Sales & Events Manager | $65K-$70K + Commission | Charlotte
| Verified Pay check_circle | Provided by the employer$65000 - $75000 per year |
|---|---|
| Hours | Full-time |
| Location | Charlotte, North Carolina |
About this job
Job Description
SALES & EVENTS MANAGER
Charlotte, NC
$65,000 - $70,000 Base Salary + Commission
Great Relationships Create Great Business.
We're seeking a Sales & Events Manager to drive private dining, corporate events, catering sales, venue buyouts, and special event business for a growing Charlotte-based hospitality group.
This is an opportunity for a relationship-builder, connector, and business developer who enjoys creating opportunities, building partnerships, and helping clients create memorable experiences.
If you're currently working in hotel sales, catering sales, private dining sales, event sales, country club sales, venue sales, or hospitality business development, this could be the career move you've been looking for.
Why Top Hospitality Sales Professionals Are Interested
• $65,000 - $70,000 Base Salary + Commissions
• Strong Earning Potential
• Established Hospitality Venues and Event Spaces
• Multiple Revenue Streams
• Private Dining Events
• Corporate Functions
• Catering Opportunities
• Special Events & Venue Buyouts
• Growing Organization with Long-Term Career Growth
• Leadership Team That Values Sales and Business Development
What You'll Be Selling
• Corporate Meetings & Events
• Private Dining Experiences
• Holiday Parties
• Rehearsal Dinners
• Networking Events
• Client Appreciation Events
• Social Celebrations
• Venue Buyouts
• Catering Services
• Community & Fundraising Events
What You'll Be Doing
• Developing new business opportunities throughout the Charlotte market
• Building relationships with local businesses, organizations, and community leaders
• Prospecting and generating event and catering revenue
• Managing event inquiries from first contact through execution
• Creating strategic partnerships that drive long-term business
• Collaborating with operations teams to ensure exceptional event execution
• Growing repeat business through outstanding client relationships
• Representing the company at networking and community events
• Driving overall event and catering revenue growth
What We're Looking For
• Experience in Event Sales, Catering Sales, Hotel Sales, Venue Sales, Private Dining Sales, Hospitality Sales, or Business Development
• Strong networking and relationship-building skills
• Proven ability to generate revenue and grow business
• Excellent communication and organizational abilities
• Self-motivated and results-oriented
• Professional presence and strong attention to detail
• Passion for hospitality and guest experience
Who Excels In This Role?
The people who succeed here are naturally outgoing, highly organized, and genuinely enjoy meeting new people. They understand that every conversation can become an opportunity and every successful event can lead to future business. They're proactive, entrepreneurial, and motivated by building something meaningful while being rewarded for the results they create.
Ready To Build Something Special?
If you're looking for a role where your relationships, creativity, networking ability, and drive directly impact your success and earning potential, we'd love to speak with you.
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