Sales Specialist (Events/Conferencing)
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Job Location:
Johannesburg - South Africa
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
30+ days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Sales Executive Conferencing & Events
Our client is revitalising their conferencing and events venue and is seeking dynamic persuasive and target-driven Sales Executives to lead the charge. This role is all about hunting for new business generating leads and closing deals in a competitive market.
If you thrive on outbound sales love building relationships and have the resilience to succeed in a high-pressure environment this could be the perfect opportunity for you.
Key Responsibilities
As a Sales Executive you will:
- Drive outbound sales activity including cold calls client meetings and tailored proposals.
- Generate new business leads and convert them into confirmed bookings.
- Consistently deliver on monthly and quarterly sales targets.
- Manage your pipeline and maintain accurate records of leads and sales in the CRM system.
- Work closely with the Conferencing Managing Agent to ensure seamless client handovers.
- Represent the venue at client pitches networking functions and industry events.
What Were Looking For
- Minimum 3 years B2B outbound sales experience ideally in conferencing hospitality or venue hire.
- Established relationships within the MICE industry (Meetings Incentives Conferences & Exhibitions).
- Proven track record of meeting and exceeding sales targets.
- Strong presentation pitching and negotiation skills.
- Resilient self-motivated and comfortable in target-driven environments.
- Must have own transport and a valid drivers licence.
Personal Attributes
- A hunter mentality driven to build a pipeline and close deals.
- Confident and persuasive with strong relationship-building skills.
- Results-oriented and competitive with the discipline to follow through.
- Comfortable working in a base commission remuneration structure.
- Energetic networker who enjoys building long-term relationships.
Why Apply
This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a venue transformation journey where your results will directly impact growth and success. Youll have the freedom to own your sales strategy the backing of a strong venue offering and the chance to build lasting client partnerships.
- Location: Fourways Johannesburg
- Duration: Long Term Contract
To apply please send a detailed CV (in MS Word format) via email to (Ref: SLEXSMEG)
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Key Skills
- Marketing
- Catering
- Organizational skills
- Hospitality Experience
- Management Experience
- HubSpot
- Event Planning
- Events Management
- Project Management
- Event Marketing
- Leadership Experience
- negotiation
