Strategic Event Sales Manager

SmartRecruiters, Inc.; Dublin; On-site; EUR 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Aramark Ireland seeks an experienced Event Sales Manager to support the Head of Sales and lead the reactive sales team at Guinness Storehouse. You will ensure expert event coordination, maximise revenue, and build lasting client relationships.

The role focuses on coordinating key events, managing the sales process, and reporting on performance to achieve commercial targets while representing Guinness Storehouse and ARAMARK Ireland professionally.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 4 years experience in Event management in Tourism / Hospitality
• Team management experience of at least 2 years
• Commercial awareness with ability to drive revenue and yield
• Strong knowledge of MICE markets and venues
• Excellent communication and customer service skills, proactive mindset
• Organisational skills with high attention to detail

Responsibilities

• Coordinate key events and liaise with all departments at Guinness Storehouse
• Ensure the sales team follow policies and maintain high standards
• Oversee processes and provide training as needed
• Manage diary and yield to maximise revenue and upsell opportunities
• Forecast, monitor conversion, prepare sales reports and attend meetings
• Develop and maintain client database with accuracy
• Oversee Diageo and VIP events and assist Head of Sales as required
• Deliver robust post-event feedback and reporting
• Support business development activities and proactive sales efforts
• Collaborate with Head of Sales to drive sales and customer retention
• Maintain relationships with stakeholders including Guinness Storehouse, Diageo, ARAMARK Ireland, tour operators and key clients
• Promote a professional image of Guinness Storehouse and ARAMARK Ireland

Skills

Team management

Commercial awareness

MICE knowledge

Customer service

Planning & organising

Communication

Education

Degree in Business / Hospitality

Job description

Aramark Ireland seeks an experienced Event Sales Manager to support the Head of Sales and lead the reactive sales team at Guinness Storehouse. You will ensure expert event coordination, maximise revenue, and build lasting client relationships.

The role focuses on coordinating key events, managing the sales process, and reporting on performance to achieve commercial targets while representing Guinness Storehouse and ARAMARK Ireland professionally.