MICE Sales Manager – Leading Dublin Conference & Events Venues

About the Role:

Red D Recruitment is excited to present an exceptional opportunity for a dynamic MICE Sales Manager to join a leading conference and events venues. This role is perfect for an ambitious individual with a passion for driving growth and exceeding revenue targets through innovative sales and marketing strategies.

Job Purpose:

As MICE Sales Manager, you will have overall responsibility for the sales and marketing functions for prestigious conference venues and members clubs, as well a large restaurant and associated food outlets. Your primary focus will be on developing and executing strategies to surpass revenue targets and foster growth.

Key Responsibilities & Accountabilities:

• Strategy Development: Design and deliver a comprehensive B2C sales and marketing strategy for conference and food retail outlets.
• Proactive Marketing: Implement proactive marketing and sales tactics in collaboration with the sales team and Head of Operations.
• Digital Marketing: Develop and execute a digital marketing strategy, ensuring an effective online presence across all channels.
• Proposal Creation: Create high-quality proposals for corporate, private, and social clients.
• Brand Alignment: Ensure all marketing and sales materials align with the overall sales strategy.
• Relationship Building: Develop and maintain relationships with key accounts, identifying and pursuing new business opportunities.
• Event Management: Oversee and manage invoicing and payment for events, ensuring smooth execution and high customer satisfaction.
• Team Leadership: Manage, motivate, and support the onsite sales team, providing guidance and fostering development.

Other Key Responsibilities:

• Sales Proposals: Design compelling sales proposals that effectively tell the venue’s story.
• Client Interaction: Handle all enquiries efficiently and in a friendly manner, ensuring prompt and accurate administration and correspondence.
• Lead Management: Follow up on all sales leads promptly, aiming to convert them into confirmed bookings and repeat business.
• Event Coordination: Manage event details from enquiry to confirmation, ensuring all relevant information is collected and event sheets are completed in a timely manner.
• Customer Care: Consistently exceed customer expectations, providing excellent customer care and support during events.

Responsibilities:

• Personal Development: Take responsibility for personal growth, seeking opportunities to expand knowledge of industry trends in food service, leadership, and management practices.
• Training and Meetings: Attend training courses and meetings as necessary.:

Skills & Knowledge:

• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
• Adaptable approach and style for various stakeholders
• Natural flair for networking, self-driven and enthusiastic about success
• Exceptional organizational and time management abilities, with a keen eye for detail
• Strong commercial and financial awareness

Experience & Qualifications:

• Previous experience building a pipeline of new business
• Experience managing a marketing budget and plan with an emphasis on online strategies
• Experience in a proactive sales and marketing role within an events/venue company / leading hotel

Information Security:

• Ensure compliance with information security procedures
• Proactively identify and report security risks
• Report actual and suspected security incidents

Safeguarding:

• Committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable people, adhering to exemplary practices

Health & Safety:

• Follow all health and safety policies and procedures
• Report deficiencies in systems or equipment
• Use work equipment and PPE properly
• Report training needs to the Line Manager

Apply Now:

If you are a motivated and experienced Sales & Marketing professional looking for a challenging and rewarding role, we want to hear from you. Join this team in driving success and creating unforgettable experiences at Ireland’s premier conference & events venues.