Sales Manager leading SAE's event sales team to drive revenue growth through exhibits, sponsorships, and partnerships across global events. Collaborates with cross-functional teams to achieve sales targets.
Responsibilities
Execute sales strategies to achieve and exceed exhibit, sponsorship, and partnership revenue goals.
Collaborate with Marketing and Event Product teams to develop pricing and promotional offerings.
Serve as the primary contact for major clients and sponsors.
Lead, coach, and develop the event sales team to achieve individual and team targets.
Establish measurable sales goals, performance metrics, and conduct regular reviews.
Build and maintain budgets and sales forecasts with the Sales Director.
Monitor pipelines, track progress, and ensure accurate CRM reporting.
Partner with Marketing to develop campaigns and event promotion strategies.
Represent SAE at industry events, conferences, and client functions.
Gather and analyze customer feedback to inform sales strategies.
Coordinate client visits and sponsor engagement activities to strengthen relationships.
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Business or related field.
Minimum of six (6) years of experience in event, exhibit, or sponsorship sales.
Proven ability to manage a professional sales team, providing clear direction, measurable goals, and accountability.
Demonstrated success managing sales pipelines, forecasts, and budget processes.
Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
Effective interpersonal, negotiation, and presentation abilities.
Ability to collaborate with cross-functional peers and leadership, and effectively communicate recommendations to stakeholders.
Decision-making skills that reflect sound judgment and the ability to allocate resources to achieve defined sales goals.
Benefits
Standard office environment
Ability to work extended periods at a computer or desk
Ability to travel up to 40% of the time, including attendance at SAE events and customer meetings
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