Sales Manager

Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group; Montreal; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading entertainment company in Montreal is seeking a Sales Manager to generate revenue and meet business objectives. The ideal candidate has 3-5 years of experience in corporate and group sales, possesses strong communication abilities, and is results-focused. This role offers professional growth and an inclusive work culture with benefits including group insurance and RRSPs.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Professional growth support

Group insurance program

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in corporate and group sales.
• Familiarity with ticketing systems preferred.
• Well-established corporate network in Montréal.

Responsibilities

• Generate revenue and meet business objectives.
• Identify and close sales leads for Cirque du Soleil shows.
• Maintain excellent customer service.

Skills

Entertainment sales background

Results-focused

Strong organizational skills

Excellent written communication

Excellent verbal communication

Education

University degree in Marketing, Business, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Salesforce

Job description

Overview

Sales Manager
Sales, Marketing and Communications
Full-Time Position

We were born from an eclectic troop of performers. Come live the experience of being yourself every day to create the extraordinary.

OUR MISSION

Since 1984, Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group has been focusing on ever more creative and magical work in order to constantly push the limits of the imagination and surprise spectators! Innovation and creativity are at the heart of our shows and will continue to transcend our upcoming productions around the world. Today, we have a place for those who have a marked taste for thinking up exceptional products, for ensuring the smooth running of operations, for putting their ingenuity at the service of their team, in addition to contributing to enhancing their expertise and develop practices unique to Cirque du Soleil! So don\'t wait any longer and join the Cirque adventure! You will meet ambitious people and people passionate about the world of entertainment!

Your Mission

The Sales Manager will be responsible for generating revenue and meeting business objectives as directed by the Senior Manager of Corporate & Group Sales. As part of your role, you will be looking to identify the best opportunities to improve sales, ensure efficiency and increase the reach of Cirque du Soleil’s Group Sales business!

The Sales Manager Will Be Responsible For

• Identifying and successfully closing a pipeline of Group leads and opportunities for multiple markets in North America
• Identifying, qualifying, and contracting new and existing clients for Groups & Hospitality events for Cirque du Soleil shows
• Proactively calling prospects and tracking sales activities in CRM
• Meeting and/or exceeding ticket sales and revenue goals by market
• Maintaining a high level of customer service to new and existing clients
• Following up on reservations and payments for packages sold while ensuring the signing of sales contracts
• Establishing and maintaining strong business relationships with high level contacts in Meetings, Conventions and Hospitality industry
• Working closely with on-site tour staff to ensure proper delivery of events and complete customer satisfaction

The Ideal Candidate Will Have The Following Qualifications

• University degree in Marketing, Business, or related field or any relevant combination of work experience
• At least 3-5 years of entertainment sales background (ideally in corporate and group sales)
• A well-established network of corporate and group contacts in Montréal is considered a valuable asset
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office and Salesforce (or similar CRM), familiarity with ticketing system(s) is preferred.
• Results-focused, strong organizational skills and the ability to multi-task
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Willingness to travel

Overview of Benefits and Professional Development

• An inclusive work mode based on team experience and flexible working hours
• A culture focused on the development of fair practices and unifying events
• Professional growth focused on high quality projects to propel your career
• A group insurance program, RRSPs and other benefits that we will be happy to present to you
• Personalized support adapted to your professional ambitions: training program, regular check-ins, inter-team contribution.

Note: The following accessibility statement is included as part of Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group\u2019s commitment to an accessible and inclusive workplace. Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group is committed to creating and maintaining an accessible and inclusive workplace. Proud ambassador of equality in employment, Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group is committed to eliminating discrimination based on age, skin color, origins, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation and any other characteristic. Neutral and inclusive writing is now preferred for all new job postings.