Territory Athletic Sales Manager

Position Summary

Vertical Raise is seeking experienced and highly motivated individuals to join our team as Territory Athletic Sales Managers . This role is ideal for professionals with a strong background in athletics, education, and leadership who are ready to transition into a dynamic, field-based position working directly with school athletic programs.

Not sure what skills you will need for this opportunity Simply read the full description below to get a complete picture of candidate requirements.

As a Territory Athletic Sales Manager, you will play a critical role in supporting middle school, high school, club, and collegiate teams by providing them with industry-leading fundraising solutions. You will have the autonomy to manage your own schedule, build relationships within your community, and drive meaningful results for student-athletes and school programs.

The Ideal Candidate

We are especially interested in candidates who have a background as a:

• Former high school or collegiate coach — candidates cannot currently coach at the middle school, high school or collegiate level. Travel, club, and AAU coaching is permitted.
• Former teacher with experience working in an educational or school environment
• Former athletic director with an understanding of school athletics and administration
• Former athlete with a strong competitive background and established connections within athletics

The ideal candidate is someone who understands the culture of schools and athletics, is comfortable building relationships in their community, and is ready to use their experience in a new, entrepreneurial role.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain strong relationships with coaches, athletic directors, and school administrators
• Present and promote the Vertical Raise fundraising platform and services
• Guide teams through the planning, launch, and execution of fundraising campaigns
• Ensure client satisfaction and the achievement of fundraising goals
• Represent Vertical Raise with professionalism and integrity in all community interactions

Qualifications

• Minimum of 4 years of experience in coaching, education, athletic administration, or athletics
• High school or collegiate coaching experience preferred
• Background in sports such as football, baseball, or other team athletics
• Strong understanding of school athletic programs and fundraising needs
• Established connections within schools, athletics, or the local community
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and manage time effectively
• Highly competitive, self-driven, and results-oriented
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills
• Bachelor's degree (required)
• Valid driver's license (required)

What We Offer

• Complete autonomy over your work schedule
• Uncapped commission structure with performance-based bonuses (10/99 Independent Contractor)
• Protected sales territories and residual income opportunities
• A flexible, field-based role that keeps you engaged with athletic programs
• The opportunity to make a lasting impact on student-athletes and school communities

About Vertical Raise

Vertical Raise is the leading online fundraising platform for athletic teams, fine arts programs, and community organizations across the United States and Canada. With over 450 Territory Athletic Sales Representatives nationwide, we are revolutionizing the way teams raise funds—offering innovative, social media-integrated tools that help programs raise more money, more efficiently.

Our mission is to empower coaches and leaders with the resources they need to support their teams and communities.

Apply Today

If you are a former coach, teacher, athletic director, or athlete with a passion for leadership, community engagement, and helping teams succeed, we encourage you to apply. xhyhwjd

Join Vertical Raise and be part of a team that is redefining fundraising in education and athletics!