Oak View Group

Sales Manager | Full-Time | Iowa Events Center

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $50,000.00 - $60,000.00
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Work Schedule

Flexible
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) savings plan
401(k) matching
Paid Time Off
sick days

Job Description

Oak View Group (OVG) is a global leader in venue development, management, and premium hospitality services within the live event industry. Renowned for offering a comprehensive, 360-degree solution set, OVG manages a diverse portfolio of world-class venues, including arenas, convention centers, music festivals, performing arts centers, and cultural institutions. The company’s expertise extends across venue ownership and client services, making it a key player in delivering exceptional live event experiences worldwide. OVG is committed to innovation, quality, and inclusivity, cultivating environments that celebrate diverse communities and foster a culture of excellence. This commitment is reflected in their dedication to creating... Show More

Job Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in sales, marketing or related field
  • Minimum 3-5 years of business to business sales experience
  • Prefer experience in sports facility, convention center or multi-purpose public assembly facility
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously
  • Self-motivated and self-governed
  • Basic understanding of banquet and catering sales, public relations, advertising and special event planning and execution
  • Strong computer skills
  • Ability to work a flexible schedule including nights, weekends and select holidays

Job Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in sales, marketing or other related field
  • Minimum 3-5 years of increasingly responsible experience in business to business sales, preferentially with a sports facility, convention center, performing arts facility, or other multi-purpose public assembly facility
  • Prefer experience in conventions, banquets, entertainment, tradeshow/meetings with responsibility for scheduling, arranging, promoting meetings, lectures, exhibits, conventions, concerts or other related events
  • High school diploma or equivalent GED
  • Strong computer skills in Windows environment and MS Office applications
  • Ability to work a flexible schedule including nights, weekends and select holidays as required

Job Duties

  • Performs related work as assigned by the Assistant General Manager and GM
  • Meets specified goals and objectives for venue usage by promoting the convention center to all potential clients
  • Conducts venue tours
  • Answers questions and provides information regarding venue services, policies and procedures
  • Assists clients in finalizing booking arrangements
  • Acts as primary sales contact for all groups within assigned market(s)
  • Sets appointments and makes outside calls to potential clients
  • Makes solicitation calls, assists with promotions and direct mail activities
  • Researches, identifies and establishes the appropriateness of groups for the venue
  • Attends industry events and tradeshows as required
  • Prepares event contracts, sales folders, sales kits and correspondence to clients
  • Enters and maintains complete and accurate information into the booking system
  • Assists in developing and implementing sales and marketing activities
  • Prepares reports, correspondence, memoranda, agreements and forecast projections
  • Serves as a liaison with industry representatives, the general public and other convention center departments and divisions
  • Prepares and delivers verbal presentations to groups of various sizes
  • Communicates clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing
  • Analyzes competitors and target markets
  • Performs other duties as assigned

Job Qualifications

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

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