Sales Executive in Newbury

Newbury Racecourse is an award-winning sporting venue with a multi-functional site playing host to c. 30 racedays per year, plus a wide range of other exciting non-racing events including: concerts, weddings, conferences, on-site hotel and our award-winning Rocking Horse Nursery.

We are seeking a Sales Executive to join our friendly Sales Team and assist in the day-to-day sales activity for boxes and dining to maximise revenue and deliver raceday targets.

The successful candidate in this role will;

• Proactively represent Newbury Racecourse racing business to potential and existing clients
• Respond to and convert incoming enquiries for raceday hospitality boxes & restaurants
• Manage existing accounts and grow their potential
• Proactively generate new leads to build and enhance the existing customer portfolio
• Prepare detailed and accurate proposals
• Produce contract documents and invoices in a timely manner
• Ensure the booking system is updated in real time to allow for accurate sales forecasting
• On racedays meet and greet, troubleshoot and liaise with customers to deliver an exceptional customer experience
• Play an integral part in the coordination and delivery of box and dining products by forming a close working relationship with the catering team, ensuring customers’ expectations are exceeded
• Organise sales visits (external and internal)

You will be able to demonstrate:

• Previous experience in a sales environment, preferably with a mix of new business and proactive account management
• Prior experience within the hospitality or sports industries would be advantageous
• Exceptional communication and negotiation skills combined with a flair for customer interaction
• Motivation and enthusiasm, for both the position and the Racecourse
• Excellent organisational and administrative skills
• A positive, proactive attitude

In return we offer a competitive salary and attractive benefits scheme including;

• 25 days holiday per year + Bank Holidays + days in lieu for weekend racedays worked
• Free annual membership to the Racecourse
• Reduced rate childcare at the Rocking Horse Nursery on-site
• Contributory pension scheme matched up to 5%
• Private healthcare scheme
• Life assurance scheme
• Discounted Health Club membership
• Excellent opportunities for training and career growth.

To apply please email your CV and covering letter including remuneration details to Hugh Nickerson at Conundrum Consulting Ltd.

All direct and third party responses will be forwarded to Conundrum.