Sales Manager, Meetings & Events (Hybrid, Columbus)

Experience Columbus; Columbus (OH); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Experience Columbus is seeking a Sales Manager to drive strategic growth for Columbus as a premier meetings and events destination. You will manage high-value relationships, develop proposals, and coordinate events to win business in and outside Columbus.

The role requires 4+ years in hospitality or event management, strong organization, and willingness to travel up to 25% with a hybrid work arrangement in Columbus.

Qualifications

• 4+ years in hospitality, tourism or event management.
• DMO or hotel experience is a plus.
• Excellent organizational skills with deadlines.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Self-motivated and able to prioritize multiple projects.
• Willing to conduct site visits and travel up to 25%.
• Experience with site inspections and client events.
• Active involvement in industry associations preferred.

Responsibilities

• Own accounts and leads requiring the specified peak room nights.
• Manage the full sales cycle from prospecting to follow-up.
• Qualify and convert mid-market opportunities.
• Develop strategies to reach established goals.
• Prepare proposals, bid materials and presentations.
• Coordinate client events and collaborate with Marketing.
• Maintain assigned accounts and seek new opportunities.
• Maintain CRM records and monitor performance.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Hospitality experience

Event management

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Self-motivation

Multitasking

Site visits

Industry events

Tools

Microsoft Office 365

Outlook

PowerPoint

Word

Job description

Experience Columbus is seeking a Sales Manager to drive strategic growth for Columbus as a premier meetings and events destination. You will manage high-value relationships, develop proposals, and coordinate events to win business in and outside Columbus.

The role requires 4+ years in hospitality or event management, strong organization, and willingness to travel up to 25% with a hybrid work arrangement in Columbus.