Commercial Manager

Title: Commercial Manager - Sligo Rovers FC (In partnership with Arcon Recruitment)

Location: Sligo, Ireland

Industry: Sport / Commercial / Sponsorship / Business Development

Arcon Recruitment is partnering with Sligo Rovers Football Club to support the recruitment of a Commercial Manager. Founded in 1928, Sligo Rovers is the largest football club in the North-West of Ireland with a strong community ethos, loyal supporter base, and exciting plans for future growth - including a new stadium opening in 2028.

This role offers a unique opportunity to drive commercial strategy for one of Ireland's most recognised League of Ireland clubs.

• Develop and manage the annual commercial plan, including P&L forecasts

• Set and deliver monthly, quarterly, and annual commercial income targets

• Manage existing sponsors and secure additional sponsorship revenue

• Identify and onboard new commercial partners

• Create a sponsorship tiering model to maximise commercial opportunities

• Coordinate sponsor engagement activity and match-day involvement

• Negotiate supplier contracts and ensure value for the club

• Oversee invoicing, income tracking, and financial reporting

• Maintain databases of sponsors, partners, and suppliers

• Support match-day operations and administrative functions

• Lead people-management tasks (KPIs, reviews, admin oversight)

• Conduct ad-hoc commercial analysis and reporting

• Strong background in business development and sales

• Proven ability to secure new business and grow revenue

• Excellent relationship-building, networking, and negotiation skills

• Strong administrative and organisational discipline

• Ability to collaborate with staff, volunteers and committees

• Motivated, target-driven, and strong work ethic

• Business degree preferred but not essential

• Opportunity to shape commercial strategy during a major growth phase

• Work with a historic community-focused football club

• Engage directly with sponsors, partners, and supporters

• Be part of the development journey toward a new stadium in 2028