Conference & Events Sales Manager

The RoleWe are looking for a passionate and determined Conference and Events Sales Manager to join our dedicated, fun and dynamic Sales & Marketing team at Novotel Sydney International Airport! In this role you will report to the Director of Sales & Marketing and be responsible for:Responding to client enquiries and contacting clients to determine their meeting and event needsProvide quotations for conference and events proposals covering venue, function, menu and accommodation costs ensuring revenue is maximisedDrive sales strategy to ensure conversion targets are achieved and monitor success on a weekly basis, including understanding of the business to manage forecastingAll aspects of event coordination including but not limited to being the point of liaison for the client for all their event needs, creating event orders, invoicing, and to ensure the event details are effectively communicated to the client and internal DepartmentsProactively source new business (telemarketing/sales calls)Manage, train, mentor and develop the conference & events coordinator  Liaise with the operations team to ensure high quality, impeccable service and experience is provided