Sales Manager - Events - Office Based - Kent - £55k base £80k ote
A fantastic opportunity for an experienced Sales Manager to join one of the largest events suppliers in the UK!
Partnering with some of the most iconic large scale event venues as well as working on prestigious events including The Olympics and COP26, the company supply a huge range of event seating solutions, furniture and accessories. You will be managing a team of 9 individuals
The company service events and exhibitions across the UK and are the go-to supplier for venues, event agencies, sporting organisations and more, having cemented our place in the events industry.
With an impressive ever-growing portfolio of clients the company are seeking an experienced Sales Manager to lead the team and ensure continued success, with exciting plans for growth on the horizon making this an excellent time to join the team.
THE ROLE
In this highly integral role you will be responsible for the growth and development of the sales & account management team.
Key responsibilities will include:
Direct line management
Training and developing team members
Conducting weekly and monthly reviews
Planning and implementing sales strategies
Maximising revenue and conversion rates
Managing targets and departmental budgets
Developing targeted sales campaigns
Working across internal departments
THE CANDIDATE
To be considered for this position you will have proven team management experience, ideally from within a similar company. A strong understanding of the events, exhibitions industry will be highly desirable, with the ability to motivate and lead a team by example, and an excellent commercial understanding is essential.
Salary £50k - £55k base - £80k ote + Benefits