Director of Sales
Puttery · Minneapolis, MN · Today
On-siteBusiness DevelopmentFull-time
Responsibilities
- Possess strong understanding of venue operations and guest flow from arrival to gaming, dining, and service.
- Collaborate with Operations and Culinary teams to execute events in line with guest expectations and brand standards.
- Prepare and analyze weekly, monthly, and quarterly sales reports.
- Maximize revenue through strategic upselling and cross-departmental coordination.
- Identify and pursue corporate and social sales opportunities within assigned markets.
- Lead by example to foster a culture of hospitality, performance, and teamwork.
- Mentor and train team members on sales techniques and service excellence.
- Maintain accurate records, handle administrative tasks (timekeeping, payroll, inventory) as needed.
- Support community partnerships, marketing activations, and outreach programs to strengthen local brand presence.
- Ensure compliance with health, safety, and food and beverage standards during event preparation and execution.
Qualifications
- 3–5 years of experience in event or hospitality sales, ideally within a high-volume entertainment, leisure, or restaurant concept.
- Strong knowledge of local markets, sales trends, and industry best practices.
- Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills.
- Proven ability to negotiate contracts and manage client relationships.
- Experience supervising projects and coordinating cross-functional teams.
- Skilled in Microsoft Office and sales management systems (CRM, POS, or event management tools).
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
- Able to work extended hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, based on business needs.
- A proactive, self-directed professional with a hospitality-first mindset.
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Hospitality, Marketing, or a related field preferred.