Hybrid Event Sales Leader — Commission

Placements24; Upington; Hybrid; ZAR 420,000 - 720,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Provident fund

Hybrid work arrangement

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an ambitious Event Sales Manager for its Upington, Northern Cape venue. The role blends on-site client meetings and venue tours with remote administration, proposals, and follow-ups to fill the calendar and drive growth.

The ideal candidate will have a sales background in hospitality/events, excellent communication and negotiation skills, and a proven track record of meeting targets.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in sales, preferably hospitality/events.
• Excellent communication, negotiation and interpersonal skills.
• Strong understanding of sales principles and CRM usage.
• Ability to balance remote tasks with on-site client meetings.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute strategic sales plans to achieve event booking targets.
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities through lead generation and outreach.
• Build relationships with corporate clients, event planners, and individuals.
• Present event packages and proposals tailored to client needs.

Skills

Excellent communication

Negotiation

CRM software

Microsoft Office

Sales target achievement

Tools

CRM software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an ambitious Event Sales Manager for its Upington, Northern Cape venue. The role blends on-site client meetings and venue tours with remote administration, proposals, and follow-ups to fill the calendar and drive growth.

The ideal candidate will have a sales background in hospitality/events, excellent communication and negotiation skills, and a proven track record of meeting targets.