Executive Meetings Sales Manager

Washington State Convention Center; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid leave

Vacation 12 days

Paid holidays

Health insurance

Job summary

Washington State Convention Center in Seattle seeks an Executive Meetings Sales Manager to develop, solicit, sell, negotiate, and contract meetings and events in local business markets. You will work closely with the Executive Meeting Manager to maximize Arch and Summit utilization through proactive prospecting and relationship management.

You will lead site inspections and client presentations, build strong client relationships, and coordinate with Event Services, Operations, and Catering to

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Sales, Marketing, Hospitality, Business, or related field.
• Three (3) years of sales experience in hospitality, convention centers, hotels, destination marketing organizations, or related industries.
• Strong negotiation and relationship management skills.
• Experience with CRM or venue management systems preferred.
• Ability to conduct professional presentations and site inspections.

Responsibilities

• Prospect, qualify, and secure new and repeat small market business, including local corporations, association chapters, healthcare organizations, educational institutions, nonprofit organizations, social and community groups.
• Execute the complete sales process from lead qualification through contract execution.
• Maintain an active pipeline for short-term and long-term opportunities.
• Develop targeted sales strategies to maximize building utilization during need periods.
• Conduct site inspections and client presentations that showcase the value of Arch, Summit, and the combined campus.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with existing clients, community stakeholders, and industry partners.

Skills

Negotiation

Relationship management

Presentation skills

CRM experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in Sales, Marketing, Hospitality, Business, or related field

Tools

Momentus

CRM systems

Job description

• Location 705 PIKE STREET,Seattle, WA, 98101-2310,United States
• Base Pay $80,168.40 - $100,395.00 / Year
• Employee Type Exempt - FT
• Required Degree 4 Year Degree

• Email [e-mail]

About SCC

Most people are familiar with the Seattle Convention Center (SCC) because we host a large variety of meetings, events, and conventions. That is the primary role we play – the Center provides a venue in which people gather from around the region, the nation and the world to share ideas, celebrate and learn.

But our role goes well beyond that. The Center has a longstanding commitment to positively impact the lives of those in our region and beyond, advancing the common good. The legacy of our civic actions for the community holds as true today as it began over three decades ago.

Employees are the heartbeat of this extraordinary service culture and contribute to our collective success in the vibrant core of downtown Seattle.

Position Summary

Reporting to the VP of Commercial Strategy & Sales, the Executive Meetings Sales Manager

is responsible for developing, soliciting, selling, negotiating, and contracting meetings and events within local business market segments for the Seattle Convention Center. Working in close partnership with the Executive Meeting Manager, this role focuses on securing programs with defined planning and operational requirements, to maximize the utilization of Arch and Summit through proactive prospecting, relationship management, repeat business development, and short-term demand generation. The position requires a strong understanding of SCC space inventory, customer needs, and the ability to create compelling solutions that drive revenue, and community impact.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Sales & Business Development

• Prospect, qualify, and secure new and repeat small market business, including:
  • Local corporations
  • Association chapters
  • Healthcare organizations
  • Educational institutions
  • Nonprofit organizations
  • Social and community groups
• Execute the complete sales process from lead qualification through contract execution.
• Maintain an active pipeline for short-term and long-term opportunities.
• Develop targeted sales strategies to maximize building utilization during need periods.
• Conduct site inspections and client presentations that showcase the value of Arch, Summit, and the combined campus.

Customer Relationship Management

• Build and maintain strong relationships with existing clients, community stakeholders, and industry partners.
• Develop rebooking strategies to increase customer retention.
• Serve as the primary sales contact throughout the booking process.
• Deliver a high level of responsiveness and customer service that reinforces SCC's reputation as easy to do business with to earn repeat business.

Proposal and Contract Management

• Develop accurate proposals and space recommendations based on client objectives.
• Negotiate contracts in accordance with SCC policies and booking guidelines.
• Ensure all agreements maximize revenue while supporting long‑term customer relationships.
• Maintain complete and accurate records within Momentus.

Revenue Optimization

• Evaluate opportunities based on:
  • Strategic value
  • Date flexibility
• Support short-term demand initiatives and tactical sales campaigns.
• Collaborate with Visit Seattle to identify opportunities for conversion and growth.
• Partner with Event Services, Operations, AV, Electrical, Catering, and other service providers to facilitate successful customer transitions.
• Participate in community and industry organizations to strengthen SCC's presence and generate new business leads.
• Support campus-wide initiatives that enhance customer experience and destination reputation.

Reporting & Performance

• Maintain accurate forecasting and pipeline reporting.
• Participate in budget planning, sales strategies, and performance reviews.
• Monitor market trends and make recommendations to improve competitiveness and business mix.

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to see, talk, hear, sit, stand, walk and reach with hands and arms. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Sales, Marketing, Hospitality, Business, or related field.
• Three (3) years of sales experience in hospitality, convention centers, hotels, destination marketing organizations, or related industries.
• Strong negotiation and relationship management skills.
• Experience with CRM or venue management systems preferred.
• Ability to conduct professional presentations and site inspections.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience selling convention centers, hotel, venue, or destination business.
• Experience using Momentus or a comparable CRM or venue management platform.
• Established relationships within Seattle-area corporate, association, government, nonprofit, or community markets.
• Demonstrated success developing new business, retaining accounts, and converting short-term opportunities.

*Equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Benefits Highlights

• Paid Leave benefits
• Vacation (12 days in first year)
• Paid holidays (11 set by SCC, 2 personal)
• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• Life insurance
• 457(b) retirement savings plan
• Subsidized transportation and parking benefits

Disability Accommodations and Equal Employment Opportunity

If accommodations are required either to complete the application process and/or attend an interview, please contact the Human Resources Department at 206-694-5038.

Seattle Convention Center is committed to the policy of equal employment opportunity and nondiscrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, national origin, sex, marital status, sexual preference, orientation, gender identity, genetic information, pregnancy, age, religion, veteran status, military status, disability, or any other status protected by law.

Notes on the Application Process

• This position will remain open until filled. Review of applications will begin immediately.
• Only applications submitted directly to Seattle Convention Center’s jobs page will be considered; applications submitted via external websites / apps will not be received.
• A current resumé may be submitted in lieu of filling out the attached Application for Employment only if it includes accurate dates – including month and year – of both previous employment and any relevant experience/education history.
• In the event your application is selected for an interview, a hiring representative will reach out via your provided phone or email contact information. The final hiring process will involve employment reference checks and a criminal background check.