Conference Events Sales Executive

Join us at Accor, where life pulses with passion!

Located in the world renown wine region of Barossa Valley, the Novotel Barossa Valley Resort is nestled amongst the vines of Jacob’s Creek and the Barossa Valley ranges it is easy to be immersed in the beautiful regional setting. The Resort offers 140 beautifully appointed guest rooms, a variety of food and beverage options and the largest conference and events space in regional South Australia

Whilst living and working in this picturesque region you can explore the many vineyards, Cellar Doors, take a hot air Balloon ride, take long bush walks, have a hit of golf or indulge in some relaxation at Endota Day Spa.

As a pioneer in the art of responsible hospitality, the Accor Group gathers more than 45 brands, 5,600 hotels, 10,000 restaurants, and lifestyle destinations in 110 countries. While each brand has its own personality, where you will be able to truly find yourself, they all share a common ambition: to keep innovating and challenging the status-quo.​

By joining us, you will become a Heartist®, because hospitality is, first and foremost, a work of heart.​

You will join a caring environment and a team where you can be all you are. You will be in a supportive place to grow, to fulfil yourself, to discover other professions and to pursue career opportunities, in your hotel or in other hospitality environments, in your country or anywhere in the world!​

You will enjoy exclusive benefits, specific to the sector and beyond, as well as strong recognition for your daily commitment.​

Everything you will do with us, regardless of your profession, will offer a deep sense of  meaning, to create lasting, memorable and impactful experiences for your customers,  for your colleagues and for the planet.

Hospitality is a work of heart,​
Join us and become a Heartist®.

We are looking for an experienced Conference Events Sales Executive to join our team at Novotel Barossa Valley Resort. This role is a full time position.  Under the guidance of the Director of Sales & Marketing, you will be responsible for the below.

• Respond proactively to sales opportunities to effectively manage leads.
• Handle incoming event leads professionally through all channels e.g. phone, email, website.
• Monitor competitors within region and provide recommendations on changes to current sell strategies.
• Provide detailed conference and events proposals covering venue, function, menu and accommodation costs ensuring revenue is maximised.
• Coordinate and host familiarisation and site inspection activity including follow-up.
• Drive sales to ensure conversion targets are achieved and monitor success on a monthly basis.
• Assist in coordinating sales forecasts and provide suggestions on strategies to achieve targets.
• Prepare and deliver event handover to Conference & Event Coordinators and ensure accuracy of information and effectively communicate handover to clients.
• Ensure success in delivering customer events in order to ensure client satisfaction and repeat business through clear communication during event handover.
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