Senior Private Event Sales Manager
The Senior Private Event Sales Manager is responsible for creating relationships with members and guests to generate event sales. Event Sales Managers excel in customer service and are responsible for selling, planning and coordinating all aspects of Private Events.
Responsibilities
- Maximize private event revenues to meet and exceed monthly, quarterly, and annual sales goals and budgets
- Develop market segments and solicit new customer relationships while maintaining existing relationships
- Sell and market to external markets which may encompass corporate events / meetings / trainings, wedding receptions, rehearsal dinners, and personal milestone events; other may include holiday parties, celebrations of life, school athletic banquets, and fundraisers
- Act as an ambassador for the property, fostering relationships with individuals & corporations who book events to maintain repeatable and predictable business while prospecting for new events
- Heighten awareness externally within the community from the club to bridal shows, industry events, and other public events.
- Responsible for being a positive role model in both social media formats and public forums by being active and showing consistent participation in all public facing opportunities.
- Generate a definitive sales and marketing plan to achieve departmental revenue goals which meet and exceed sales goals and budgets
- Other duties may be assigned by management
Qualifications
Knowledge of how to use social media to drive sales is required : Including LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, Pinterest, etc.Must have a positive, engaging, and team-oriented view on the workplace.Proficient in computer software including Microsoft Word, Excel and CRMSolid time management, organization and prioritization skills; ability to work with little or no direct supervisionExcellent customer service orientation and focus on customer satisfaction requiredStrong leadership and people skills, plus the ability to build and foster a team environment desiredValid driver's license requiredEducation
College degree preferred or 3 years of related experience in sales preferably in golf / hospitality / service industry, or equivalent combination of education and experienceSkills / Abilities / Personal Characteristics
Self-motivationDetail OrientedFlexibilityVerbal and Written CommunicationBudget and ForecastingCustomer ServiceResolve ConflictTeamworkThoroughnessEfficiencyNegotiationAmerican Golf Corporation is committed to equal employment opportunities for all. We will not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on any legally recognized basis, including but not limited to race, color, religion, genetic information, national origin, sex, pregnancy, childbirth, medical conditions, age, disability, citizenship status, uniform service member status, or any other protected class under federal, state, and / or local law.