Sales and Bookings Executive (Maternity Cover)

Barnsley Premier Leisure; Cudworth; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A local leisure organization is seeking a proactive Sales and Bookings Executive to join their team in Cudworth. You will manage and grow function room bookings while delivering top-notch service to clients. Responsibilities include driving sales, responding to enquiries, and coordinating the booking process. Ideal candidates will have previous sales or event management experience, strong communication skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Office. This is a full-time temporary position lasting 11 months with flexible working hours, including evenings and weekends.

Benefits

Supportive team environment

Training and development opportunities

Great organizational culture

Qualifications

• Previous experience in sales, hospitality, or event management is desirable.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills.
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Drive sales for function room bookings, ensuring revenue targets are met.
• Respond promptly to enquiries and convert leads into confirmed bookings.
• Coordinate all aspects of the booking process, from initial enquiry to event completion.

Skills

Sales skills

Customer service

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Negotiation skills

Tools

Microsoft Office

Booking systems

Job description

We are seeking a proactive and customer-focused Sales and Bookings Executive to join our team at the Barnsley Metrodome. This is a fantastic opportunity to manage and grow our function room bookings while delivering exceptional service to clients.

Responsibilities

• Drive sales for function room bookings, ensuring revenue targets are met.
• Respond promptly to enquiries and convert leads into confirmed bookings.
• Coordinate all aspects of the booking process, from initial enquiry to event completion.
• Build strong relationships with clients to encourage repeat business.
• Work closely with internal teams to ensure smooth event delivery.
• Maintain accurate records and reports on bookings and sales performance.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in sales, hospitality, or event management is desirable.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills.
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and booking systems.

Benefits

• You’ll work closely with a supportive team at the Metrodome.
• Opportunity to gain experience.
• We invest in our employees, we'll train and develop you to grow & develop.
• Work for a great organisation committed to helping people feel good.

Contract Details

• Temporary role for 11 months (maternity cover).
• Full-time position.
• The working pattern is flexible around the needs o the business. Typically hours around 9am-5pm.

You will be required to work evenings and weekends to attend customer appointments/support events/functions such as weddings, conferences.