Job Description

DAria Wine Estate, nestled in the heart of the scenic Durbanville Wine Valley, DAria is a premier Wine Tourism destination known for delivering exceptional conferencing, event, & function experiences. Their state-of-the-art venues, beautiful surroundings, & dedicated team, positions them as a top choice for corporate gatherings, bespoke celebrations, & luxury events.
Our client is seeking a Conference and Events Sales Manager to lead their sales & marketing efforts, ensuring continued business growth & brand excellence. This role will primarily focus on revenue generation, strategic marketing, & sales execution for the conference & function venue, including client acquisition, market positioning, brand representation, and service excellence within the MICE industry.
The ideal candidate excels in balancing strategic planning & operational oversight. Key responsibilities will include (but not be limited to): *Develop & implement strategic sales & marketing plans to achieve targeted revenue goals *Drive new business development & expand DArias market share within the hospitality & events sectors *Foster & maintain strong client relationships to ensure a high level of customer satisfaction & loyalty *Collaborate with the events & operations team to ensure the flawless execution of all functions & conferences *Monitor sales performance, analyse market trends, & adjust strategies to maintain a competitive edge *Represent the DAria brand with professionalism & integrity at all client & industry engagements.
Essential qualifications, skills, and experience:
Minimum 5 years proven sales experience within the hospitality, events & conferencing industry;
Strong command of sales & marketing principles with a demonstrated ability to achieve targets;
Excellent communication, negotiation, & interpersonal skills;
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite & CRM systems;
Ability to work independently & collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team;
A diploma or degree in Hospitality Management, Sales, Marketing, or a related field will be advantageous.
Please apply online at www.m3online.co.za before 09:00 on 27 June 2025.
For general enquiries, contact our team at M3 Human Capital Management on XXX-XXXX.
Please note that only shortlisted candidates are contacted. If you dont hear from us within two weeks of the closing date, please assume that your application was unsuccessful.