Event Sales Coordinator (Paarl)

HR Management & Support Services (Pty) Ltd t/a The HR Department; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 450,000; Full time

Job summary

HR Management & Support Services (Pty) Ltd t/a The HR Department is seeking an enthusiastic and organized Event Sales Coordinator for their events management team based in Paarl, South Africa. The ideal candidate will have excellent communication skills and a strong commercial acumen, crucial for converting client leads into successful bookings.

You will respond to enquiries, prepare quotations, and manage event coordination while maintaining profitability and client relationships. Strong organizational skills and proficiency in Microsoft Excel and CRM systems will be advantageous.

Qualifications

• Friendly, professional, client-focused personality.
• Self-motivated, proactive, and target-driven.
• Ability to manage multiple events under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Respond to client enquiries and convert leads into bookings.
• Prepare accurate quotations and event proposals.
• Monitor sales targets and profitability of events.

Skills

Excellent communication and relationship-building skills

Strong commercial acumen

Strong numerical aptitude

Proficient in Microsoft Excel

Highly organized

Tools

CRM systems

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

Our client, a dynamic and growing events management company based in Paarl, has built a reputation for delivering exceptional events, outstanding service, and memorable experiences. Passionate about excellence, creativity, and attention to detail, they consistently strive to exceed client expectations and create unforgettable occasions. They are currently seeking an enthusiastic and organised Event Sales Coordinator to join their talented team.

Requirements

• Friendly, professional, and client-focused personality
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
• Strong commercial acumen with the ability to quickly understand and interpret client requirements
• Comfortable working with quotations, pricing structures, profit margins, and event budgets
• Strong numerical aptitude and analytical thinking skills
• Highly organised with exceptional attention to detail
• Self-motivated, proactive, and target-driven
• Ability to be effective under pressure and manage multiple events and deadlines simultaneously
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and CRM systems
• Experience in a similar sales, events, or coordination role will be advantageous
• Excellent planning, coordination, and administrative skills
• Ability to work independently while contributing positively to a team environment

Responsibilities

• Respond to client enquiries and convert leads into bookings
• Prepare accurate quotations and event proposals
• Follow up on quotations and maintain client relationships
• Manage event bookings and coordinate with operations teams
• Monitor sales targets and profitability of events
• Assist with budgeting and cost calculations
• Maintain accurate customer and sales records
• Identify new business opportunities and grow existing accounts