Sales Manager

Inspire Solutions; Montgomery (AL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

401(k) with Company Contribution

Short-Term Disability

Long-Term Disability

Paid Time Off & Holidays

Job summary

INSPIRE is seeking an Audio Visual Sales Manager at the Montgomery Renaissance in Montgomery, AL. You will drive AV equipment and service sales, interface with clients, hotel staff, and the internal AV team to ensure event success.

Responsibilities include quotes, client meetings, on-site visits, and negotiations to secure AV business while maintaining high client satisfaction. Medical & retirement benefits support a stable, growth-oriented role.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated customer service, sales, and hospitality skills with strong client relationships.
• Familiarity with AV equipment, setup, and operations.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office; basic IT/device management.
• Excellent oral and written communication; strong organization and multitasking.

Responsibilities

• Sell AV equipment and services at the hotel, meeting revenue targets.
• Communicate with clients, hotel staff, and internal AV team to ensure events succeed.
• Generate quotes and pursue new AV business with prospective clients.
• Participate in on-site and off-site client visits and pre-/post-event meetings.
• Negotiate with clients to secure AV business and preferred services.
• Consult with AV staff on equipment selection and labor needs.
• Review final billing with clients and obtain approvals.
• Negotiate billing adjustments to ensure client satisfaction.
• Follow up with clients with thank-you notes and post-event evaluations.

Skills

Customer service

Sales

Hospitality

Communication

Organization

Flexibility

Initiative

Job description

Are you ready to explore opportunities with INSPIRE?

At INSPIRE, we know the value of exceptional people and our people are the primary reason for our success. We pride ourselves on providing our employees with an environment conducive to continued growth and career achievement.

Explore the open positions at INSPIRE below.

At INSPIRE, we know the value of exceptional people. We pride ourselves on providing our employees with growth and career-oriented succession planning. INSPIRE operates each day in a customer-focused, innovative, and team-based environment. Our people are the primary reason for our success.

We provide quality technology, qualified technicians, and a creative vision that enables our clients to effectively communicate at their conferences, meetings, and events-all while focusing on building trusting and lasting relationships through professional and personalized service.

We offer a competitive benefits package for full-time employees. Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage, Life Insurance, Short-term and Long-term Disability and Paid Time Off / Holiday, 401(k), along with additional voluntary benefits are available to all full-time employees at INSPIRE.

We are currently seeking an Audio Visual Sales Manager to work at the Montgomery Renaissance in Montgomery, AL
The Sales Manager will be responsible for the sales of Audio Visual equipment and services at a specific hotel or venue to capture the maximum amount of AV business and revenue. This position will also communicate directly with clients, the hotel, and the internal AV team to ensure meeting success.
As an Audio Visual Sales Manager, your day will consist of the following:

• Primary responsibility for sales at the property; generates quotes, corresponds with clients, and targets revenue goals
• Works directly with clients to determine their meeting needs and perspective, and match to AV services and products
• Works closely with hotel sales staff and others to contact upcoming clients and secure AV business
• Participates in on-site and off-site visits with prospective clients as well as pre- and post-event meetings
• Negotiates directly with clients to secure AV business and client vision
• Works closely with AV staff to consult on selection and acquisition of AV equipment and labor
• Reviews final billing directly with client and obtains approval of all AV charges
• Negotiates billing if necessary to ensure complete client satisfaction
• Follows up with all clients through thank-you letters and post-event service evaluations.

Requirements:

• Demonstrated customer service, sales, and hospitality skills. Proven experience building positive customer relationships and consistently focusing on increasing customer satisfaction.
• Familiarity with capabilities of audio-visual equipment, set-up, and general operations.
• Basic computer skills including Microsoft Office, networking, IT device management, PC and Mac operations.
• Exhibits excellent communication skills, both oral and written: is clear, concise, sincere, and persuasive.
• Demonstrates creativity and initiative in capturing AV business.
• Possesses excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks in a high-volume, sometimes stressful team environment.
• High degree of ownership and self-initiation skills as well as a positive professional demeanor.
• Flexibility to accommodate a changing work schedule (night, weekends, early mornings) as needed to meet clients.
• Ability to set an example for professional grooming and presentation standards as required by hotel partner/specific worksite

INSPIRE Solutions is proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package to support the health, well-being, and financial security of our team members. Eligible employees have access to:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with company contribution
• Short-Term Disability Coverage
• Long-Term Disability Coverage

Application Deadline

This position is open until filled. Applications are considered on an as-needed basis, and qualified candidates will be contacted as they are identified. Early submission is encouraged to ensure full consideration.

Our associates are the heart and strength of our business so we STRIVE to provide benefit options that protect their physical, mental, and financial wellbeing so they can THRIVE. We have best in class programs and partners. Our benefits program is divided into three sections:

Strive to Health highlights our health benefits, wellness, ways to get active, nutrition, self care, and challenges.

Strive to Wealth highlights our income protection, discount programs, company benefits, financial planning, and retirement (401k).

Strive to Wellbeing highlights our mental health focus, mindfulness, giving back to the community, resiliency, and assistance programs.

INSPIRE employee commitment

We are committed to making our programs easy to use and engaging. We offer quarterly challenges and the opportunity to win prizes and gift cards. All of our programs can be accessed with convenient apps. Our Strive2Thrive program utilizes social media as a way to further engage with our associates. We are constantly looking for ways to improve the lives of our associates, and are committed to the passion of wellness. In 2020, the Federal Government finalized the "Transparency in Coverage" Rule, which requires health insurers and group health plans to provide cost-sharing data to consumers. This data will provide price comparison tools that include negotiated payment rates and charges for items, services, and prescription drugs. UnitedHealth Care creates and publishes these files on behalf of Remington Hotels. To access this valuable information please click on: transparency-in-coverage.uhc.com

Health and Wellness Benefits

We understand that health and wellness are essential to enhancing the performance and engagement of our teams/people. That's why we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to meet the unique needs of each of our team members and their families.

Additional Full-Time Benefits

We provide a competitive benefits package for full-time employees. Health Care Coverage, Life Insurance, Disability and Paid Time Off / Holiday, 401(k), along with Additional Voluntary Benefits.

INSPIRE is an equal opportunity employer

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