Convention Sales Coordinator

Discoverphl; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Convention Sales Coordinator to enhance the vibrancy of Philadelphia. This role involves supporting Sales Managers, managing schedules, and coordinating events that connect visitors with unforgettable experiences. The ideal candidate will possess strong organizational skills, an understanding of the hospitality industry, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment. Join a passionate team dedicated to promoting the city's offerings and making a real impact on its economic growth. If you're ready to contribute to a dynamic team and help shape the future of Philadelphia, this opportunity is for you.

Qualifications

• Preferred college degree in Hospitality or comparable skills.
• Minimum of 2 years previous administrative experience required.

Responsibilities

• Assist Sales Managers with leads, correspondence, and special projects.
• Manage schedules and prioritize customer requests as needed.
• Coordinate trade shows and industry events.

Skills

Organizational Skills

Detail Oriented

Written Communication

Verbal Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Multitasking

Computer Software Applications

Knowledge of Philadelphia

Education

College Degree in Hospitality

2 Years Administrative Experience

Tools

MS Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Outlook

Adobe

Simpleview CRM

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Corporate Office - Philadelphia, PA

Position Type: Full Time

Salary Range: Undisclosed

Job Category: Admin - Clerical

Description

Imagine building a career where your ambitions fuel not just your growth, but the vibrancy and economic impact of an entire city. At the Philadelphia Convention & Visitors Bureau, we champion collaboration and creativity with a passion for representing everything Philadelphia has to offer. If you're ready to make a real difference by connecting visitors to unforgettable events and experiences while shaping the future of our city, we invite you to explore this opportunity with us

We are currently searching for a Convention Sales Coordinator to join our team.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Sales Coordinator supports multiple National Account Managers/Directors and Sales Managers with creating sales documents and proposals, iDSS database entry and reporting, managing schedules, and handling and prioritizing customer requests as needed.

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist Sales Managers with entering and distributing leads, correspondence, site inspections (coordinate itineraries including handling all reservations, etc.) special projects and reports.
• Administrative duties include data entry, response to telephone and email inquiries.
• Attend Sales and Services meetings.

• Assist with trade shows, industry/client events, and FAMs, including: registration, online profile building, booth design coordination, shipping of supplies, managing RSVP lists, invoicing partners.
• Maintain supplies and booth components needed for tradeshows (pop-up displays, table covers, etc.).
• Handle all outgoing shipment by using UPS and USPS systems.
• Process invoices and check requests through Concur system.
• Proficient user of our CRM system, Simpleview.
• Receive and assign leads across the Sales Team from incoming sources (Cvent, website, phone).
• Backup for Executive Sales Coordinator and Other Sales Coordinators.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education/Experience:

College degree preferred in Hospitality, or comparable skills and experience; minimum of 2 years previous administrative experience required.

Required Skills:

• Knowledge of Philadelphia and the hospitality industry.
• Excellent organizational skills, detail oriented and ability to meet deadlines.
• Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to prioritize and handle multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
• Must have knowledge of computer software applications in word processing, spreadsheets, presentations, and other software programs and databases (MSWord, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Adobe, Simpleview).
• Ability to work in a group or independently.
• Excellent phone etiquette.

The PHLCVB is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We respect and seek individuals of a diverse background and do not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factor.