ASM Global, the leader in privately-managed public assembly facilities, has an excellent and immediate opening for a Sales Manager with ASM Knoxville at the Knoxville Convention Center (KCC) and World's Fair Exhibition Hall (WFEH).

The Sales Manager performs sales related functions in support of the basic Marketing Plan, by performing the following duties:

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Contacting current and potential clients via various avenues including direct sales and personal visitsSoliciting and contracting events using automated booking systemsSetting up and conducting site visitsResponding to inquiries and requestsAttending various trade shows and membership eventsPreparing contracts and other related administrative functionsMaintaining communication and effective relationships with booked and potential clients, internal clients and colleaguesAssisting clients and internal colleagues to insure effective delivery of expected goalsFollowing up on client requests, concerns and problemsMaintaining a positive image with clients, colleagues and industry partnersContinuing education on industry trendsAttending and participating in planning, organizational and staff meetingsAssisting with developing effective processes to enhance workflowPromoting and fulfilling our brand promise.Assisting the department and organization with various projects and special assignments as needed.Work closely and maintain positive relationships with CVB and hotel partners.Performing other assigned duties as required.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and/or Experience

Bachelor’s degree from four-year college or university in hospitality, business or related fieldA minimum of two (2) years previous sales experience working in a hospitality related environment, preferably in a hotel or convention center environment is preferred.

Skills and Abilities

Must have attention to detail.Advanced oral and written communication skills.Must have strong customer service skills.Must be able to adapt to changes in the work environment, managing competing demands, frequent changes, delays or unexpected events.Excellent organizational, planning, communication and inter-personal skills.Must have exceptional communication skills with a high emphasis on customer relations and keen attention to detail required.Results oriented individual with the ability to lead.Must have professional attitude, appearance, and personality.Excellent math skills to ensure an accurate floor plansDemonstrate problem-solving and communication skillsAbility to work under limited supervision and to be able to interact with all levels of staff. Must be able to pass and maintain PCI complianceMust be able to pass criminal background check

Computer Skills

Must have considerable skill in the use of personal computers and be knowledgeable in MS Word, Excel, and OutlookKnowledge of VenueOps software preferred.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to move around the facility, to stand for long hours during events, and talk and hear. This position may require work inside or outside of the building, as needed by events.

Must be able to work extended and/or irregular hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays as needed

This position may require work inside or outside of the building, as needed by events.

Note

The essential responsibilities of this position are described under the headings above. They may be subject to change at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons. Also, this document in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position.

To Apply

https://asmglobal.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/careers/job/Knoxville-TN/Sales-Manager-E-_R100113488

Recruiter: Kristy Todd

ASM Knoxville

701 Henley Street

Knoxville, TN 37902

Applicants that need reasonable accommodations to complete the application process may contact 865-522-5669.

ASM Global is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, and encourages Women, Minorities, Individuals with Disabilities, and protected Veterans to apply. VEVRAA Federal Contractor.