Sales Manager - Leisure Centre in Dunstable

4Leisure Recruitment ,
Dunstable, Bedfordshire
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: £18,000 per annum

Overview

We are looking for an enthusiastic and highly self-motivated individual to lead the sales team at a brand new leisure centre in Dunstable, this is more than just a leisure centre, the new development will also include a library and flexible community space for other public services such as Citizens Advice and adult day care. Responsibilities will include: Working closely with the Centre Manager, the successful candidate will be able to demonstrate excellent leadership skills to motivate the Customer Advisor team to deliver results in pre- selling in the lead up to the centre’s opening, driving sales to build the centre’s membership levels and serving the needs of the new members. You will be following the Sales and Membership Management Systems and be expected to generate new leads and plan future promotions. You will work to drive forward new retention initiatives and manage the centre’s social media platforms to promote and advertise the centre as well as communicate with local businesses and community groups to maximise the exposure of the centre within the community. What we are looking for: You will have previous sales environment, managerial, experience in a leisure environment. You should also be sales driven and be able to work well on your own and in a team, working to deadlines in order to reach commission based, achievable targets. You will have the ability to create and implement effective monthly sales, marketing, and social media plans, to ensure a daily focus for the membership team. This post will include evening and weekend work therefore flexibility is required. There is a competitive salary on offer up to £18k and OTE up to £24k.