Hospitality & Events Sales Manager

Job DescriptionLocation: Molineux, WV1 4QR Department: Food & Beverage (F&B) Internal Job Title: B2B Sales ManagerHours: Full time, 37.5 hours per week, (Monday – Friday plus matchdays)Contract Type: PermanentSalary: CompetitiveBenefits: Include Life Assurance 4 x Death in Service up to 70th birthday, Club Sponsor Discounts, Access to confidential Employee Assistance Programme and Electric Car / Cycle to Work SchemesAbout their companyThey are progressive, determined, bright, unified and humble. A pack that is hungry for success. Our client is one of the fastest growing professional football clubs in the UK and also boasts one of the richest histories in the beautiful game.Formed in 1877, our client was a founder member of the Football League and was one of the country’s most successful sides in the fifties and sixties. For two decades the Black Country’s most decorated side won three First Division titles and one of its four FA Cups.Fast forward 70 years and they are back amongst football’s elite, in the Premier League for an eighth successive season; but now they compete as a sports and entertainment business across multiple brand verticals. As a challenger club, they dare to be different, which is why creating world-class propositions in esports, fashion and music are all part of their ambitious plans. They don’t simply look to the future, they seize it.About the B2B Sales Manager position. As the B2B Sales Manager your role will be to manage the B2B sales process across the various hospitality products, ensuring that departmental objectives and KPIs are met. Account management of key hospitality customers ensuring an excellent experience. Managing a sales team effectively.The iconic Stadium provides a premium setting for a wide range of corporate events. From board meetings, conferences, and strategy sessions to inclusive networking opportunities, product launches, and brand showcases, you’ll be responsible for selling tailored packages that meet diverse business needs. Their spaces also host training and development workshops, awards ceremonies, gala dinners, exhibitions, and team-building experiences, alongside matchday hospitality and VIP entertainment.With the facilities to host exhibitions of up to 500 guests and excellent transport links from Wolverhampton and beyond, Stadium is the ideal place to launch products, deliver powerful presentations, or network with new connections.With panoramic views across the pitch, state-of-the-art facilities, and customisable layouts, the event spaces can offer everything needed to make an impression.EssentialHeld a sales role with a proven track record with knowledge of current trends and future direction of the hospitality sectorExperience of managing and developing a teamKnowledge and understanding of the product on sale, with particular focus on the tiering of product and profit margins achievableUnderstanding of CRM to inform decision making and optimise salesFlexibility in working hoursDesirableComprehensive knowledge of B2B sales processesUnderstanding of hospitality / F&B as it relates to sportOur client is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults at risk. They expect all colleagues and volunteers to share this commitment. This means that the post-holder is required to apply all relevant policies and uphold their commitment to safeguarding children, young people and adults at riskYou may also have experience in the following: B2B Sales Manager, Hospitality Sales Manager, Corporate Sales Manager, Commercial Sales Manager, Business Development Manager (B2B), Corporate Hospitality Manager, B2B Sales, Account Management, Client Relationship Management, Sales Strategy, Lead Generation, Sales Leadership, Team Management, Sales Executive, Sale Manager, etc.REF-225 357