Sales and Events Executive

Scotsman Hospitality; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

TRONC tips

Wagestream

Food & cinema discounts

Hotel discounts

Perks portal

Staff meals

Flexible working

Scotsman Steps training

Job summary

The Scotsman Group, Scotland’s largest hospitality group, is seeking an experienced Sales & Events Executive to join our Glasgow venue. You will lead and manage all sales and events for the venue, developing new business opportunities and promoting multiple aspects of the venue.

You will build strong relationships with the General Manager, conduct show rounds for potential clients, and work to meet targets while maintaining high standards.

Qualifications

• Must be an enthusiastic, dedicated and hardworking individual.
• Have proactive selling experience within the hospitality sector.
• Have strong IT and administrative skills.
• Have entrepreneurial flair and a talent for seeing a sales opportunity where others cannot.
• Have experience in running and managing a broad portfolio of events.
• Have a methodical and meticulous approach to their work.
• Be a great communicator with a passion for what they do.
• Be confident in people management with experience of leading a team.
• Have a proven track record in a Sales & Marketing role.
• Experience working within a food & beverage environment is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Leading and Managing all sales and events for the venue while creating a culture of sales across the venues
• Developing new business opportunities
• Promoting multiple aspects of the venue
• Creating Sales Packages to maximise revenue
• Conducting research to identify new markets
• Building & maintaining strong relationships with the General Manager to improve productivity, effectiveness, and the customer experience
• Holding meetings and conducting show rounds of the venues with potential clients
• Working to meet targets while maintaining high standards and driving high levels of productivity
• To assist the wider sales team in converting provisional bookings
• Represent and promote the venue at networking events
• Manage accounts for new and existing clients
• Manage the social media strategy

Job description

Who we are?

The Scotsman Group is Scotland’s largest and most diverse hospitality group, with a collection of over 40 venues across Scotland including bars, restaurants, hotels and more.

Who we are?

The Scotsman Group is Scotland’s largest and most diverse hospitality group, with a collection of over 40 venues across Scotland including bars, restaurants, hotels and more.

We are looking for an experienced and talented Sales & Events Executive to join our fantastic venue

What is in it for you?

As part of Scotsman Hospitality, you will have access to the following benefits that include:

• TRONC electronic tips – Our staff keep 100% of tips earned in venues.
• Wagestream – Stream up to 40% pay as it is earned and set automatic savings to support your financial wellbeing.
• 30% off of food and cinema tickets in all of our venues across Scotland.
• Hotel and Apartment discounts.
• Access to Scotsman Perks Benefits Portal.
• Staff meals on duty.
• Flexible working opportunities.
• Career development through our Scotsman Steps training programme.

Responsibilities To Include

• Leading and Managing all sales and events for the venue while creating a culture of sales across the venues
• Developing new business opportunities
• Promoting multiple aspects of the venue
• Creating Sales Packages to maximise revenue
• Conducting research to identify new markets
• Building & maintaining strong relationships with the General Manager to improve productivity, effectiveness, and the customer experience
• Holding meetings and conducting show rounds of the venues with potential clients
• Working to meet targets while maintaining high standards and driving high levels of productivity
• To assist the wider sales team in converting provisional bookings
• Represent and promote the venue at networking events
• Manage accounts for new and existing clients
• Manage the social media strategy

The Person

• Must be an enthusiastic, dedicated and hardworking individual
• Have proactive selling experience within the hospitality sector
• Have strong IT and administrative skills
• Have entrepreneurial flair and a talent for seeing a sales opportunity where others cannot
• Have experience in running and managing a broad portfolio of events
• Have a methodical and meticulous approach to their work
• Be a great communicator with a passion for what they do
• Be confident in people management with experience of leading a team
• Have a proven track record in a Sales & Marketing role
• Experience working within a food & beverage environment is desirable.