Sales & Events Manager

Roles & Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities

• Client Consultation : Discussing requirements with clients, understanding their vision, and defining the event's purpose and objectives.
• Event Planning & Conceptualisation : Developing event concepts, themes, and detailed plans including project timelines, activities, and required resources.
• Budget Management : Creating and managing event budgets, sourcing venues and suppliers, and negotiating contracts to secure the best rates.
• Vendor & Supplier Coordination : Identifying and liaising with external vendors (e.g., catering, entertainment, audio-visual) to ensure all services are coordinated.
• Timeline & Logistics Management : Developing detailed event timelines, managing event logistics plans, and coordinating transportation, registration, and other operational aspects.
• Execution & On-Site Management : Overseeing the smooth execution of events on the day, managing on-site issues, coordinating staff, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations.
• Post-Event Evaluation : Conducting post-event reviews to assess event success, gather feedback, and identify areas for improvement.Essential Skills
• Communication & Interpersonal Skills : Effectively conveying information and collaborating with clients, vendors, and internal teams.
• Organisational & Project Management Skills : Managing multiple tasks, deadlines, and moving parts to ensure projects are executed as planned.
• Budgeting & Negotiation Skills : Creating and adhering to budgets and negotiating favourable terms with suppliers.
• Problem-Solving & Adaptability : Quickly resolving issues and adapting to unexpected challenges or deviations in event plans.
• Leadership & Teamwork : Guiding event staff and collaborating with teams to achieve event goals.
• Time Management & Pressure Handling : Working effectively under pressure and managing time efficiently in a fast-paced environment.

Tell employers what skills you have

Negotiation

Budgets

Leadership

Audiovisual

Entertainment

Budget Management

Logistics Management

Event Management

Event Planning

Project Management

Transportation

Pressure

Time Management

Budgeting

Catering

Sourcing