Role OverviewThe Event Sales Manager is responsible for selling and managing events from initial inquiry through contract execution. This role handles the full sales lifecycle, including responding to event leads, creating proposals, conducting site tours, negotiating terms, and finalizing contracts. The market is predominantly social, with a strong focus on weddings and celebrations ranging from approximately 100 to 400 guests.
What You Will Do
This position is responsible for driving revenue, building strong client relationships, and ensuring a smooth handoff and communication process with internal hotel teams before, during, and after each event.
Why It Might Be a Fit
A true desire to satisfy the needs of others in a fast-paced environment, refined verbal and written communication skills, and a genuine passion for hospitality and exceeding client expectations are required for this role.
Requirements
- Prior event sales experience required; wedding or social event sales experience strongly preferred
- Refined verbal and written communication skills
- Highly organized, detail-oriented, and proactive
- Proficiency with general computer applications
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