We are recruiting for a Hires and Sales Manager for a charitable organisation based in Hitchin.
This is a permanent Part Time position for 21 hours a week, the hours are flexible but will be between Monday to Friday.
This role is office-based, but on the odd occasion, you would be able to work from home.
The main purpose of the role would be to drive income generation through commercial activity - specifically venue hire and through a small on-site shop.
The successful candidate will have a background in event management and promoting venue hire.
Main Duties and Responsibilities:
1. Manage the process and delivery of venue hire, from initial enquiry through to completion.
2. Work alongside the CEO to develop a hire strategy.
3. Manage relationships with regular and new clients including negotiation of contracts.
4. Research prospects and proactively seek and develop new opportunities.
5. Work closely with the Marketing Manager to promote venue hire to relevant parties.
6. Provide reports and data to the CEO and Board of Trustees about sales and promotion activity, market conditions and other relevant information.
7. Able to attend board meetings when required.
8. Evaluate and gather feedback from clients to support continual development and improvement.
9. Actively seek to broaden the local client base and represent the organisation when required.
10. Manage the shop - including stock management and stock taking.
11. Manage the hire and sales budget ensuring that all expenditure comes within agreed limits.
12. Plus other ad hoc duties when required.
Person Specification:
1. Experience in a sales or client management role
2. Proven track record in generating income and reaching targets
3. Strong administrative and organisational skills.
4. The ability to work well on your own but also collaborate well with others.
5. Good business acumen and budget management experience.
6. Excellent communication skills - both written and oral.
Benefits include:
1. Free on-site parking
2. 25 days holiday - pro rated.
3. Company Pension Scheme
4. Lovely working environment.
Please be aware this advert will remain open until the vacancy has been filled. Interviews will take place throughout this period, therefore we encourage you to apply early to avoid disappointment.
Tate is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
Tate is committed to promoting equal opportunities. To ensure that every candidate has the best experience with us, we encourage you to let us know if there are any adjustments we can make during the application or interview process. Your comfort and accessibility are our priority, and we are here to support you every step of the way. Additionally, we value and respect your individuality, and we invite you to share your preferred pronouns in your application.
Job Info
Job Title: Part Time Hire and Sales Manager
Company: Tate
Location: Watford, Hertfordshire
Posted:
Closes: Jan 20th 2025
Sector:
Contract: Part Time
Hours: Part Time
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