Growth-Focused Events Manager

16 on Center; New York (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Olly Olly Market in New York is seeking an energetic Event Manager to identify, attract, and secure event and catering bookings that drive revenue and meet sales targets. You will collaborate with the events and venue teams, develop marketing strategies, nurture client relationships, and guide inquiries through to successful execution, embodying 16 On Center's hospit-totally spirit.

This role requires multitasking, strategic thinking, and a proven track record in sales or event planning, with

Qualifications

• 4-6 years of experience in sales, business development, or event planning.
• Bachelor's degree in business, marketing, hospitality, or related field preferred.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong knowledge of event industry trends, pricing strategies, and best practices.
• Proficiency with Tripleseat, Creative Suite, Canva, Microsoft Office, and Social Tables.

Responsibilities

• Identify and qualify potential leads to build a robust sales pipeline.
• Develop and implement sales strategies to meet and exceed targets.
• Negotiate pricing, contracts and packages to secure event booking.
• Track and report on progress toward revenue goals, upsells, and repeat business.
• Create and execute marketing strategies and promotional materials.
• Present and implement annual marketing plans to grow top-line revenue.
• Leverage digital marketing, social media, and advertising to raise awareness and generate leads.
• Represent the portfolio of venues at industry events, trade shows, and networking opportunities.
• Build and maintain long-term client relationships, serving as a trusted partner throughout the planning process.
• Deliver excellent customer service and proactive communication from inquiry to post-event follow-up.
• Work cross-functionally with culinary, beverage, operations, and marketing teams to ensure seamless event delivery.
• Lead client site visits and serve as primary point of contact for on-site needs during event execution and for catering orders.
• Collaborate with internal teams to align logistics, staffing, and client expectations.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as dictated by event schedule.
• Prepare event budgets and design proposal for clients.
• Monitor costs, margins, and profitability to achieve financial goals.
• Stay current with industry trends, competitors and emerging marketing opportunities.
• Generate regular reports on sales performance, revenue collected and client feedback.
• Present data-driven recommendations to Leadership.

Skills

Sales

Negotiation

Client relationship management

Communication

Project management

Market research

Education

Bachelor's degree in business, marketing, hospitality, or related field

Tools

Tripleseat

Creative Suite

Canva

Microsoft Office

Social Tables

Job description

Olly Olly Market in New York is seeking an energetic Event Manager to identify, attract, and secure event and catering bookings that drive revenue and meet sales targets. You will collaborate with the events and venue teams, develop marketing strategies, nurture client relationships, and guide inquiries through to successful execution, embodying 16 On Center's hospit-totally spirit.

This role requires multitasking, strategic thinking, and a proven track record in sales or event planning, with