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CONFERENCE SALES MANAGER

Compass Group

United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 23 Jun 2026

💰 $90,000/yr($88,000/yr – $90,000/yr)

About the role

Salary: $88000 - $90000 / year

Other Forms of Compensation: bonus

What makes FLIK click

What makes FLIK click? Our people. The decisions, actions and attitudes of our associates earn the trust and loyalty of our clients every day. We know how to pick them and we know how to grow them. It starts with hiring people who share our passion for food and hospitality. Once we find the right talent, we encourage, value and recognize their contributions.

We keep our people renewed, excited and engaged by providing hands-on training and educating them about the latest trends. We give them a stake in successfully raising the bar. Our people love what they do and they love sharing their passion. Join our team and see the FLIK difference. Where a job isn’t merely a job but the start of a career where you can flourish.

Job Summary

We are seeking a dynamic and results-driven Sales Manager to help open and grow our sales efforts at the Harvard Treehouse conference center. This role is responsible for driving revenue through proactive sales strategies, client relationship management, and collaboration with internal teams to ensure exceptional event experiences.

Key Responsibilities:

Client Relationship Management

Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, event planners, and key decision-makers.
Conduct site tours, presentations, and negotiations to secure bookings.
Ensure a seamless transition from sales to event execution by collaborating with operations and event planning teams.

Sales Strategy & Execution

Develop and implement sales plans to achieve revenue targets for meetings, conferences, and events.
Execute planning of events and conferences as needed
Identify and pursue new business opportunities across corporate, associations, government, and nonprofit sectors.
Maintain a robust pipeline of prospects and manage the full sales cycle from lead generation to contract close.

Market Intelligence & Reporting

Monitor market trends, competitor activity, and customer feedback to refine sales strategies.
Prepare regular sales reports, forecasts, and performance metrics for leadership.

Team Collaboration & Leadership

Work closely with marketing to develop promotional campaigns and materials.
Represent the conference center at trade shows, networking events, and industry functions.

Minimum Qualifications:

3–5 years of sales experience in hospitality, event venues, or conference centers.
Proven track record of meeting or exceeding sales targets.
Strong communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
Proficiency in CRM systems and Microsoft Office Suite.
Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends as needed.

Preferred Qualifications: