Senior Event Sales Manager - Hopkins, United States - Puttshack

Description

Senior Event Sales ManagerAbout Puttshack:
Puttshack is an upscale, tech-infused mini golf experience that appeals to everyone.

More than just indoor mini golf, Puttshack leans on its ground-breaking technology to elevate the game while also serving world-class food and full bar in a cool environment.

The Puttshack experience is really all about having fun - and doing something fun - together.


Our Purpose:
To bring everyone in to play


Our Vision:
To be the universal answer to the question Where should we get together?

Our Mission:
To create lasting memories for people of all generations through a shared, world-class entertainment experience

Our Values:
Bring your A game. We strive for excellence in everything we do.
Lead the Way Our associates embrace and are inspired by change.
Own the Fun We revel in our guests enjoyment.
Care Deeply

• We take great care of our guests, our associates and the communities we call home.

The Role:

The Senior Sales Manager is a venue leader and department head responsible for "leading the way" by overseeing a team of hospitality professionals who care deeply about creating an elevated, one-of-a-kind guest experience.

The Senior Sales Manager will help mentor and develop the Sales Manager and Sales Administrator, while also booking and detailing their own events to ensure the team meets and exceeds sales goals.

This position will also drive sales by implementing strategies and partnerships to increase bookings, improve referrals and grow the Puttshack brand in the community.

Reports to:

Director of OperationsWhat Youll DoBring your A Game to work every day to drive revenue by meeting and exceeding sales goalsLead the way by overseeing sales department and developing Sales Manager and Sales Administrator team on all aspects of event sales including prospecting, upselling, strategic selling, guest recovery, communication, networking, prioritization, and time management.

Motivate sales team and review goals to ensure team is meeting or exceeding goals and delivering the highest level of customer service to our clientsCollaborate with Director of Operations and Executive Chef to ensure high level event executionIdentify key corporate accounts in market, reach out via multiple touchpoints and develop relationships with decision makers to grow event salesDevelop monthly, quarterly and annual targeted event sales goals Review local donation requests for brand alignmentAssist Sales Manager to work through full venue buyout requests, special requests and guest recovery when necessaryContribute to sales goal by booking events and providing exceptional customer service, working with clients through every step of the planning processActively prospect for new business through cold calling, site tours, office visits, trade shows, social media, local marketing events and networking eventsAttend networking events to build relationships in the local business community and help grow the Puttshack brand Build relationships with hotels, DMCs, CVBs and Chambers of Commerce for referralsWork with Sales Manager prior to opening to perform competitive market analysis and identify associations to join to help drive sales and establish Puttshack in the local community Schedule weekly sales team meetings and 1 on 1s with Sales Manager and Sales Admin Attend weekly manager meetings and 1 on 1s with Director of Operations Develop and execute quarterly strategic plan to drive sales Create commission report after end of each period Collaborate with National Sales Team to create marketing assets and identify sponsorship opportunities to drive group salesWho You Are:

Prior experience as a Director of Sales or Sales Manager in a high volume ($2M+ annual event revenue) restaurant, hotel, or entertainment environment5-7+ years of B2B and/or B2C sales background with experience in leadershipSkilled at working collaboratively with multiple departments as well as coaching, mentoring and developing a teamOverall knowledge of the local area businesses and existing client baseStrong presentation and negation skillsExperience with prospecting, cold calling, developing leads list, strategic planning and budgeting Excellent communication, time management, presentation, and organization skillsAbility to go above and beyond, demonstrating meaningful care in everything you doA high level of emotional intelligence and overall self-awarenessHigh school diploma or equivalentAbility to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidaysAbility to stand and walk for long periods of time including maneuvering up and down stairsWhats in it for you:Paid PTOHealth insurance: medical, dental, and vision401K50% off Food & BeverageFree Mini GolfPaid Parental LeaveAt the intersection of entertainment and hospitality, Puttshack is committed to equal opportunity and is firmly committed to preventing discrimination and harassment, including sexual misconduct, based on legally protected diversity characteristics (such as race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, family status, citizenship, genetic information, and veteran status) in its application and hiring processes and in its employment decisions.

As an affirmative action employer, Puttshack also takes steps to prevent retaliation and create a respectful, equitable, and inclusive environment for our Associates, Guests, and Vendors.

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