Sales and Membership Manager

Troon; Kankakee (IL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Sales and Membership Manager to elevate their membership and event sales initiatives. This exciting role involves developing strategic marketing plans, leading membership recruitment efforts, and enhancing community engagement. The ideal candidate will be energetic and relationship-focused, with a passion for hospitality and private club culture. Join a team that values exceptional service and offers a competitive salary along with a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance and paid time off. If you thrive in a vibrant, community-oriented environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Meals

Paid Time Off

Performance-Based Incentives

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of experience in membership and/or event sales.
• Proven ability to meet or exceed sales goals.
• Highly organized with excellent time management.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the entire membership sales process and generate leads.
• Develop marketing materials and represent the Club at events.
• Manage communications and coordinate member-hosted events.

Skills

Sales Management

Membership Recruitment

Event Coordination

Communication Skills

CRM Management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Business or Hospitality

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

CRM Platforms

Job description

Kankakee Country Club is seeking a dynamic Sales and Membership Manager to lead our membership and event sales initiatives. This position is responsible for developing and executing strategic marketing and sales plans that drive membership recruitment, event bookings, member retention, and community engagement. The ideal candidate is energetic, relationship-focused, and passionate about hospitality and private club culture.

Key Responsibilities:
• Oversee the entire membership sales process, including inquiries, tours, applications, and onboarding.
• Proactively generate leads through outreach, networking, local events, referrals, and follow-ups.
• Develop compelling promotional and marketing materials with input from the General Manager, Board of Directors, and team.
• Represent the Club at local business and civic events to increase visibility and attract new members and events.
• Conduct personalized club tours that highlight the amenities, services, and unique value of membership.
• Maintain and manage an organized CRM system with up-to-date prospect records.
• Coordinate and sell private and member-hosted events, including weddings, banquets, and outings.
• Collaborate with the Food & Beverage team to ensure seamless execution of events.
• Support Club events and outings by coordinating membership- and event-related logistics and materials.
• Manage internal and external communications, including social media content, email marketing, print collateral, and updates to the Club’s website.
• Contribute to the annual marketing, membership, and event sales budget planning process.

Qualifications:
• 1–3 years of experience in membership and/or event sales, hospitality, or related fields.
• Proven ability to meet or exceed membership and event sales goals.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Highly organized with excellent time management and attention to detail.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and CRM platforms.
• Energetic, outgoing personality with a passion for delivering exceptional service.
Compensation and Benefits:
• Competitive base salary with performance-based incentives.
• Benefits package including health insurance, meals, and paid time off.

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