Sales & Events Coordinator — Premier Venue Growth

Sodexo; Great Hampden; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Assistance Programme

Mental health and wellbeing support

Discount scheme and rewards

Job summary

Sodexo is seeking a Sales and Events Coordinator for Barclays Hampden in Glasgow. The role focuses on building client relationships, driving revenue through event sales and coordinating end-to-end events from enquiry to delivery.

You will manage inbound enquiries, prepare proposals, conduct venue show rounds, and work with operations to ensure seamless execution while maintaining CRM records and pursuing new business opportunities. A proactive, detail-oriented approach is essential.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in event sales, venue sales, hospitality sales, event planning, or event coordination.
• Proven track record of achieving sales targets and delivering measurable results.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong relationship-building and account management capabilities.
• Experience managing multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously.
• Exceptional organisational and time management skills.
• Proactive in identifying opportunities and solving problems.
• Strong attention to detail and event planning expertise.
• Confident working independently and taking ownership of workload.
• Experience using CRM systems and Microsoft Office applications.
• Knowledge of the Glasgow events market would be advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Managing inbound event enquiries and progressing opportunities through the sales pipeline.
• Producing tailored event proposals and quotations that meet client requirements.
• Conducting professional and engaging venue show rounds.
• Coordinating events from confirmation through to completion.
• Building and developing long-term relationships with existing clients and key accounts.
• Identifying and pursuing new business opportunities to drive revenue growth.
• Maintaining accurate CRM records and ensuring full compliance with company procedures.
• Working closely with operational teams to ensure seamless event delivery.
• Managing event documentation, pre-payments, invoicing, and financial administration.
• Maximising event revenue through effective upselling and account development.
• Representing the venue at networking events, exhibitions, client entertainment activities, and sales initiatives.
• Monitoring market trends and competitor activity within the Glasgow events market.

Skills

Event sales

Venue sales

Hospitality sales

Event planning

Event coordination

Sales targets

Relationship building

CRM usage

Microsoft Office

Account management

Tools

CRM systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Sodexo is seeking a Sales and Events Coordinator for Barclays Hampden in Glasgow. The role focuses on building client relationships, driving revenue through event sales and coordinating end-to-end events from enquiry to delivery.

You will manage inbound enquiries, prepare proposals, conduct venue show rounds, and work with operations to ensure seamless execution while maintaining CRM records and pursuing new business opportunities. A proactive, detail-oriented approach is essential.