East & West Sales Coordinator

Convene is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and we believe that diverse teams are the best teams. We live our values of GRIT (Genuine, Relentless, Integrity & Teamwork) and strive to create an inclusive and equitable workplace where everyone can be their true selves, where we all show up for each other. In line with our goal to be 1% better every day, we are committed to listening, learning, growing and improving. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, experiences, abilities and perspectives to join us on this journey.

We’re seeking an East & West Sales Coordinator to join our Sales team. The role is based in Chicago (potential to consider Washington, DC as a secondary option). The Sales Coordinator will report to the Vice President of Sales. 

What You’ll Do:

As a Sales Coordinator in the East & West Region, your primary responsibilities will be to provide support to the Chicago, San Francisco, Washington, DC, Philadelphia, and Boston Sales Teams. Duties and responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Responsible for understanding Convene solutions for the East and West Meetings product and the space guidelines and pricing for each property.
• Maintain thorough knowledge of the competitive set and develop relationships with hotel and conference center counterparts
• Converting small inbound leads to definite bookings (up to 50 participants) with an objective to reach and exceed budgeted goals per quarter
• Assist the East & West Sales Team by capturing and inputting accurate data into the CRM.  This includes but is not limited to creating contacts, opportunities, quotes, space blocking, proposals, and event agreements.
• Support Sellers in their demand generation & prospecting strategy, which will include leaving the Sales Tech Stack - Knowland, LinkedIn Sales Navigator, ZoomInfo, HubSpot etc.
• Support the Convention / In Conjunction With (ICW) project initiative in East & West markets
• Support Convene Hosted Events, which may include creating invite lists, assisting with landing pages, liaising with the operations to prepare event details, and Client site tours. 
• Be an active member of the team by 
• Attend and participate in sales meetings and be prepared to discuss what you are working on/what you need assistance with to close business
• Sharing client feedback and sentiment with the sales team.
• Be a professional brand ambassador for Convene

What We Look For: 

• 1-2 minimum years of experience in a sales support role
• Professional and detailed written and verbal communication skills to support efficient internal & external communication  
• Ability to effectively build relationships with clients and team members
• Potential travel required for Internal and/or External meetings
• Flexible and out of normal business hours may be required
• CRM experience is a plus
• Experience with physical or virtual events, real estate, or flexible workspaces, a plus

Compensation: 

The above job definition information has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.  Job duties and responsibilities are subject to change based on changing business needs and conditions.

Base Salary:

Salary Min: $60,000 Salary Max: $65,000

This role is also eligible for Convene's sales commission program. 

This information reflects the anticipated base salary range for this position based on current national data. Minimums and maximums may vary based on location. Individual pay is based on skills, experience and other relevant factors. 

Who We Are:

Convene is a global hospitality company that manages a growing portfolio of lifestyle brands focused on revolutionizing the way people meet, work, and gather. It creates hospitality-driven experiences and uniquely designed destinations across its various brands with the singular mission of fostering human-to-human connection.The Convene portfolio comprises Convene, etc.venues by Convene, and Convene Signature, offering clients multiple products including event venues, meeting rooms, flexible office spaces, and building amenity centers. With hospitality at its core, each brand and product offers on-site culinary, in-room A/V, production services, and dedicated hospitality staffing resources.As the largest single provider of dedicated meeting and event venues in the U.S. and UK, and with a growing footprint of flexible office space, the Convene portfolio has a network of nearly 40 locations across nine global cities.
Learn more at https://convene.com/.

We’re Here For You: 

At Convene, you’ll receive:

Health and Wellness

• Excellent health coverage for you and your family starting day one
• 24/7 virtual care through Centivo Care
• Employee Assistance Program: emotional well-being and support for everyday life
• Fertility & family planning through Kindbody

Time Off and Work-Life Balance

• Generous paid time off plus time off for your birthday
• A Holiday closure each year to allow all employees to unplug and recharge
• Paid time off for new parents: maternity, paternity, adoption

Financial Support and Benefits

• 401K plan with company matching
• Financial support for education: for attending conferences, taking courses, or gaining certifications

Professional Development and Recognition

• Continuous professional and personal development support
• Employee recognition and reward programs to mark achievements and milestones

Community and Impact

• Opportunities to volunteer, donate, and participate in community give-back initiatives
• The opportunity to have a significant impact on your team and the business in the work that you do

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