Director of Event Sales (m/f/d) - Based in Europe

Social network you want to login/join with: Director of Event Sales (m/f/d) – Based in Europe Job Description: Sales Strategy Development: Develop and implement a robust sales strategy to achieve revenue targets and maximize event profitability. Team Leadership: Lead, mentor, and motivate the event sales team to achieve individual and team sales goals. Client Relationship Management: Build and maintain strong relationships with key clients, sponsors, and partners to ensure long-term collaboration and satisfaction. Market Analysis: Conduct market research to identify new business opportunities, industry trends, and competitive landscape. Sales Campaigns: Design and execute effective sales campaigns, including outreach, presentations, and negotiations. Revenue Growth: Drive revenue growth through sponsorship sales, exhibitor sales, and ticket sales for tech events. Collaboration: Work closely with the marketing, operations, and content teams to ensure seamless event execution and exceptional attendee experience. Reporting: Provide regular sales reports, forecasts, and performance analysis to senior management. Experience: Minimum of 7 years of experience in event sales, with a focus on tech events preferred. Leadership: Proven leadership experience with the ability to grow, inspire and lead a high-performing sales team. Sales Acumen: Strong sales and negotiation skills with a track record of meeting or exceeding sales targets. Industry Knowledge: In-depth knowledge of the tech industry and its key players. Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Relationship Building: Ability to build and maintain strong relationships with clients, sponsors, and partners. Adaptability: Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. Managerial role: Managerial role in event sales industry. International Environment: Experience in an international work environment & willingness to travel. #J-18808-Ljbffr