Director, Partnership Sales

CF Montréal

Montreal, QC, ca · MLS · Posted September 14, 2026

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Reporting to the Chief Revenue Officer, the Director will be responsible for driving the strategic growth of partnerships by identifying new business opportunities, developing key relationships with potential customers, and entering into agreements with new strategic partners.

The person will play a key role in growing our partner network s by attracting and converting new strategic partnerships in conjunction with the existing team.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES                                                   0; Actively generate new business opportunities to meet and exceed annual sponsorship revenue targets.

Develop, manage and maintain a portfolio of qualified prospects through a structured and sustained prospecting approach.

Identify and target new partner categories and revenue streams for the Club.

Solicit and meet with high-level decision-makers to present opportunities to leave nariat of CF Montreal.

Develop acquisition strategies and sales plans to convert prospects into partners.

Understand the market and customer needs, prepare and present impactful business proposals that meet the business objectives of potential customers.

Conduct the entire sales process, including prospecting, qualification, executive presentations, negotiations ations and the conclusion of agreements.

Maintain a high level of business activity in terms of calls, meetings, presentations and business development approaches.

Develop a strong network of influence within the local, national and international business community.

Collaborate with internal teams to maximize the value of business proposals and ensure the feasibility of assets sold.

Ensure rigorous management of the sales pipeline, revenue forecasts and CRM activities.

Consistently monitor market trends, sports sponsorships and emerging opportunities across MLS and the sports industry.

Represent CF Montréal at business events, networking activities and corporate functions to develop new business opportunities.

Produce regular reports s on the evolution of the pipeline, the concluded sales and the projected revenues.

Actively participate in the development and optimization of the Club's commercial strategy.

Perform other related duties and responsibilities.

Reporting to the Chief Revenue Officer, the Director will be responsible for driving the strategic growth of partnerships by identifying new business opportunities, developing key relationships with prospective clients, and securing agreements with new strategic partners.

The individual will play a key role in expanding our partner network by attracting and converting new strategic partnerships in collaboration with the existing team.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Actively generate new business opportunities to achieve and exceed annual sponsorship revenue targets.

Develop, manage, and maintain a pipeline of qualified prospects through a structured and consistent prospect ting approach.

Identify and target new partner categories and revenue streams for the Club.

Prospect and meet with senior-level decision-makers to present CF Montréal partnership opportunities.

Develop acquisition strategies and sales plans to convert prospects into partners.

Gain a thorough understanding of the market and client needs, and prepare and deliver compelling commercial proposals that align with prospective clients' objective business s.

Lead the entire sales cycle, including prospecting, qualification, executive presentations, negotiations, and contract execution.

Maintain a high level of sales activity, including calls, meetings, presentations, and business development initiatives.

Build and maintain a strong network of influence within the local, national, and international business communities.

Collaborate with internal teams to maximize the value of commercial proposals a nd ensure the feasibility of sold assets.

Maintain rigorous management of the sales pipeline, revenue forecasts, and CRM activities.

Continuously monitor market trends, sports sponsorship developments, and emerging opportunities across MLS and the sports industry.

Represent CF Montréal at business events, networking activities, and corporate functions to develop new commercial opportunities.

Prepares regular reports on pipeline progression, closed sales, and projected revenues.

Actively contribute to the development and optimization of the Club's commercial strategy.

Perform other related duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications required                                                                                                                     Passion in on sales, prospecting and business development, holding an entrepreneurial, competitive and highly results-oriented mindset.

Demonstrated ability to open doors and develop relationships with executive level decision makers.

Excellent presentation, influencing and negotiation skills.

Strong resilience, autonomy and perseverance in a goal-oriented environment.

Simultaneous management skills


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Relevant du Chef de la direction des revenus, le/la directeur(trice) sera responsable de conduire la croissance stratégique des partenariats en identifiant de nouvelles opportunités commerciales, en développant des relations clés avec les clients potentiels et en concluant des ententes avec des nouveaux partenaires stratégiques. La personne jouera un rôle clé dans la croissance de notre réseau de partenaires en attirant et convertissant de nouveaux partenariats stratégiques conjointement avec l’équipe en place.  

PRINCIPALES RESPONSABILITÉS                                                                                                                         

  • Générer activement de nouvelles opportunités d'affaires afin d'atteindre et de surpasser les objectifs annuels de revenus de commandites.
  • Développer, gérer et maintenir un portefeuille de prospects qualifiés à travers une approche de prospection structurée et soutenue.
  • Identifier et cibler de nouvelles catégories de partenaires et de nouvelles sources de revenus pour le Club.
  • Solliciter et rencontrer des décideurs de haut niveau afin de présenter les opportunités de partenariat du CF Montréal.
  • Développer des stratégies d'acquisition et des plans de vente permettant de convertir les prospects en partenaires.
  • Bien comprendre le marché et les besoins des clients, préparer et présenter des propositions commerciales percutantes répondant aux objectifs d'affaires des clients potentiels. 
  • Mener l'ensemble du processus de vente, incluant la prospection, la qualification, les présentations exécutives, les négociations et la conclusion des ententes.
  • Maintenir un haut niveau d'activité commerciale en matière d'appels, de rencontres, de présentations et de démarches de développement des affaires.
  • Développer un réseau d'influence solide au sein de la communauté d'affaires locale, nationale et internationale.
  • Collaborer avec les équipes internes afin de maximiser la valeur des propositions commerciales et assurer la faisabilité des actifs vendus.
  • Assurer une gestion rigoureuse du pipeline de ventes, des prévisions de revenus et des activités CRM.
  • Effectuer une veille constante des tendances du marché, des commandites sportives et des opportunités émergentes à travers la MLS et l'industrie du sport.
  • Représenter le CF Montréal lors d'événements d'affaires, d'activités de réseautage et de fonctions corporatives afin de développer de nouvelles opportunités commerciales.
  • Produire des rapports réguliers sur l'évolution du pipeline, les ventes conclues et les revenus projetés.
  • Participer activement à l'élaboration et à l'optimisation de la stratégie commerciale du Club.
  • Effectuer d’autres tâches et responsabilités connexes.

 

Reporting to the Chief Revenue Officer, the Director will be responsible for driving the strategic growth of partnerships by identifying new business opportunities, developing key relationships with prospective clients, and securing agreements with new strategic partners. The individual will play a key role in expanding our partner network by attracting and converting new strategic partnerships in collaboration with the existing team.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Actively generate new business opportunities to achieve and exceed annual sponsorship revenue targets.

  • Develop, manage, and maintain a pipeline of qualified prospects through a structured and consistent prospecting approach.

  • Identify and target new partner categories and revenue streams for the Club.

  • Prospect and meet with senior-level decision-makers to present CF Montréal partnership opportunities.

  • Develop acquisition strategies and sales plans to convert prospects into partners.

  • Gain a thorough understanding of the market and client needs, and prepare and deliver compelling commercial proposals that align with prospective clients' business objectives.

  • Lead the entire sales cycle, including prospecting, qualification, executive presentations, negotiations, and contract execution.

  • Maintain a high level of sales activity, including calls, meetings, presentations, and business development initiatives.

  • Build and maintain a strong network of influence within the local, national, and international business communities.

  • Collaborate with internal teams to maximize the value of commercial proposals and ensure the feasibility of sold assets.

  • Maintain rigorous management of the sales pipeline, revenue forecasts, and CRM activities.

  • Continuously monitor market trends, sports sponsorship developments, and emerging opportunities across MLS and the sports industry.

  • Represent CF Montréal at business events, networking activities, and corporate functions to develop new commercial opportunities.

  • Prepare regular reports on pipeline progression, closed sales, and projected revenues.

  • Actively contribute to the development and optimization of the Club's commercial strategy.

  • Perform other related duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications requises                                                                                                                  

  • Passion pour la vente, la prospection et le développement des affaires, détenant une mentalité entrepreneuriale, compétitive et fortement orientée vers les résultats.
  • Capacité démontrée à ouvrir des portes et à développer des relations avec des décideurs de niveau exécutif.
  • Excellentes compétences en présentation, influence et négociation.
  • Forte résilience, autonomie et persévérance dans un environnement axé sur les objectifs.
  • Habileté à gérer simultanément plusieurs opportunités et cycles de vente complexes.
  • Goût marqué pour la performance et l'atteinte de cibles ambitieuses.
  • Posséder un baccalauréat administration ou autre domaine pertinent, la maitrise est un atout; 
  • Une formation complémentaire en gestion des affaires ou en ventes serait un atout important.
  • Minimum de 10 années d'expérience dans un rôle de prospection, de ventes de partenariats, de préférence dans l'industrie du sport, du divertissement ou de l'événementiel.
  • Maîtrise de l'analyse des données et capacité à interpréter les tendances du marché pour prendre des décisions stratégiques.
  • Excellentes compétences en communication écrite et verbale, avec la capacité de communiquer efficacement avec diverses parties prenantes, y compris les clients, l'équipe de direction et les partenaires externes.
  • Une connaissance approfondie de l'industrie du sport et des tendances du marché est essentielle
  • Capacité à effectuer plusieurs tâches dans un environnement à rythme rapide et de façon autonome ;
  • Flexibilité dans les heures de travail, les soirs, fins de semaines et jours fériés ;
  • Maîtrise des logiciels Microsoft Office et de la gestion de bases de données ;
  • Maîtrise du français et de l’anglais, à l’oral et à l’écrit ; la personne aura à d’établir des relations d’affaires à l’intérieur et à l’extérieur du Québec et transiger sur une base régulière avec la Major League Soccer basée au États-Unis.

QUALIFICATIONS AND KEY COMPETENCIES

  • Passion for sales, prospecting, and business development, with an entrepreneurial mindset, a competitive drive, and a strong results-oriented approach.

  • Demonstrated ability to open doors and build relationships with executive-level decision-makers.

  • Excellent presentation, influencing, and negotiation skills.

  • Strong resilience, self-motivation, and perseverance in a target-driven environment.

  • Ability to manage multiple opportunities and complex sales cycles simultaneously.

  • Strong commitment to performance and achieving ambitious targets.

  • Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or another relevant field; a master’s degree is considered an asset.

  • Additional training in business management or sales would be a significant asset.

  • Minimum of 10 years of experience in prospecting, partnership sales, or business development roles, preferably within the sports, entertainment, or events industries.

  • Strong analytical skills and the ability to interpret market trends to make strategic business decisions.

  • Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate effectively with a wide range of stakeholders, including clients, senior leadership, and external partners.

  • In-depth knowledge of the sports industry and market trends is essential.

  • Ability to multitask effectively in a fast-paced environment and work independently.

  • Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required.

  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and database management systems.

  • Fluency in both French and English, spoken and written. The incumbent will be required to establish business relationships both within and outside Quebec and interact regularly with Major League Soccer (MLS), which is based in the United States.

Le CF Montréal remercie les personnes qui manifestent un intérêt en déposant leur candidature. Toutefois, seules les personnes dont la candidature aura été retenue seront contactées. Le CF Montréal a comme valeurs et mission les principes d’équité, de diversité et d’inclusion. L’interculturalisme définit non seulement notre sport, mais notre Club. Nous nous engageons donc à appliquer ces principes dans nos processus de recrutement ainsi que dans notre environnement de travail. Pour plus de questions, quant aux actions prises par le CF Montréal, n’hésitez pas à nous contacter.

CF Montréal thanks all applicants for their interest in applying. However, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. CF Montréal’s values and mission are rooted in the principles of equity, diversity, and inclusion. Interculturalism defines not only our sport, but also our Club. We are therefore committed to applying these principles throughout our recruitment processes and within our work environment. For any questions regarding the actions taken by CF Montréal, please do not hesitate to contact us.

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