This market-leading catering company specialising in high-profile, high-end and high-volume events is currently recruiting a Sales & Events Executive to maximise event/venue sales through proactive sales activities, as well as manage the event cycle from initial enquiry through to billing and follow up.
Achieve monthly KPIs and targets as set out by the Sales and Events ManagerResearch and target specific market segments through sales activitiesSeek out new business leadsDevelop and maintain a database of existing and potential customers, identifying new opportunities and following up on existing leadsIssue invoices and follow up on paymentsRepresent the venue at client evenings and networking/trade events as requiredMonitor reactive enquires via phone and emailSend out proposals and follow upsNegotiate and contract new business Event Management responsibilities:
Responsible for the successful execution of events from initial enquiry through to completion and follow upMaintain excellent communication with all other departments on event details and plansDiary managementManage BEO's and support the full sales team in an administrative capacity The ideal candidate:
Minimum two years' experience in a proactive sales environment preferably in venue/hotel/agencyDiploma level qualification in Business / Hospitality related discipline an advantageFully proficient in the sales process: chasing leads, closing sale, contract negotiations, client visitsFully proficient in the event process: client visits, event brief issue, deposit collection and billing follow upCreative thinker and innovative problem solverProactive team player with an established knowledge of the industryStrong systems skills: proficient in MS Office, Salesforce/Delphi knowledge an advantageExcellent planning and organisational skills with a high attention to detailAdvanced written and verbal communication skills with fluent EnglishA passion for excellence customer serviceFlexibility with work schedule, working 5 days over 7If you are a highly self-motivated Sales Manager who excels in seeking out new business and organising top-notch events, send in your CV today!
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