Who Are Absolute Taste and What Do We Do?
We are an innovative culinary and customer service provider,
dedicated to delivering inspirational food and experiences that redefine
customer satisfaction. With a commitment to excellence and a passion for
pushing boundaries, we continue to grow from strength to strength.
As a small, dynamic team of event professionals, we
specialize in creating exciting, well-managed, and sustainable events, while
fostering strong working relationships. We're looking for individuals who share
our fun, resilient, and hardworking values to join our supportive,
high-performing team.
This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a highly
regarded organisation dedicated to success and a positive, empowering culture.
About The Role
As an Event Sales Executive, you will be representing
Mercedes-Benz World onsite. The role will involve daily communication with
clients and internal team members over email, over the phone and in person on
site visits where you are expected to deliver an excellent level of customer
service.
Location: Mercedes Benz World, Weybridge, Surrey.
Please note the role is office based.
Working Hours: Monday to Friday 08.00 – 17.30
Behind the Brand:
Mercedes-Benz World is a premier automotive
attraction located at the historic Brooklands racing circuit in Weybridge,
Surrey, offering free entry to explore three floors of interactive exhibits,
classic cars, modern Mercedes-AMG models and Formula One cars. It features
thrill-seeking driving experiences on track and off-road, simulators, and
family-friendly activities.
Absolute Taste operates The Recharge café, the Bistro
restaurant on the top floor with views over the racetrack and Surrey
countryside as well as a staff restaurant for up to 250 staff.
We are the sole providers for all events at Mercedes-Benz
World and can deliver multiple events per day from small corporate meetings to
expo’s and conferences for 800 guests.
Your Key Responsibilities as an Event Sales Executive will
be :
* Dealing with incoming sales enquiries via our
website, over the phone or through our Third party listings.
* Receiving client’s requirements and presenting
bespoke proposals to suit their event needs.
* Manage event diary to strategically sell event
spaces and activities on the venues booking system.
* Manage prospect opportunities, ensuring that
they are followed up with and closed effectively, within necessary timeframe.
* Negotiate
with clients to ensure we convert enquiries to profitable and successful
events.
* Effectively handover from sales to one of the
team’s event coordinators, ensuring all details are passed over correctly.
* Communicate company policies and processes to
clients effectively so they are aware of any restrictions prior to agreeing to
their event contract.
* Maintain
and develop relationships with existing clients to prospect new business.
* Bring in new business through pro-active sales
including networking, site visits, calls and trade shows.
* Manage your sales performance, aiming to meet or
exceed targets in line with KPI’s.
* Attend team meetings and come up with new ideas
on how to generate new business leads and increase sales.
* Host site visits and FAM trips at the venue to
potential new clients.
* Review
lost business and touching base with these clients.
* Review forecasts and highlighting risks and
opportunities.
What We Are Looking For:
* A genuine desire and drive to sell events with
passion and energy
* Excellent communication skills, both written and
verbal
* A positive, confident, and determined approach
to engaging with clients
* Strong negotiation skills and the ability to
influence outcomes
* Exceptional attention to detail
* Ability to work under pressure, managing
deadlines and achieving sales targets
* Outstanding organisational skills with the
ability to juggle multiple priorities
* Professional personal presentation and a
polished client-facing manner
* Resilience and the ability to handle rejection
while maintaining momentum
* Strong IT skills, particularly Microsoft Office
(Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
* Previous experience in an event sales
environment is preferred
Why Join Us?
Join a fast-growing and innovative company that is
redefining customer experiences in the culinary and event space. We offer an
empowering team culture, the opportunity to work on exciting, well-managed
events, and a supportive, resilient team environment.
We are committed to supporting your career growth with
thorough training and ongoing development.
You can also enjoy benefits such as:
* 25
Days holiday + Bank Holiday
* 3%
Pension
* Life
Assurance
* 20%
discount off all food and beverages
* Complimentary
meals whilst on shift
* Internal
and external training opportunities
* F&B
discount for friends and family
* Fun
and friendly working environment
* Free
parking
* Bus
stop located outside the site
* Changing
rooms and showers
* 24/7
telephone health & well-being support and counselling service*
*T&Cs apply.
If you're ready to make an impact in a fast-paced
environment and contribute to the success of Absolute Taste, apply today and
join our team!
We are committed to being an equal opportunities employer.