Event Sales Manager

At AriensCo Hospitality, we provide more than exceptional service - we create opportunities that impact careers. Our culture values creative thinking, hard work and determination. We work as a team, collaborate, and make decisions quickly.

We see growth potential in every team member and are committed to supporting our employees with continuous training and advancement opportunities.

Our environment? You'll always have the freedom to create, contribute and have fun, while performing at an exceptional level. Our company vision is "Passionate People, Astounded Customers." Quite simply, it revolves around people.

Speaking of people, you're not just employee #1,762 to us. You're family, and your role is invaluable. Without exceptional people, we can't continue to provide the first-class service we are known for.

Come join us! By joining our team, you'll have the opportunity to work in a rewarding workplace with a strong sense of community.

AriensCo Hospitality Group is excited to hire an Event Sales Manager to lead event sales and coordination across our unique venues, including Round Lake Farms, Stone Prairie, the AriensCo Museum, and other affiliated properties in Brillion, WI. This role is perfect for someone passionate about creating memorable events while building strong client relationships.

THE DAY TO DAY...

• Manage the planning, direction, and implementation of event sales for AriensCo properties and establishments

• Perform work associated with soliciting sales from current and prospective customers

• Oversee all sales for weddings, corporate events and special occasions

• Assists as needed to launch and support community-focused events at the venues

• Develop and maintain productive, long-term customer relationships

• Serve as single point of contact and advisor for existing customers, consulting on current services and determining individual customer needs

• Provide management with sales forecasts as well as insights regarding the impact of competition, promotional initiatives, and recommended pricing changes for services

• Use customer feedback to recommend modifications to services

• Advise and collaborate with management in developing processes, policies, and procedures regarding event sales

• May lead and direct the work of other employees

• Collaborate with management on departmental budgeting, strategic planning, and procedural change

• Support the coordination of third-party vendors including venue, staffs, catering, transportation, safety and audio or visual equipment, etc.

• Monitor and control budget for events

• Negotiate all necessary sales contracts

THE REQUIREMENTS...

• Bachelor's degree and/or equivalent experience in related field

• Minimum of 5 years related experience with progressive responsibility

• Strong collaboration, communication, and interpersonal skills

• Strong prioritization and organization skills

• Ability to perform detailed, complex tasks and hit deadlines

• Comprehensive knowledge of the field's concepts and principles

• Ability to represent AriensCo appropriately and professionally with third parties and customers

Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without requiring sponsorship now or in the future.

The concept of diversity is important to us at AriensCo. That's why we've created a culture that is inclusive, accepting and understanding. We embrace diversity among our partners, suppliers and employees. We also strive for diversity in the quality of our ideas. Inclusion and acceptance means that, regardless of who you are, you will always be standing on our welcome mat.

AriensCo is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and steadfastly committed to hiring and selecting the most qualified candidate for any open position. It is the policy of AriensCo to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

Providing our employees with an environment free of discrimination and harassment is something we take very seriously. Embracing diversity enables us to attract the best qualified talent, foster productive teamwork, and expand our business opportunities.