Senior Event Sales Manager | Hybrid

Bowlero Corporation; City of Spruce Grove; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join an innovative entertainment platform where you can turn ordinary events into unforgettable experiences! As a Senior Event Sales Manager, you will be at the heart of our vibrant atmosphere, focusing on client management and revenue growth. This role is perfect for a passionate sales professional who thrives in a dynamic environment and is eager to lead a team to success. With a commitment to diversity and guest satisfaction, you'll play a key role in creating memorable celebrations while enjoying a competitive salary and performance-based incentives. Are you ready to make a difference in the world of entertainment?

Benefits

Healthcare Benefits

Performance-Based Incentives

Flexible Work Hours

Qualifications

• 3+ years in sales, preferably in event sales.
• 1+ years in management experience required.

Responsibilities

• Convert inquiries into booked events and manage client relationships.
• Collaborate with the team to achieve sales KPIs and lead operations.

Skills

Event Sales

Client Management

CRM Systems

Microsoft Teams

Communication Skills

Leadership Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Tools

Outlook

Excel

Job description

Overview

Imagine your ideal job. Now add bowling. And arcade games. And parties every day of the week. This isn’t any ordinary job; it’s the beginning of a new career as a Senior Event Sales Manager at Lucky Strike Entertainment.

Are you great at making (and keeping) friends? Then you may be perfect for this role. The Senior Event Sales Manager focuses on client management, revenue growth, and leading a team to success. Your mission is to convert inquiries into booked events that impress clients. You will manage your pipeline, meet and tour potential clients, and coordinate with our Operations Team to ensure flawless event execution. You’ll be more than a salesperson; you’ll be an experience-maker. Are you ready for this challenge? We think so…

Essential Duties:

Be an event sales magician

• Respond to all event inquiries and convert them into booked events.
• Plan events across multiple venues, understanding and communicating the features and benefits of our properties and options to clients.

Hit those numbers

• Meet or exceed your sales KPIs.
• Assist the team in surpassing theirs.

Be an MVP to OUR ON-SITE OPERATIONS TEAM

• Collaborate with the Director of Sales to energize and lead the team. Lead daily meetings and virtual sessions, and drive revenue growth.
• Serve as the on-site contact for operations, hosting BEO meetings, and ensuring successful events.

Guide the guest

• Provide engaging venue tours, showcasing event options.
• Plan and coordinate client events until the day of the party.
• Manage client relationships during and after events to encourage repeat business.

Flexibility is key

• Be available to work evenings, weekends, and holidays, especially during peak seasons.

Be camera ready

• Stay connected via video for coaching and meetings, fostering team camaraderie remotely.
• Be prepared to showcase enthusiasm and professionalism for client visits.

Who you are

You’re an experienced sales professional with management skills, problem-solving abilities, and a passion for guest service. You thrive on feedback, enjoy friendly competition, and excel at achieving KPIs while helping your team succeed. Your interpersonal skills turn ordinary events into memorable celebrations.

Desired Skills:

• 3+ years in sales, with event sales and multi-unit experience a plus
• 1+ years in management
• Experience with CRM systems
• Proficiency in Outlook, Microsoft Teams, and Excel
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Feedback-driven, data-centric, organized, adaptable
• Leadership and problem-solving skills are a plus

Required: Ability to travel once a year to the national sales conference.

The Lucky Strike Team

With approximately 350 entertainment destinations across North America, our portfolio includes brands like Bowlero, Lucky Strike, AMF, and the PBA. We are committed to diversity, guest satisfaction, and a joyful work environment. Join our team of over 12,000 associates and be part of the Lucky Strike family.

Who We Are

Lucky Strike Entertainment, formerly Bowlero Corp, is a leading location-based entertainment platform with over 360 locations offering bowling, amusements, water parks, and family entertainment centers. We also own the PBA, the major league of bowling, and a growing media property with millions of fans worldwide. For more information, visit ir.luckystrikeent.com.

The pay rate for this position is $38.46/hr plus commission, with an expected first-year total earnings of $40K–$50K (uncapped), and an OTE of $120K–$130K!

We offer performance-based incentives and a comprehensive benefits package, including healthcare. Details are available at www.bowlerocorp.com/careers/benefits.