Outside Sales Contractor – Sponsorship & Season Ticket Sales
Stockton Ports Professional Baseball Team
Overview
The Stockton Ports Professional Baseball Team is seeking a motivated, entrepreneurial Outside Sales Contractor to generate new corporate sponsorship and season ticket revenue. This is a 1099 independent contractor, commission-only opportunity ideal for a self-starter who excels at relationship-driven sales.
This role is structured for posting on TeamWork Online and is designed for sales professionals who value flexibility, autonomy, and unlimited earning potential.
Position Type
- Independent Contractor (1099)
- Commission-Only Compensation
- Remote / Flexible Schedule
- California-Based Opportunity
Classification Notice (California Independent Contractor)
This role is classified as a 1099 Independent Contractor in accordance with California law. The contractor:
- Maintains full discretion and control over how, when, and where sales services are performed
- Operates an independently established trade, occupation, or business providing sales services
- Is not required to work set hours or attend mandatory meetings
- Is responsible for all business expenses, licenses, permits, and applicable taxes
- Is not eligible for employee benefits of any kind
This engagement is intended to comply with California’s ABC Test for independent contractor classification.
Responsibilities
- Prospect, pitch, and close new corporate sponsorship agreements
- Sell season ticket plans, including full-season, partial-season, and group-related products
- Identify and develop new business leads through networking, referrals, cold outreach, and community engagement
- Present Stockton Ports sales offerings using approved pricing, inventory, and marketing materials
- Negotiate agreements within established guidelines
- Coordinate with the Stockton Ports front office for contract processing and fulfillment
- Accurately track sales activity and closed revenue
- Represent the Stockton Ports brand professionally at all times
Compensation
- Commission-only compensation structure
- Contractor is paid solely on revenue they personally originate, close, and that is collected
- Commission rates, eligible products, and payment schedule will be defined in a separate Independent Contractor Agreement
- No base salary, draw, reimbursements, or guaranteed earnings
Work Environment & Flexibility
- Work remotely and independently
- Set your own schedule and sales methods
- No required minimum hours
- Freedom to pursue other business opportunities, provided no conflict of interest exists
Qualifications
- Sales, sponsorship, or business development experience preferred
- Strong communication, presentation, and closing skills
- Highly self-motivated with the ability to work independently
- Comfortable operating in a commission-only sales role
- Sports, entertainment, or local market experience is a plus
- Ability to operate as an independent contractor (sole proprietor, LLC, etc.)
Tools & Support
- Stockton Ports will provide approved sales materials, inventory availability, and pricing
- Contractor provides their own equipment, technology, and workspace
Term & Termination
This engagement is ongoing and may be terminated by either party pursuant to the terms outlined in the Independent Contractor Agreement.
Equal Opportunity Statement
The Stockton Ports Professional Baseball Team is an equal opportunity organization and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected status.
