private event space, restaurant and bar located in Louisville
Position Title: Event Sales Manager
Reports to: General Manager & Director of Sales & Business Development
Full Time Position: (40+ hours per week / evening & weekend availability a must)
Essential Job Functions:
● The Event Sales Manager is responsible for developing and maintaining relationships with clients from beginning to end. You will work closely with the General Manager and Director of Sales to effectively promote and sell the venue to exceed sales goals.
o Utilize your personal network as well as sales outreach to generate leads
o Respond to inquiries via email, phone and partner websites within 24-48 hours
o Meet with prospective clients, conduct site tours, draft proposals/contracts
o Provide vendor recommendations to clients
● Manage entire event flow for you clients: initial inquiry -> site visit -> proposal -> contract signing & deposit collection -> vendor recommendations -> collecting all documentation required -> final walkthrough & floorplan creation -> onsite presence at event as needed -> event follow up
● Work with clients to identify their needs and to ensure customer satisfaction
● Work with assigned Operations Manager to ensure successful event execution
● Ensure compliance with insurance, legal, health and safety obligations.
● Maintain relationships with existing clients and foster relationships with new clients to secure new and repeat business. ● Attend industry networking events and develop relationships with event industry professionals
● Propose ideas to improve provided services and event quality and fill available dates
● Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned or required
Skills/Competencies Required:
● 3+ year’s experience in event sales or applicable event industry role. A focus on corporate events is preferred as well as experience with social and non-profit fundraisers
● Previous experience in event sales and management, including lead generation and outbound prospecting, is required. The position will be a mix of growing new business and preserving existing client relationships.
● Proficient in Microsoft Office programs, Gmail, Google Calendar, Tripleseat and AllSeated preferred High school or equivalent education required. Bachelor’s Degree preferred.
● Excellent time management, organizational skills, communication skills and attention to detail
● Flexibility/Ability to adapt to change and be a problem solver
● Enthusiastic, client service attitude
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $45,000.00 - $55,000.00 per year
Benefits:
Schedule:
Work Location: In person
resume to douglas@geckohospitality.com
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