Sales Manager

About the Role

Key Responsibilities

• Assist sales team in accomplishing sales and marketing goals.
• Use sales and marketing principles to promote the facility.
• Send client pre-event information and follow-up information that affects booking.
• Quote rates and assist with formal license agreements.
• Prepare contracts.
• Handle pre-event correspondence and meetings until the account is turned over to an Event Manager.
• Follow up on leads and uncover new business.
• Demonstrate ability to close business in a timely manner.
• Maintain an active role in the local hospitality community and professional associations.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of Sales.

Requirements

• Minimum 2 years sales related experience.
• Excellent communication, organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to prioritize multiple projects.
• High aptitude for figures and advanced writing skills.
• Professional presentation, appearance and work ethic.
• Working knowledge of event operations and logistics.
• Working knowledge of food & beverage operations and banquet functions.
• Ability to work under limited supervision and interact with all levels of staff including management.
• Bachelor's degree from a four-year college or university in Marketing, Journalism, Public Relations, Hospitality, or related field (preferred).

Nice to Have

• Facility/industry experience.

Benefits & Perks

• Competitive salary plus quarterly and annual performance incentive opportunities.
• Paid holidays, sick time, and unlimited PTO.
• Comprehensive insurance package including health, dental, and vision insurance as well as voluntary and supplemental benefits.
• Employer-paid Long Term Disability and Life and Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance.
• Health Savings Accounts and Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Company 401(K) Plan with employer match.
• Flextime work schedule.