Sales Coordinator – Conferencing & Events | 4-Star Hotel – Johannesburg South
South Africa Gauteng Johannesburg
ZAR 24999 - 25000 Monthly
Sales Coordinator – Conferencing & Events | 4-Star Hotel – Johannesburg South
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Sales Coordinator – Conferencing & Events | 4-Star Hotel – Johannesburg South
A well-established 4-star hotel in Johannesburg South is seeking an experienced and results-driven Sales Coordinator to join its Conferencing and Events team.
The successful candidate will be responsible for generating new business, managing client relationships, securing private and corporate event bookings, and coordinating with internal departments to ensure the seamless execution of every event.
This role is ideal for a proactive sales professional with strong hotel conferencing and events experience, excellent organisational skills and a passion for delivering exceptional client service.
Salary: R25 000 per month
Description
- Generate new business through cold calling, networking and existing contacts.
- Build and maintain relationships with corporate clients, event planners, suppliers and PCOs.
- Conduct venue tours and client presentations.
- Prepare quotations, proposals, contracts and event documentation.
- Follow up on enquiries and convert leads into confirmed bookings.
- Maximise revenue through upselling and effective pricing.
- Coordinate event requirements with Banqueting, Kitchen, Housekeeping and audiovisual teams.
- Manage venue setups, menu selections, tastings, décor and rooming lists.
- Maintain accurate booking information using CRM and hotel systems.
- Prepare sales reports and monitor market and competitor activity.
- Resolve client concerns professionally and efficiently.
Minimum Requirements
- Previous sales coordination experience within a hotel, conferencing, banqueting or events environment.
- Proven ability to generate leads and secure bookings.
- Strong client relationship, negotiation and upselling skills.
- Excellent communication, administration and organisational abilities.
- Experience using CRM or event-booking systems.
- Knowledge of Event Temple and Mews would be advantageous.
- Professional, proactive and highly attentive to detail.
- Willing to work shifts, weekends, public holidays and overtime when required.