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The company is seeking an experienced Sales Manager for its B2B events team in Norwalk, CT, responsible for leading sales strategies and driving revenue growth within the events industry.

Responsibilities: Key responsibilities include overseeing event sales, coaching teams, developing sales strategies, driving media revenue, and monitoring performance metrics.

Skills: Required skills include proven sales management experience, strong communication, relationship-building, problem-solving abilities, team leadership, and excellent organizational skills.

Qualifications: Preferred qualifications include a self-motivated and entrepreneurial mindset, ability to analyze sales data, and effective mentoring skills.

Location: This hybrid position is based in Norwalk, Connecticut, with potential travel for events.

Compensation: $98500 - $183000 / Annually

Fast Facts

Seeking an experienced Sales Manager to lead our B2B sales team in the events industry, driving revenue growth and building strong client relationships while overseeing event sales strategies.

Responsibilities: Oversee event sales, develop sales strategies, coach teams, drive media revenue, monitor trends, and provide performance reporting.

Skills: Proven sales management experience, exceptional communication, relationship-building, strong problem-solving abilities, team leadership, and organizational skills.

Qualifications: Self-motivated, entrepreneurial, effective mentor, with a strong ability to analyze sales data and manage multiple priorities.

Location: Position based in Norwalk, CT with potential travel for events; hybrid work arrangement.

Compensation: $98500 - $183000 / Annually

Sales Manager, RXUS B2B Sales

Are you passionate about leading sales teams to success?

Would you enjoy working in the exciting field of events?

About our Team

We are a team of dynamic, result-driven B2B sales professionals passionate about the trade show and events industry, dedicated to creating experiences that connect, educate, and empower our audience.

About the Role

We are seeking a talented and driven professional with proven expertise in sales and sales management, someone who combines strategic insight with a passion for building relationships and driving event success. This role oversees all aspects of event sales, including leading a sales team focused on achieving and exceeding event revenue goals. You will play a key role in developing and executing sales strategies that align with the event’s objectives, driving growth opportunities, and tracking performance against budget and strategic targets.

Responsibilities

Collaborate with sales teams to develop tailored selling strategies that build strong pipelines of qualified prospects and drive both exhibit space and media revenue across assigned events.
Coach and empower sales teams to strengthen our value-based selling approach through focused training, continuous skill development, and ongoing performance support
Drive media revenue growth by collaborating closely with the Sponsorship Manager to develop and execute integrated sales opportunities that enhance exhibitor and sponsor engagement.
Provide regular sales reporting and forecasting to the Portfolio Sales Director, Event Director, and Senior Leadership Team, ensuring transparency, data-driven decision-making, and alignment with overall events and revenue objectives.
Develop and implement strategies to expand international sales, collaborating closely with the Event Director, Portfolio Sales Director, and International Sales Group to drive global exhibitor participation and revenue growth.
Monitoring industry trends and competitive environment to make recommendations regarding sales strategy
Coach and develop the sales team, reinforcing best practices in data accuracy, territory management, daily activity targets, weekly strike rates, and budget accountability to ensure consistent performance and revenue growth.

Requirements

Demonstrate self-motivation and an entrepreneurial mindset, taking initiative to identify opportunities, drive results, and contribute to the continued growth of the business.
Exhibit exceptional communication and relationship-building skills, fostering strong connections with clients, partners, and internal teams to drive collaboration and business growth.
Demonstrate strong problem-solving abilities and a solution-oriented mindset, with a genuine enthusiasm for executing details flawlessly to ensure operational excellence and client satisfaction.
Exhibit exceptional team leadership skills, effectively guiding and motivating others while managing multiple priorities and delivering results within tight deadlines.
Serve as an experienced mentor and coach, fostering professional growth, developing talent, and empowering team members to achieve their full potential.
Possess strong organizational skills and the ability to effectively utilize sales data systems to manage pipelines, track performance, and support data-driven decisions.
Willing and able to travel as required to support events, client meetings, and business initiatives.

U.S. National Base Pay Range: $98,500 - $183,000. Geographic differentials may apply in some locations to better reflect local market rates.If performed in New York, the base pay range is $108,400 - $201,200.If performed in New York City, the base pay range is $118,200 - $219,600.If performed in Rochester, NY, the base pay range is $98,500 - $183,000.If performed in New Jersey, the base pay range is $124,663 - $199,137.Pay mix between base and variable pay varies based on sales role; please discuss with the recruiter.

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