Job Description:

Universal Eventspace is currently looking for a highly motivated individual to help grow our business. This individual will help promote and sell our fantastic Meeting and Event Venue located in Vaughan.

Main Duties and Responsibilities:

• Meet with potential clients and take them on a tour of the venue
• Create clear and effective written proposals and contracts for current and prospective clients
• Following up with prospective clients and advising on a wide range of customizable menus to meet their requirements and budget.
• Following up with menu adjustments if applicable
• Following up on tentative contracts
• Following up on all sales leads
• Confirming contracts in a timely manor
• Upselling on our other companies and brands (Engine 8 Media for print and digital media, Baskets for gifts etc.)
• Preparation of the event invoice
• Achieving the established sales targets
• Replying promptly to phone calls and e-mails
• Sending information letters to clients of upcoming promotions and events
• Coming up with new and creative menu ideas
• Finding ways to increase sales
• Monitoring Website
• WHEN NEED IT: Help the logistics team detailing some events as need it during shortage of labor force, high peak season, etc.
• There could be additional tasks added to this job description as the company sees needed that are not outlined but are inclusive of productivity justification.

Qualifications and expectations:

• The successful candidate must have Post-Secondary Education in Sales/Marketing, Business Communication/Administration or Hospitality and 1 – 3 years' Experience in a sales position.
• This is a full-time salaried position and expectation is no less than 44 hours per week. Evenings and weekend availability is required.
• Ability to tailor the sales strategy to the type of clientele
• Results-oriented
• Ability to follow price lists to ensure menus and budgets operate with a profit
• Ability to problem-solve and provide recommendations for alternate menu, décor, room or venue possibilities to fit the client's needs.
• Excellent and proficient oral and written English communication skills
• Demonstrated customer focus with strong interpersonal skills
• Creative and trend-setting
• Must possess computer skills including Microsoft Office, Excel, Word and be quick to learn on catering and floor plan programs such as Microsoft Visio