Sales Operations Manager
Description
About Us
About the Company
Fanatics Collect is a global product and technology group dedicated to revolutionizing the world of collectibles. Backed by Fanatics, the world's largest sports merchandiser, we are building innovative products and marketplaces that create the ultimate collector experience.
Our team is passionate about sports, collectibles, and delivering exceptional experiences for collectors around the world.
About the Role
Reporting to the Director of Sales, the Sales Operations Manager will oversee the daily operations of the Sales Support and Sales Operations teams, directly managing Sales Support Associates and Sales Operations Specialists.
This role is responsible for driving operational efficiency, improving processes, managing Salesforce initiatives, coordinating trade shows, and ensuring exceptional support for the Sales organization and its clients. The ideal candidate is a strong leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment and can effectively manage people, priorities, and cross-functional initiatives.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead, manage, and develop a team of Sales Support Associates and Sales Operations Specialists, ensuring accountability, productivity, and high-quality execution.
- Oversee daily sales support operations, including client requests, submissions, shipping coordination, escalations, and administrative support.
- Identify opportunities to streamline workflows, improve processes, and increase Sales team efficiency.
- Manage Salesforce CRM initiatives, including reporting, dashboards, campaign tracking, data accuracy, and process improvements.
- Partner with Sales leadership to prioritize operational initiatives and support revenue-generating activities.
- Collaborate with Customer Service, Marketing, Operations, and Logistics to ensure a seamless client experience.
- Oversee trade show planning and execution, including travel, event registration, vendor coordination, equipment, and on-site logistics.
- Establish performance expectations, monitor team productivity, and ensure timely resolution of operational challenges.
- Provide elevated support for VIP clients and high-priority Sales initiatives.
- Perform additional duties and strategic projects as assigned by the Director of Sales.
Qualifications
- 5+ years of experience in sales operations, sales support, or related business functions.
- 2+ years of management experience with demonstrated success leading and developing teams.
- Proficiency in Salesforce CRM, reporting, dashboards, and workflow management.
- Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
- Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and improve operational processes.
- Experience collaborating across departments and supporting sales-driven organizations.
- Familiarity with the trading card industry or collectibles marketplace preferred.
- Trade show or event coordination experience is a plus.
- Willingness to travel as needed and work occasional evenings or weekends.
- Strong leadership skills with a customer-first mindset and commitment to operational excellence.
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Skills
As published by greenhouse · 14 questions · 1 written answer
Basics
First Name, Last Name, Email, Phone, Resume/CV, Cover Letter, Location
Short answers (4)
- Preferred First Name optional
- LinkedIn Profile optional
- Website optional
- What is your base salary compensation expectation?
Pick from a list (9)
- Are you over the age of 18 ?
- Are you a collector?
- This role is designated as on-site and requires working from the office five days per week. Can you meet this requirement?
- Do you now require visa sponsorship for employment?
- Will you in future require visa sponsorship to maintain work authorization?
- Are you able to provide proof of your legal work authorization?
- Are you now, or have you ever been employed by Fanatics, Inc. or any of its affiliates or subsidiaries?
- How did you hear about us?
- Are you subject to any restrictive covenants (e.g., non-compete or non-solicitation agreements)?
Written answers (1)
- If you collect trading cards, please tell us what you collect. Feel free to share a favorite card, set, player, or what you enjoy most about the hobby. optional