Wedding Sales Manager

Goodwin Recruiting; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Vision & Dental Insurance

Paid Time Off

Paid Sick Time

FMLA Benefits

Commuter Benefits

Employee Discounts

Job summary

Goodwin Recruiting is seeking a Wedding Sales Manager for a premier hospitality and events venue in Washington, DC. You will lead the full sales cycle from inquiries to post-booking follow-ups and drive monthly sales goals.

The role requires at least 5 years in wedding or social event sales, a relevant bachelor's degree, strong negotiation skills, and weekend/night availability. Proficiency in Google Suite; Tripleseat is a plus.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of wedding or social event sales experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in Hospitality Management, Communications, or related field.
• Proven ability to negotiate and close deals consistently.
• Flexible schedule with availability on weekends and nights.
• Proficient in Google Suite; knowledge of Tripleseat is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Meet monthly sales goals and accurately track projections.
• Update and maintain all sales collateral and website content in collaboration with the Marketing Team and Director of Sales.
• Network with local wedding industry professionals to build lasting relationships.
• Manage the full sales process, from initial inquiries to post-booking follow-ups.
• Conduct on-site walk-through appointments and engage with clients during wedding menu tastings.
• Attend weekly sales and events meetings to align on strategies and goals.

Skills

Wedding Sales

Negotiation

Client Relationships

Google Suite

Tripleseat

Education

Bachelor's degree in Hospitality Management or Communications

Tools

Google Suite

Tripleseat

Job description

Join a leading hospitality/events venue that creates unforgettable experiences for guests, from dream weddings to culinary adventures. This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate hospitality professional to make a significant impact in a warm and inclusive environment.

Wedding Sales Manager Benefits & Compensation

• Competitive base salary of $75,000–$85,000 plus commission.
• Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental insurance.
• Paid time off and paid sick time.
• Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) benefits.
• Commuter benefits and employee discounts.

Wedding Sales Manager Requirements & Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in wedding or social event sales.
• Bachelor’s degree in Hospitality Management, Communications, or a related field from an accredited university.
• Proven ability to negotiate and close deals consistently.
• Flexible schedule with availability on weekends and nights.
• Proficient in computer skills, including Google Suite (Docs & Spreadsheets); knowledge of Tripleseat is a plus.

Wedding Sales Manager Preferred Background & Skills

• Strong networking skills within the local wedding industry.
• Experience in managing client relationships and event inquiries.

Wedding Sales Manager Day-to-Day Responsibilities

• Meet monthly sales goals and accurately track projections.
• Update and maintain all sales collateral and website content in collaboration with the Marketing Team and Director of Sales.
• Network with local wedding industry professionals to build lasting relationships.
• Manage the full sales process, from initial inquiries to post-booking follow-ups.
• Conduct on-site walk-through appointments and engage with clients during wedding menu tastings.
• Attend weekly sales and events meetings to align on strategies and goals.