Oak View Group is the global leader in venue development, management, and premium hospitality services for the live event industry. Offering an unmatched, 360-degree solution set for a collection of world-class owned venues and a client roster that includes the most influential, highest attended arenas, convention centers, music festivals, performing arts centers, and cultural institutions on the planet.

The Event Sales Manager is responsible for selling all aspects of events held within the Club, including suites, corporate events, social functions, weddings, and other market segments. The ideal candidate will develop and execute sales strategies to achieve revenue targets.  

This role will pay a salary of $40,000 to $50,000 and is commission eligible.

For FT roles: Benefits: Health, Dental and Vision Insurance; 401(k) savings plan, 401(k) matching, and paid time off (vacation days, sick days, and 12 holidays)

This position will remain open until Dec 31, 2024.

We are not just Bears fans around here—we are fans of the city of Waco, and together with our members, we're doing big things to connect with and uplift the local community we call home.

Baylor Club Members are enthusiastic about giving back to the city of Waco. In addition to many member-driven initiatives throughout the year, we are proud to partner with several local organizations to provide help to our neighbors in need. The epicenter of Waco, Texas's civic, social, and business communities with panoramic views of McLane Stadium and downtown over the Brazos River. Baylor Club brings the best and brightest of university alumni and Waco community leaders together to work.

• Generates and executes a definitive sales strategy to meet and exceed departmental revenue goals consistently.
• Responsible for selling all event functions, including meeting with the clients to determine needs and exceeding their expectations through detailed communication.
• Networking inside and outside the Club to obtain "leads" and build relationships with new and existing clients.
• Work with the Executive Chef and Food and Beverage Director to establish profitable and competitive event menus that meet clients' needs.
• Partners with the Membership Department to promote additional private events, business opportunities, and prospective members.
• Achieves and maintains mandated company sales standards.

• Outbound sales experience with a proven track record of sales performance (preferable 3-5 years of experience).
• Catering/Events sales experience in applicable markets preferred.
• Solid understanding of prospecting programs and event revenue generation.
• Proven ability in leadership, communication, and negotiating skills.
• High energy and outgoing personality.
• Creativity, attention to detail, strong organizational and time management skills.
• Strong technical literacy, including Microsoft Office Suite, CRM, and Banquet Event Order software.
• Team player able to foster relationships with Members, Employees, and other community leaders.
• Undergraduate degree preferred.

At OVG, we understand that to continue positively disrupting the sports and live entertainment industry, we need a diverse team to help us do it. We also believe that inclusivity drives innovation, strengthens our people, improves our service, and raises our excellence. Our success is rooted in creating environments that reflect and celebrate the diverse communities in which we operate and serve, and this is the reason we are committed to amplifying voices from all different backgrounds.

Oak View Group is committed to equal employment opportunity. We will not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on any legally recognized basis (“protected class”) including, but not limited to veteran status, uniform service member status, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information or any other protected class under federal, state, or local law.