Sales Manager

Inspire Event Technologies LLC; Montgomery (AL); Remote; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Short-term Disability

Long-term Disability

Paid Time Off

401(k) Plan

Job summary

INSPIRE is seeking an Audio Visual Sales Manager to drive AV equipment and service sales at the Montgomery Renaissance in Montgomery, AL. You will work directly with clients, hotel staff, and our AV team to craft solutions that meet event goals and maximize AV revenue.

The role requires strong customer service, sales, and hospitality skills, plus knowledge of AV equipment and set-up. Ability to travel to client sites and work flexible hours is essential.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated customer service, sales, and hospitality skills.
• Familiarity with capabilities of audio-visual equipment, set-up, and general operations.
• Basic computer skills including Microsoft Office.
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written.
• Creativity and initiative in capturing AV business.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks.
• High ownership and professional demeanor.
• Flexible schedule including nights, weekends, early mornings.

Responsibilities

• Generate quotes and respond to clients to meet revenue goals.
• Match client meeting needs to AV services and products.
• Collaborate with hotel sales and AV teams to secure business.
• Participate in on-site and off-site client visits and meetings.
• Negotiate AV charges and ensure client satisfaction.
• Consult on AV equipment selection and labor with staff.
• Review final billing with clients and obtain approvals.
• Follow up with clients with thank-you letters and post-event feedback.

Skills

Customer service

Sales

Hospitality

AV equipment knowledge

Microsoft Office

Communication

Creativity

Organization

Ownership

Flexibility

Tools

AV equipment basics

Job description

Current job opportunities are posted here as they become available.

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, ALThe 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.