrity
  • Teamwork
  • Personal Fulfillment

Training

No matter your experience at the start of the program, our goal is to train and develop our sales development program participants to excel in all aspects of the sales process.

  • Technical Knowledge:
    • How to proactively sell to new and existing customers in all product segments
    • How to handle customer questions and objections
    • How to interact with customers in a professional and timely manner using a variety of platforms
    • How to use CRM and database systems
  • Continuous Learning:
    • Mentorship and coaching from our experienced sales professionals
    • Develop and practice new sales techniques during regular meetings and role-plays

Testimonials

Our City

Seattle Skyline
  • Seattle's unique Puget Sound location makes for beautiful summers and quick access to waterways, mountains and the rest of the Pacific Northwest.
  • Pike Place Market is the longest continuously operating farmer's market in the US.
  • Washington State Ferry System is the largest in the country & third largest in the world. We are also home to the world's longest floating bridge, connecting Seattle to Medina.
  • The Space Needle offers 360-degree views from its three main viewing areas - an indoor observation deck and open-air viewing area located at 520 feet, and an observation level featuring a revolving glass floor located 500 feet above ground.
  • Seattle is located just 2 hours from the coast and one hour from the slopes, allowing you to enjoy the best of both worlds all in one day!
  • Seattle's rainfall is less than that of Houston, Chicago, and New York City.

Employee Benefits

  • Medical, Dental and Vision benefits
  • Paid holidays, vacation and sick time
  • Matching 401(k) retirement plan
  • Business casual dress code
  • Complimentary Seattle Mariners game tickets
  • Free on-site parking in Safeco Field garage
  • Transportation benefits
  • Mariners Team Store merchandise discount

Meet the Team

Meet your future teammates here!