Now Hiring - WickedBall Chicago - Professional Services Sales and Events Manager in Lombard, IL

Full description of the position

Position: Sales and Events Manager

Company: WickedBall Chicago

Are you ready to take your career to the next level? WickedBall Chicago is seeking a dynamic and energetic Sales and Events Manager to join our team and help us continue to create the coolest indoor entertainment experiences, including Bubble Soccer, Archery Tag, Nerf Battles, Laser Tag, and Dodgeball!

As our Sales and Events Manager, you will play a crucial role in driving our company's revenue by increasing reservations and events, building relationships with clients, and implementing innovative marketing strategies. Your primary objectives will include:

Increase company revenue through reservations and events.
Examples of events would include - Birthday parties, Adult parties, Team building, Mitzvahs, schools and camps, private events, mobile events, marketing events.
Market and sell our unique entertainment packages for private and corporate events.
Launch promotional days to boost revenue.
Develop and implement sales strategies in alignment with our company's objectives.
Analyze sales data and provide reports to management to drive changes in our digital marketing plan.

Manage staff and events onsite at our facility and mobile events. You will be working with another Event's manager, and have the support of two assistant managers and GM.

Candidates must have sales experience to apply AND answer the screening questions. Unanswered screenings, will be ignored.
Experience with CRM systems is highly preferred( We use HubSpot)

We are looking for someone that has the gift of gab, loves talking to customers, and getting rewarded for their efforts! If your looking for a regular salary or hourly job, this is NOT for you. We want someone who we cut big checks to. ( This position has a base salary still, we just want someone that's motivated!)

This position offers some hybrid remote days! You will be able to work from home, but be expected to work at the facility as well when needed and manage the team/ party host when we have events. The first two weeks will be training at the facility and working weekends to start. The remote option is reserved for those hitting their sales goals. If you're kicking butt, stay home and keep kicking butt! If your looking to apply because it offers the remote option only, this may not be the fit for you.

Your essential job responsibilities will include:

Sales and Client Management: Promptly respond to sales inquiries, track leads, and meet or exceed sales goals.
Event Planning and Scheduling: Coordinate events, Manage and schedule staff, and provide oversight and direction to ensure every event is a success.
Marketing Initiatives: Maintain our brand's positive reputation, develop targeted email campaigns, Create social media post, and reach out to media outlets for brand awareness.
Operational Tasks: Manage financial stewardship, maintain account reports, and ensure all equipment is up to standards.
Teamwork and Collaboration: Foster a spirit of teamwork and unity among department members and create a workplace culture consistent with our organization's mission and values.

To be successful in this role, you will need:

Knowledge and experience in business, sales, marketing, Social media, and email marketing.
Excellent written and spoken communication skills.
Demonstrated ability to lead and develop a department and its staff members.
Proficiency in Microsoft Windows, Excel, and Adobe Suite products.
Availability to travel at least 25% of the time and work weekends and evenings as required.

You will need to be a hunter and cold call local park districts and schools for field trips or pep rally's. Network on LinkedIn and reach out to business and managers for events, team outings, etc. This is NOT just an inbound phone role.

In return, we offer a competitive starting salary of $35,000 per year, with the potential to earn even more through our uncapped commissions and quarterly bonuses. First year compensation is expected to earn a minimum of $55,000-$60,000. Average producer is expected to earn $78,000 per year, with no caps on earnings. Top producers can earn over 6 figures. After 90 days, based on performance, we may give an increase in salary and/or commissions! Show us what you can do first.

Benefits include - 401k, Health, dental, vision insurance, PTO, free snacks and employee
discounts!

You will also have the opportunity for growth and advancement within our company, as well as enjoy regular team outings and a fun, relaxed work atmosphere. If you are ready to take on this exciting opportunity and help us continue to create unforgettable entertainment experiences, we want to hear from you! Apply today and let's make some magic together!

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $35,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• Rotating weekends
• Weekends as needed

Application Question(s):

• This position is measured by its performance. Is that something your comfortable with?
• How would you bring new business to our company and what can you bring to the table compared to other candidates?
• Are you comfortable calling leads and talking on the phone? We are looking for a hunter mentality for sales.

Experience:

• Events management: 1 year (Preferred)
• sales: 1 year (Required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Lombard, IL 60148