Sales & Event Coordinator

We are seeking an experienced Sales & Event Coordinator, who will be a key player in upholding Catering Project’s high standards and will be integral to the ongoing success of the events department. 

Reporting to Head of Sales and Event, working across multiple brands and award winning corporate deliverable catering, this role is fast-paced, and the right candidate will need to hit the ground running with established connections and will be tasked with maximising the potential of existing accounts and inbound quotes. 

Duties include but not limited to:

• Prepare and send proposals and contracts within agreed SLA
• Conduct site inspections and client meetings
• Coordinate assigned events and assist with the service of all clients in the event planning process
• Preparing detailed run sheets 
• Collaborate and coordinate with operations team to ensure events run smoothly and seamlessly to meet or exceed client expectations.
• Coordinating all aspects of the event from bump in to bump out through liaising with the client, suppliers, kitchen and operations team
• Manage and actively participate in sales team meetings.

The Requirements

• 2+ years management previous experience in the hospitality or events industries.
• Excellent organisation and time management skills with the ability to multitask and meet changing deadlines
• Extensive event planning and catering experience, minimum 1 year in a similar role
• Strong financial understanding of sales reporting, budgets and forecasting.
• Possess strong communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent client management and relationship development skills.
• High-level industry knowledge and understanding of market trends and competitors.
• Be self-motivated with strong organisational and time management skills.
• Ability to listen, communicate and work positively within a team