Venue and Sales Manager at Ciuci Consulting Limited
Ciuci (pronounced see-u-see) Consulting, established in 2007, is a global operations management firm specializing in the optimization of business operations through innovative strategies and consumer intelligence with a focus on socio-economic impact.
We are recruiting to fill the position below:
Job Title: Venue and Sales Manager
Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time
Job Description
- We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Venue Manager to oversee the management of our hall and drive customer acquisition for events and functions.
- As the Venue Manager, you will be saddled with the responsibility of ensuring the smooth operation of the venue, maintaining a high level of customer satisfaction, and maximizing revenue through effective marketing and customer relationship management.
- This role requires strong leadership, excellent organizational skills, and a keen business acumen.
Responsibilities
Venue Management:
- Oversee all aspects of the hall’s operations, including scheduling, event planning, setup, and cleanup.
- Ensure the venue is properly maintained, clean, and in compliance with safety regulations.
- Manage vendor relationships for services such as catering, audiovisual equipment, and security.
- Coordinate with internal teams to provide exceptional customer service and ensure seamless event execution.
Customer Acquisition and Retention:
- Develop and implement a comprehensive marketing strategy to attract a diverse range of customers and maximize venue utilization.
- Proactively identify and pursue opportunities to bring in new customers and expand the venue’s client base.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with event planners, corporate clients, community organizations, and other potential customers.
- Conduct tours of the venue to showcase its features and benefits to potential clients.
- Negotiate contracts and pricing agreements with customers, ensuring profitability while meeting their needs.
- Meet monthly/quarterly sales targets and annual budget goals
- Establish and maintain a weekly reporting schedule, adjusting as needed based on event schedules.
Team Management:
- Recruit, train, and supervise venue staff, including event coordinators, custodial staff, cleaners and security personnel.
- Foster a positive and collaborative work environment, providing guidance, support, and performance feedback to the team.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in Hospitality Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
- Proven experience in venue management, event planning, or a similar role.
- Good sales and marketing skills, with a track record of customer acquisition and retention.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to build relationships with clients and vendors.
- Ability to multitask, prioritize, and manage multiple events simultaneously.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
- Knowledge of health and safety regulations and willingness to ensure compliance.
- Strong leadership and team management abilities.
- Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required by event schedules.
Application Closing Date
21st July, 2023.
Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should:
APPLY HERE
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