***EVENTS SALES EXECUTIVE***
An exciting and sought after vacancy for a full-time permanent Events Sales Executive has just arrived on our books. Working for a leading Events Venue based in the heart of Guildford, Surrey. Working as part of a team this is very much a ‘hands on’ and varied role involving sales, operations and liaising with caterers, sponsors and suppliers.
As a Events Sales Executive you will be responsible for enquiries for a range of events from new and existing clients.
Salary £28-30K + OTE
Key responsibilities for the Events Sales Executive include,

• Be the first point of contact for new event enquiries
• Follow the event handling process as required within IVvy, the venue event management system
• Conduct professional and creative show rounds of the venue
• Prepare proposals and verbally follow up those proposals over the telephone
• Take responsibility for ensuring any changes such as agreed pricing, menus, extras etc are kept accurate and up to date
• Ensure PO’s, signed contracts, T&C’s and full payments are received prior to the event
• Liaise with the preferred caterers with regards to the logistics of events as required
• Support the Event Executives in preparing function sheets as required
• Maintain ongoing proactive contact with clients to maximise repeat business
• Proactively seek out new business opportunities
• Invite new business opportunities to show rounds/promotional/showcase events
• Build a prospect database for new sales and work that database to develop new business
• Network within the Guildford business community

The ideal Events Sales Executive will need,

• Some proactive sales experience
• Sound commercial acumen and target driven
• IT literate
• Excellent communication skills, verbal and written
• Self motivated, self sufficient and flexible approach
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