Oak View Group · 6 hours ago
Sales Manager | Full-Time | Navy Pier Events Facility
Chicago, IL
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$65K/yr - $85K/yr
3+ years expOak View Group is the global leader in venue development and management for the live event industry. The Sales Manager is responsible for all corporate and convention center sales, managing advertising, sponsorships, and special events to achieve budget goals and generate revenue for the Navy Pier facility.
Sports
Responsibilities
Responsible for the prospecting, selling, cultivating and maintaining of corporate partnerships and convention sales
Coordinate all aspects of sales solicitation process including account lists, tracking, calls, assist with promotions and direct mail activities
Responsible for creation/implementation of new ideas/opportunities that drive revenue to Navy Pier
Primary sales contact for all groups within assigned market(s)
Prepare event contracts, sales folders, sales kits and correspondence to clients
Responsible for achieving established sales goals and objectives for venue usage by promoting the convention center to all potential clients; conducts venue tours, answers question and provides information regarding venue services, policies and procedures; and assists clients in finalizing booking arrangements
Enter and maintain complete and accurate information into the booking system
Help in creation and development of sales presentation materials
Completing and updating reporting and tracking systems
Performs related work as assigned by Director of Sales and GM
Attend industry events and trades shows as may be required
Other duties as appropriate for a sales manager
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree or the equivalent training and experience
Minimum of 3-5 years of sales experience, preferably with a sports facility, convention center, performing arts facility or other multi-purpose public assembly facility in sales management
Experience in contract negotiation, development and execution
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Highly detail oriented, able to multi-task, and work in a fast-paced environment
Strong interpersonal skills with proven ability to build and cultivate relationships
Computer savvy and skilled in MS Office and the Adobe Creative Cloud (Outlook, Word, Excel, Photoshop) and ability to learn required business systems
Ability to work independently to perform job, as well as in a team environment
Ability to think critically, analyze information, and find mistakes
Ability to prioritize workload and meet strict deadlines
Must be a self-starter and have ability to work under minimal supervision
Ability to work a flexible schedule including nights, weekends, and holidays
Has a strong track record of building relationships and generating new business
Benefits
Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
401(k) Savings Plan
401(k) matching
Paid Time Off (vacation days, sick days, and 11 holidays)
Company
Oak View Group
We are here to be a POSITIVE DISRUPTION to business as usual in the sports and live entertainment, and hospitality industries.
5001-10000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
Oak View Group has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not
guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your
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Trends of Total Sponsorships
2024 (1)
2022 (1)
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$100MKey Investors
Silver Lake
2018-03-12Private Equity· $100M
Leadership Team
Chris Granger
Chief Executive Officer
Erin Prober
VP, Global Partnerships
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