The Sales Manager role at Upbeat Centre is a full-time, on-site position based in Lekki. This role involves leading and managing the sales team to achieve revenue targets, expand corporate and group bookings, and drive partnerships with schools, organizations, and event planners. The Sales Manager will identify new business opportunities, develop and execute sales strategies, and maintain strong relationships with existing clients to encourage repeat patronage. Day-to-day responsibilities include overseeing the sales pipeline, preparing proposals and contracts, monitoring market trends, and collaborating with marketing and operations teams to create attractive packages and promotional campaigns. The Sales Manager will also track performance metrics, prepare regular sales reports, support customer experience improvements, and ensure all sales activities align with Upbeat's mission, brand standards, and safety policies.
Qualifications
Demonstrated sales leadership experience, including managing sales teams, setting targets, and driving revenue growth.
Strong business development and account management skills, with the ability to build and maintain relationships with corporate, institutional, and individual clients.
Experience in developing and implementing sales strategies, pricing packages, and promotional offers for service or hospitality-based businesses.
Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation abilities, with strong interpersonal skills for engaging diverse stakeholders.
Proficiency in sales reporting, pipeline management, and use of CRM or similar tools to track activities and performance.
Ability to collaborate effectively with marketing and operations teams to design customer-focused experiences and campaigns.
Strong organizational and time management skills, with the capacity to handle multiple leads, events, and client requests simultaneously.
Previous experience in recreation, hospitality, events, tourism, or related industries is an advantage.
Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Sales, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.