Sales Director Railyard Event Center, Elkins WV
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Job Location:
Elkins, WV - USA
Yearly Salary:
$ 50000 - 55000
Posted on:
Yesterday
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
TheRailyard Event Center is preparing to pull into the station as Elkins newest hub for entertainment gatherings conferences and unforgettable experiencesand were searching for the conductor who will drive its business engine forward. If you are energized by relationship-building fueled by ambitious goals and thrive in a place where creative partnerships meet community impact your next stop could be right here.
Compensation and Benefits: $50000 - $55000 per year. Full-Time Team Members receive benefits including health dental vision and life 401(k) STD LTD paid holiday vacation personal & sick time lean management training and numerous other employee discount benefits through our HR provider LL Roberts.
Role:
As the Sales Director you will lead the charge in positioning the Railyard Event Center as the premier event destination in West Virginia and beyond. From corporate groups and large-scale conferences to theatre rentals entertainment partnerships and community events youll engineer a dynamic pipeline of business that keeps our venue buzzing year-round.
This high-visibility leadership role blends strategic thinking with hands-on sales execution. Youll collaborate closely with our Director of Entertainment local hotels business leaders tourism groups and event planners to bring world-class programming and turnkey event solutions to life.
What Youll Be Doing:
Sales & Business Development
- Drive revenue across conference space theatre/stage rentals and specialty events
- Prospect new business through cold calling networking and relationship-building
- Represent the Railyard at trade shows chamber functions tourism events and industry expos
- Craft compelling proposals and contracts tailored to client needs
- Maintain a strong CRM pipeline with accurate reporting and measurable results
Budget & Revenue Leadership
- Hitand surpassannual revenue and utilization goals
- Identify new markets and grow share across corporate government non-profit entertainment and group travel sectors
- Collaborate on pricing strategies and profitability forecasts
Collaboration & Client Experience
- Partner with the Director of Entertainment to align sales with performance schedules
- Work seamlessly with operations food & beverage and technical teams to ensure flawless event experiences
- Conduct engaging tours site visits and pre-event planning sessions
- Support event execution to deliver a world-class guest experience every time
What Were Looking For:
- A connectorsomeone who enjoys building relationships that turn into results
- A confident presenter with persuasive communication skills
- A self-starter driven by goals timelines and opportunities
- Experienced in hospitality event venues entertainment sales or group business (23 years preferred)
- Tech-savvy with CRM systems and Microsoft Office
- Ready to travel for sales missions tradeshows and networking opportunities
Why The Railyard
Because this isnt just another sales jobits a chance to:
- Help shape a brand-new entertainment and conference destination
- Be part of something transformational for the region
- Work with passionate hospitality and entertainment leaders
- Leave your mark before the doors even open
READY TO BUILD SOMETHING BIG
If youre eager to make an impact expand your career and bring the Railyard Event Center to life as a must-visit destination we want to meet you.
Apply today and help us put Elkins on the mapone unforgettable event at a time.
Additional Information:Kindly be aware that the job description provided is not an exhaustive account of the activities duties or responsibilities entailed for this role. Standard Operating Procedures Training Checklists and Departmental Handbooks will be provided to ensure the Team Member is trained in all duties and responsibilities of the position. Duties responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential to Par ManagementandTaylor Hospitalityare Equal Employment Opportunity companies we are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race religion sex national origin sexual orientation age citizenship marital status or disability.
About the Company:Up to Par Management Taylor Hospitality Vision is to be an Exceptional Hospitality and Golf Management Company built by Exceptional Team Members who are Delivering on our Purpose to Positively Impact Others.
Required Experience:
Director
Key Skills
- Computer Hardware
- Sales Experience
- Marketing
- Public Relations
- Catering
- Fundraising
- Hospitality Experience
- Financial Acumen
- Nonprofit Management
- Event Planning
- Events Management
- negotiation
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