AEG
Director of Event Sales| University of Kansas Athletics
AEG, Lawrence, Kansas, us, 66045
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Overview
The
Director of Event Sales
reports to the General Manager and is tasked with continually generating new business and revenue streams to benefit the overall operation of the Gateway Stadium and Conference Center operation.
This position ensures the sales department meets all individual and departmental sales goals and is responsible for overseeing and training department staff, as well as actively taking a leading role in the sales process. Additionally, this position will work closely with all other department staff (operations, finance, box office, marketing, events, and food & beverage) to ensure a seamless experience for all clients and guests.
This role will pay a salary of $70,000 to $85,000 and is bonus eligible.
For FT roles: Benefits: Health, Dental and Vision insurance, 401(k) savings plan, 401(k) matching, and paid time off (vacation days, sick days, and 12 holidays)
This position will remain open until Dec 31, 2024.
Responsibilities Assume management responsibility for all sales efforts at the facility, including on-going training of staff, motivation, goal setting, forecasting and sales tracking Prospect and sell all available assets to include: Stadium event space, Conference Center event space and other potential assets as defined Select, train, motivate and evaluate all sales personnel; provide or coordinate staff training; work with employees to correct deficiencies; implement discipline and termination procedures Manage and coordinate all aspects of the departments current contractual agreements including drafting and preparing agreements through final execution with client Prepare and forecast revenue for the sales department and make suggestions on how to increase revenue Conduct tours of facility for potential clients; answer questions and provide information regarding facility capabilities Coordinate with other University departments on their efforts, needs and uses of the facility Develop all related collateral necessary to equip the sales team Develop and implement all aspects of the sales plan Select, train, motivate, evaluate and manage sales department personnel Track and manage daily, weekly, monthly sales reports Participate in the development and administration of the annual budget Travel to regional planning events throughout the year in search of new business Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned Qualifications
Bachelor's degree or better from an accredited college or university, preferably in Marketing, Business or a related field Minimum of five-seven (5-7) years of prior sales experience, preferably in Sports & Entertainment and/or Conference Centers, with an emphasis in event space, food and beverage and conference/event services Ability to work event nights, weekends and holidays as required Has a strong track record of building relationships and generating new business Excellent organizational skills, leadership skills, customer service skills Enthusiastic and positive thinker Skilled in all customer service and administrative procedures established by the venue. Skill in public relations, oral and written communications, public speaking, contract negotiations Experience with modern and complex principles and practices of sales and marketing Experience with supervision, training, and performance evaluation. Ability to demonstrate supervisory and leadership skills and a thorough knowledge of convention planning and related activities Advanced computer proficiency and Microsoft products knowledge, to include Excel, Word, Outlook and CRM systems Ability to identify potential problems and make plans for corrective action. Some travel as needed
Overview
The
Director of Event Sales
reports to the General Manager and is tasked with continually generating new business and revenue streams to benefit the overall operation of the Gateway Stadium and Conference Center operation.
This position ensures the sales department meets all individual and departmental sales goals and is responsible for overseeing and training department staff, as well as actively taking a leading role in the sales process. Additionally, this position will work closely with all other department staff (operations, finance, box office, marketing, events, and food & beverage) to ensure a seamless experience for all clients and guests.
This role will pay a salary of $70,000 to $85,000 and is bonus eligible.
For FT roles: Benefits: Health, Dental and Vision insurance, 401(k) savings plan, 401(k) matching, and paid time off (vacation days, sick days, and 12 holidays)
This position will remain open until Dec 31, 2024.
Responsibilities Assume management responsibility for all sales efforts at the facility, including on-going training of staff, motivation, goal setting, forecasting and sales tracking Prospect and sell all available assets to include: Stadium event space, Conference Center event space and other potential assets as defined Select, train, motivate and evaluate all sales personnel; provide or coordinate staff training; work with employees to correct deficiencies; implement discipline and termination procedures Manage and coordinate all aspects of the departments current contractual agreements including drafting and preparing agreements through final execution with client Prepare and forecast revenue for the sales department and make suggestions on how to increase revenue Conduct tours of facility for potential clients; answer questions and provide information regarding facility capabilities Coordinate with other University departments on their efforts, needs and uses of the facility Develop all related collateral necessary to equip the sales team Develop and implement all aspects of the sales plan Select, train, motivate, evaluate and manage sales department personnel Track and manage daily, weekly, monthly sales reports Participate in the development and administration of the annual budget Travel to regional planning events throughout the year in search of new business Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned Qualifications
Bachelor's degree or better from an accredited college or university, preferably in Marketing, Business or a related field Minimum of five-seven (5-7) years of prior sales experience, preferably in Sports & Entertainment and/or Conference Centers, with an emphasis in event space, food and beverage and conference/event services Ability to work event nights, weekends and holidays as required Has a strong track record of building relationships and generating new business Excellent organizational skills, leadership skills, customer service skills Enthusiastic and positive thinker Skilled in all customer service and administrative procedures established by the venue. Skill in public relations, oral and written communications, public speaking, contract negotiations Experience with modern and complex principles and practices of sales and marketing Experience with supervision, training, and performance evaluation. Ability to demonstrate supervisory and leadership skills and a thorough knowledge of convention planning and related activities Advanced computer proficiency and Microsoft products knowledge, to include Excel, Word, Outlook and CRM systems Ability to identify potential problems and make plans for corrective action. Some travel as needed