Sales Manager - Anchorage Convention Centers

Sales Manager

Primary responsibility is booking large, high-revenue producing events at all venues within the {Facility Name} including, but not limited to, the following event @types: private, corporate, association, non-ticketed, open to public and community-related events. Responsible for working in conjunction with other members of the sales staff to market the venues and initiate specific event-related promotions to increase revenue.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities Include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Assist Sales team in accomplishing sales and marketing goals.
• Use Sales and Marketing principles to promote the facility.
• Send client pre-event information and follow-up information that affects booking.
• Quote rates and assists with formal license agreements. Prepares contracts.
• Handle pre-event correspondence and meetings until account is be turned over to an Event Coordinator.
• Assist Director in developing Marketing Plan to include goals and advertising.
• Carry out specific marketing plan relating to events using support of advertising, as requested by the Director.
• Coordinate with and provide support to Event Managers and Food & Beverage staff.
• Ability to maintain a productive, team-oriented relationship with staff and sub-contractors.

Supervisory Responsibilities Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with all Legends & ASM policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty with energy and enthusiasm. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and/or Experience Bachelor's degree from four-year College or University in Hotel or Hospitality Management, Sales/Marketing, Journalism, Public Relations or related field preferred.

Event Management, Sales, and/or Food/Beverage experience in a Convention Hotel, Convention Center or Hospitality Industry in general is preferred

Minimum 2 years sales related experience required.

Extensive knowledge of Food & Beverage sales and/or operations is a plus

Knowledge of building capacities, local codes, Municipal/legal rules and regulations is a plus

Networking with the local business community is required

Skills and Abilities Excellent communication, organizational and interpersonal skills required.

Ability to organize, direct and coordinate staff and activities

Ability to prioritize multiple projects.

High aptitude for figures and advanced writing skills.

Professional presentation, appearance and work ethic.

Ability to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing

Computer Skills To perform this job successfully, an individual must have working knowledge of spreadsheet software and work processing software and be proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel and Power Point

Other Qualifications Ability to work under limited supervision and to interact with the public, clients, and all levels of staff including management.

Ability to work long and irregular hours that may vary due to functions and may include early mornings, days, evenings, weekends, and holidays in addition to normal business hours

Compensation Competitive salary, commensurate with experience, and a generous benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, paid vacation, and 401k plan.

Working Conditions Location: On Site

Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Legends & ASM Global is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, and encourages Women, Minorities, Individuals with Disabilities, and protected Veterans to apply. VEVRAA Federal Contractor.