Job Title : Sr. Private Event Sales Manager
Location : Coyote Hills Golf Course
Address : 1440 East Bastanchury Road, Fullerton, California 92835
ABOUT AMERICAN GOLF
American Golf is a trusted leader in golf hospitality, known for elevating the game and the communities around it. We bring deep expertise in golf operations and club culture, paired with a genuine commitment to creating welcoming, memorable experiences for every guest and member.
Our teams take pride in course care, exceptional service, and thoughtful environments that invite people to play, connect, and feel at home. We believe golf is more than a sport, it’s a place where relationships grow, traditions thrive, and everyone is part of the community.
Job Purpose
The Senior Private Event Sales Manager is responsible for creating relationships with members and guests to generate event sales. Event Sales Managers excel in customer service and are responsible for selling, planning and coordinating all aspects of Private Events.
Responsibilities
- Maximize private event revenues to meet and exceed monthly, quarterly, and annual sales goals and budgets
- Develop market segments and solicit new customer relationships while maintaining existing relationships
- Sell and market to external markets which may encompass corporate events / meetings / trainings, wedding receptions, rehearsal dinners, and personal milestone events; other may include holiday parties, celebrations of life, school athletic banquets, and fundraisers
- Act as an ambassador for the property, fostering relationships with individuals & corporations who book events to maintain repeatable and predictable business while prospecting for new events
- Heighten awareness externally within the community from the club to bridal shows, industry events, and other public events.
- Responsible for being a positive role model in both social media formats and public forums by being active and showing consistent participation in all public facing opportunities.
- Generate a definitive sales and marketing plan to achieve departmental revenue goals which meet and exceed sales goals and budgets
- Other duties may be assigned by management
Qualifications
Knowledge of how to use social media to drive sales is required : Including LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, Pinterest, etc.…Must have a positive, engaging, and team-oriented view on the workplace.Proficient in computer software including Microsoft Word, Excel and CRMSolid time management, organization and prioritization skills; ability to work with little or no direct supervisionExcellent customer service orientation and focus on customer satisfaction requiredStrong leadership and people skills, plus the ability to build and foster a team environment desiredValid driver’s license requiredEducation
College degree preferred or 3 years of related experience in sales preferably in golf / hospitality / service industry, or equivalent combination of education and experienceSkills
Self-motivationDetail OrientedFlexibilityVerbal and Written CommunicationBudget and ForecastingCustomer ServiceResolve ConflictTeamworkThoroughnessEfficiencyNegotiationWorking Conditions
Days and hours of work vary by schedule and business needs.Evening, weekend, and holiday work will be required.While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be required to stand for long periods of time, to walk, read, hear, talk, balance, climb, use hands, use fingers, reach, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, smell, taste, push or pull. The employee may be required to lift and carry objects weighing up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required for this position include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, color vision and the ability to adjust focus.Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.American Golf Corporation is committed to equal employment opportunities for all. We will not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on any legally recognized basis, (protected class), including but not limited to race, color, religion, genetic information, national origin, sex, pregnancy, childbirth, medical conditions, age, disability, citizenship status, uniform service member status, or any other protected class under federal, state, and / or local law.