Sales Associate, Meetings and Conventions

2 weeks ago

Vancouver, Canada Destination Vancouver Full time

Are you passionate about our destination and the meetings and conventions industry?

Are you motivated by reaching achieving goals?

Do you thrive in a high-performing and fun work environment?

If so, Destination Vancouver’s _**Sales Associate, Meetings & Conventions **_role could be the right match for you. The position is idea for an individual who wants to be part of a team that positively connects and contributes to creating awareness, driving interest and closing business for Destination Vancouver members and partners.

Reporting to the Director of Sales, the position is responsible for providing ongoing sales assistance to the M&C team by delivering efficient and detailed work that supports the business plan objectives and targets each year. Success will be measured by this position’s contribution to organizational outcomes on the Destination Vancouver Balanced Scorecard. This will be balanced with Meetings and Conventions line of business and individual performance goals.

**Strategic Accountabilities**:
▪ Support the M&C sales team and contribute to delivering sales and market development services in conjunction with the Destination Vancouver business plan to the highest standards.

▪ Source, qualify and develop group business travel leads and forward to the appropriate Destination Vancouver sales team.

▪ Deliver high level customer sales and service to Destination Vancouver’s clients and members.
- Assist in the planning and execution of in-destination (Vancouver) and in-market sales activities.

**Specific Responsibilities**:
▪ Adapt quickly to an always changing volume of work in partnership with the Director and Managers. Handles work through prioritizing, project management and open communication.

▪ Perform a broad range of administrative duties as specified by the Director/Manager(s) including lead preparation (including research) and distribution, managing client, member, and partner correspondence, assist in the preparation of Bid Books and follow-up communication with clients and with members.

▪ Assist in maximum utilization of Destination Vancouver’s M&C platforms.

▪ Become proficient in the Customer Relationship Management (CRM), Simpleview and other Destination Vancouver digital platforms such as Lucidpress, FuturePace and TrueTour.

▪ Maintain client databases including creating new accounts, linking all leads, “definites”, and lost business reports.

▪ Maintain the team’s fiscal budget with guidance/support from the Director/Manager and develops a clear understanding of internal accounting procedures.

▪ Work with the Director/Manager(s) on promotional activities including, invitations, liaising with clients and event arrangements.

▪ Work with the Director/Manager(s) on customized Bid Books for presentations on LucidPress platform.

▪ Support and undertakes some Director/Manager(s) responsibilities while they are out of the office.

▪ Assist with the co-ordination of site inspections and familiarization (FAM) trip itineraries and escorts clients as directed by the Director/Manager(s).

▪ Assist with the research and information gathering process of the sales & market lead development.

▪ Work with Director/Manager(s) to coordinate and support in-market tradeshows, digital events, key Destination Vancouver sponsored activations and sales missions including registration, shipping of collateral, promotional items, and tradeshow booth as well as any communication pre and post the event.

▪ Maintain lead system policies and procedures in referring business to Destination Vancouver members in a fair and equitable manner.

▪ Support initiative teams on individual site inspections and familiarization trips coming to Vancouver in conjunction with the Business Events Canada, Destination Management companies and hotel brand Global Sales offices.

▪ Assist in developing digital and in-person presentations to clients, members and suppliers.

▪ Organize and attends Destination Vancouver and member events.

▪ Engage with and stay informed on member updates including personnel/management changes, hotel renovations, regular hotel site inspections, visits with sales personnel and property tours, regular contact/meetings with key members and industry partners active in relevant markets.

▪ Provide information or assistance to Destination Vancouver members in support of new prospects, market intelligence, trends and sales and marketing activities.

▪ Other duties as assigned from time to time by Destination Vancouver.
- **What Are We Looking For?**_

We are looking for someone who really wants this job

Strong organizational skills including time management and attention to detail are required in addition to ability to make sound decisions, meet deadlines and take direction. Dedicated to team excellence, our culture and values, the successful individual can work well independently yet co-operatively; consistently committed to individual, tea

  • Warehouse Sale

    2 hours ago

    Vancouver, Canada Aritzia Full time

    THE OPPORTUNTIY Come and join our team for the 2023 Aritzia Warehouse Sale, our biggest one yet! Want to know more? Come meet us at the Hiring Fair! We will be hiring Cashiers, Wrappers, Team Leads, and General Associates during this event. The hourly wage is between $16.75 and $19, commensurate with experience. WHAT Aritzia Warehouse Sale - Hiring...

  • Sales Associate

    2 days ago

    Vancouver, Canada Patio and Home Direct Full time

    Patio and Home Direct specializes in outdoor furniture and we have been around for over 20+ years. We are currently hiring and looking for a Sale Associate/Customer Support role. We are seeking a personable and positive individual to help us serve our customers. No outdoor furniture experience necessary. Wages: Starts at $18/hr Hours: 20-40...

  • Sales Associate

    6 days ago

    Vancouver, Canada Just Cozy Full time

    The role of: Sales Associate Currently Hiring for: Just Cozy, Pacific Center Mall, Vancouver The Sales Associate is responsible for generating sales by providing the customer with an exceptional shopping experience. The Sales Associate maximizes sales by delivering efficient, friendly and knowledgeable service and ensuring the store is neat, clean and...

  • Sales Associate

    5 days ago

    Vancouver, Canada Plenty Full time

    **SALES ASSOCIATE** **A Sales Associate is the face of the company and will uphold store standards by utilizing product knowledge and awareness of current fashion trends. They are friendly, approachable, and have a keen eye for style. Their number one priority at the store is to provide a great environment that will enhance the customer experience.** **Day...

  • Sales Associate

    1 week ago

    Vancouver, Canada Livestock Canada Full time

    **Department**: Retail Stores **Location**: Vancouver **Workplace Type**: On-site **Job Type**: Full-time/Part-time, Permanent **The Team**: **The Role**: Our Retail team is looking for a Sales Associate at our Chinatown location. Come be a part of our quickly growing and developing team at Livestock Canada. You will have the exciting opportunity to not...

  • Sales Associate

    2 weeks ago

    Vancouver, Canada Livestock Canada Full time

    **Department**: Retail Stores **Location**: Vancouver, BC **Workplace Type**: On-site **Job Type**: Full-time/Part-time, Permanent **Salary**: $16.75 per hour **The Team**: **The Role**: Our Retail team is looking for a Sales Associate at our Chinatown location. Come be a part of our quickly growing and developing team at Livestock Canada. You will have...

  • Sales Associate

    3 days ago

    Vancouver, Canada Lux Photography Full time

    Sales Associate Luxury Photography Studio is looking for a Sales Associate Position Duties: - Responsible for engaging new business into the studio with monthly sales target - Using various media platforms to engage in conversations with potential future clients. - Booking clients in the studio, and managing the client calendar. - Managing & guiding the...

  • Program Manager

    1 week ago

    Vancouver, Canada BCD Meetings & Events Full time

    **BCD Meetings & Events: Program Manager** **About Us**: At BCD Meetings & Events (BCD M&E), we provide more than meeting and event planning services: we create connections that inspire, motivate, and change behavior for our customers. As the world’s most trusted and innovative meetings and events agency, BCD M&E cultivates a culture of people, passion,...

  • Sales Associate

    2 weeks ago

    West Vancouver, Canada Plenty Full time

    **SALES ASSOCIATE** **A Sales Associate is the face of the company and will uphold store standards by utilizing product knowledge and awareness of current fashion trends. They are friendly, approachable, and have a keen eye for style. Their number one priority at the store is to provide a great environment that will enhance the customer experience.** **Day...

  • Sales Associate

    1 week ago

    Vancouver, Canada Size? Canada Full time

    **Department**: Retail Stores **Location**: Bute Street, Vancouver **Workplace Type**: On-site **Job Type**: Full-time/Part-time, Permanent **The Team**: Established in 2000, size? has since evolved into one of the most influential, leading streetwear brands that represent a community connected by fashion, music, sport and art. From supplying our...

  • Sales Associate

    1 week ago

    Vancouver, Canada JD Sports Canada Full time

    **Department**: Retail Stores **Location**: Robson Street, BC **Workplace Type**: On-site **Job Type**: Full-Time / Part-time, Permanent **Salary**: $16.75 per hour **Opening**: Summer 2024 **The Team**: JD Sports is a sports-fashion retail company with the incentive to inspire the emerging generation of globally minded consumers through a connection to...

  • Sales Associate

    2 weeks ago

    Vancouver, Canada Size? Canada Full time

    **Department**: Retail Stores **Location**: Vancouver, BC **Workplace Type**: On-site **Job Type**: Full-time/Part-time, Permanent **Salary**: $16.75 per hour **The Team**: Established in 2000, size? has since evolved into one of the most influential, leading streetwear brands that represent a community connected by fashion, music, sport and art. From...

  • Sales Support Associate

    3 days ago

    Vancouver, Canada Switchboard Full time

    Vancouver, BC- Purpose of the Role The Sales Support Associate leads clients through sales discovery and technology onboarding processes, and in turn develops strong customer relationships over time. The Sales Support Associate also ensures client delight by ensuring a high level of quality user experiences across all stakeholders of Switchboard in an...

  • Sales Associate

    6 days ago

    Vancouver, Canada La Senza Full time

    **FANTASTIC OPPORTUNITY - WE ARE OPENING A BRAND NEW LA SENZA STORE LOCATION IN McARTHUR GLEN DESIGNER OUTLET!** **You will be involved in opening a new store and building a fantastic customer experience from the ground up. Availability to start within 1-2 weeks for training.** Overview La Senza sales associates deliver a best-in-class, captivating,...

  • Sales Associate

    1 week ago

    Vancouver, Canada JD Sports Full time

    Thursday, March 28, 2024 Location:Robson Street, BC Workplace Type:On-site Job Type: Full-Time / Part-time, PermanentSalary:$16.75 per hour Opening: Summer 2024 The Team: JD Sports is a sports-fashion retail company with the incentive to inspire the emerging generation of globally minded consumers through a connection to the universal...

  • Sales Associate

    1 week ago

    Vancouver, Canada JD Sports Full time

    Thursday, March 28, 2024 Location:Robson Street, BC Workplace Type:On-site Job Type: Full-Time / Part-time, PermanentSalary:$16.75 per hour Opening: Summer 2024 The Team: JD Sports is a sports-fashion retail company with the incentive to inspire the emerging generation of globally minded consumers through a connection to the universal...

  • Sales Associate

    1 week ago

    Vancouver, Canada Size Full time

    Job Type: Full-time/Part-time, PermanentSalary:$16.75 per hour The Team: Established in 2000, size? has since evolved into one of the most influential, leading streetwear brands that represent a community connected by fashion, music, sport and art. From supplying our customers with all of the finest brands in footwear, apparel and accessories from...

  • Sales Associate

    1 week ago

    Vancouver, Canada Size Full time

    Job Type: Full-time/Part-time, PermanentSalary:$16.75 per hour The Team: Established in 2000, size? has since evolved into one of the most influential, leading streetwear brands that represent a community connected by fashion, music, sport and art. From supplying our customers with all of the finest brands in footwear, apparel and accessories from...

  • Sales Associate

    1 week ago

    Vancouver, Canada JD Sports Full time

    Thursday, March 28, 2024 Location:Robson Street, BC Workplace Type:On-site Job Type: Full-Time / Part-time, PermanentSalary:$16.75 per hour Opening: Summer 2024 The Team: JD Sports is a sports-fashion retail company with the incentive to inspire the emerging generation of globally minded consumers through a connection to the universal...

  • Sales Associate

    1 week ago

    Vancouver, Canada Size Full time

    Job Type: Full-time/Part-time, PermanentSalary:$16.75 per hour The Team: Established in 2000, size? has since evolved into one of the most influential, leading streetwear brands that represent a community connected by fashion, music, sport and art. From supplying our customers with all of the finest brands in footwear, apparel and accessories from...