Event Planner and Sales Manager Job at Gecko New York in New York

Overview

Event Planner & Sales Manager – New York, NY

We are looking for a highly organized and energetic Event Planner & Sales Manager to join our team at a premier New York City venue. The ideal candidate will be responsible for planning, coordinating, and executing events while driving sales and ensuring an exceptional experience for all clients. This position requires a blend of creative thinking, sales expertise, and excellent organizational skills to deliver seamless events and drive revenue growth.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full event planning process from initial inquiry to event execution, ensuring client expectations are met and exceeded.
• Work closely with clients to understand their event vision, needs, and objectives, and provide tailored recommendations for catering, decor, and event logistics.
• Coordinate all event details, including scheduling, staffing, room setup, catering, and AV needs, ensuring seamless execution.
• Develop and implement event proposals, contracts, and pricing for clients, ensuring profitability while maintaining the highest level of customer satisfaction.
• Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with clients, vendors, and internal teams, providing ongoing communication and support before, during, and after events.
• Manage event logistics and timelines, ensuring everything runs smoothly on the day of the event.
• Drive sales through proactive outreach, relationship-building, and identifying new business opportunities to grow event revenue.
• Collaborate with the marketing team to create promotional materials and campaigns to attract new clients and increase event bookings.
• Track and report on event sales performance, providing insights and recommendations for continued growth and success.
• Handle post-event follow-ups, gathering feedback and ensuring client satisfaction to encourage repeat business and referrals.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of event bookings, contracts, and client interactions in the CRM system.

Qualifications

Benefits

If you are a motivated and organized event planning professional with a passion for sales and delivering exceptional experiences, we invite you to apply for the Event Planner & Sales Manager position in New York, NY. Help us create unforgettable events while contributing to the growth of our business!

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