Sales and Key Accounts Manager for Premium Event Bar Services in Sandton
Thirst Bar Services · Wynberg, Sandton, Gauteng
Overview
Thirst Bar Services is hiring a Sales and Key Accounts Manager to drive bookings for premium mobile bar experiences at corporate events, private functions and brand activations. Based in Wynberg, Sandton, this full time role suits a driven sales professional with events industry experience who loves client relationships, converting leads and coordinating seamless event delivery. Earn a basic salary of R20 000 to R25 000 plus commission while working with a dynamic team behind exceptional events.
About the role
Thirst Bar Services specialises in premium mobile bar and beverage experiences for corporate events, private functions, brand activations and large scale events. As Sales and Key Accounts Manager, you will be the driving force behind client enquiries, quotations and confirmed bookings, working closely with Sales, Operations, Warehouse and Staffing teams to deliver seamless events.
What you will do:
- Manage incoming enquiries via email, WhatsApp, website and referrals, preparing accurate and competitive quotations.
- Follow up proactively on quotes to maximise conversions, identify upselling opportunities and promote premium beverage solutions.
- Build and maintain strong long term client relationships, develop existing accounts and identify repeat business opportunities.
- Coordinate event requirements with internal departments, assist with planning complex and large scale events, and liaise with venues and suppliers.
- Maintain accurate sales records and event documentation, and support junior team members where needed.
Important: You must have experience in the events industry, your own vehicle and a valid driver's licence. These are non negotiable.
Requirements
- Proven experience in sales, account management or client relationship management.
- Experience in the events, hospitality, catering, beverage or related service industry is highly advantageous.
- Must have experience in the events industry space (non negotiable).
- Must own a vehicle and hold a valid driver's licence (non negotiable).
- Strong sales ability with a demonstrated focus on converting leads and growing client accounts.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong organisational skills and exceptional attention to detail.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and sales administration systems.
- Ability to manage multiple clients, deadlines and events simultaneously.
- A good understanding of event logistics and operational requirements would be advantageous.
Responsibilities
- Manage incoming client enquiries through email, WhatsApp, website and referrals.
- Prepare accurate, competitive and professional quotations and follow up proactively to maximise conversions.
- Identify upselling opportunities and promote premium beverage solutions.
- Develop existing accounts and identify opportunities for repeat business.
- Contribute towards sales targets and revenue growth.
- Build and maintain strong long term client relationships and understand client requirements.
- Manage client expectations throughout the event planning process and resolve queries professionally.
- Attend client meetings and venue visits where required.
- Prepare comprehensive event briefs and coordinate event requirements with internal departments.
- Ensure staffing, equipment, stock, branding and specialised requirements are communicated accurately.
- Assist with planning complex, premium and large scale events.
- Liaise with venues, suppliers and external service providers and ensure event changes are communicated timeously.
- Maintain accurate sales records, quotations and event information and ensure internal systems are updated.
- Assist with quotation reviews and support junior team members where required.
Benefits
Commission
Job details
- Organisation
- Thirst Bar Services
- Location
- Wynberg, Sandton, Gauteng
- Job type
- Full time
- Experience level
- Mid
- Salary
- R20k to R25k basic excluding commission / monthly
- Category
- Sales & Business Dev
- Application Method
- Apply manually
Success Guide
Hi there! This role at Thirst Bar Services is a great fit if you have a background in events and love the buzz of making bookings happen. When you apply, tailor your CV to highlight any event industry experience, client relationship wins and how you have converted leads into sales. Since you will need your own vehicle and driver's licence, make sure those are clear on your CV. In an interview, be ready to talk through how you manage multiple events at once and give examples of times you turned a quote into a confirmed booking. Show your passion for premium service and you will stand out. Good luck!
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