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Associate, Event Sales
About the Minnesota Twins:
At the Minnesota Twins, we are driven by a singular purpose – to up the game, on the field and off. Unwavering in our commitment to deliver championships and be a force for good, our innovative, diverse and incredibly talented team is creating new ways to win, to uplift and to unite. We are proud to be Minnesota’s baseball team. We believe in our power to create positive change. We are setting the standard for a modern sports and entertainment brand that shapes a better tomorrow for all.
Position Summary:
The Associate, Event Sales position supports the Target Field Events team in selling private events on non-game days. This entry-level role facilitates the initial inquiry process, assists with sales calls and site visits, and provides administrative, sales, and customer service support to help drive new business opportunities. The Associate will assist with inquiries, proposals, database management, and day-to-day department operations.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Support the event sales cycle by managing all inbound inquiries, facilitating sales calls, preparing proposals, hosting venue site visits, and facilitating follow-up communication through contracting.
- Build and maintain an organized sales pipeline by tracking leads, updating CRM records, and supporting efforts to meet individual and team sales goals.
- Assist with outbound sales efforts including prospect research, lead generation, introductory outreach, and follow-up to grow the non-game day event business.
- Prepare and organize sales materials including proposals, contracts, decks, website updates, and more.
- Support marketing initiatives by helping execute campaigns, maintaining prospect lists, and participating in industry events.
- Maintain accurate venue listings on Cvent and other sales platforms to ensure up-to-date information, availability, and visibility.
- Partner with the Event Services team to accurately document client needs, hand off booked events, and support clear communication throughout the planning process.
- Provide general administrative and operational support and assist with special projects as assigned.
Required Experience and Education:
- GED or similar degree.
- Prior Sales experience or similar training.
- Familiarity with the Events industry, venues, or similar.
Essential Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Assertive, confident, persistent, and results oriented.
- Strong communication skills, with the ability to create, organize, and prioritize projects in an entrepreneurial, team-based environment.
- Strong organizational and time management skills.
- Committed to service excellence and customer satisfaction.
- Ability to multi-task and meet required deadlines.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently with limited supervision.
- Knowledge and proficiency in internal communication technologies, (email, Web, social media, etc.) and Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Experience in venue or event sales, hospitality, or related customer-facing roles.
- Familiarity with Minnesota event and hospitality industry.
- Knowledge of event management platforms such as INFOR, PRISMM, or Cvent Diagramming (or willingness to learn).
- Existing relationships or networking experience with prospective client groups is a plus.
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to lift items weighing as much as 50 pounds.
- Must be able to work in a seated position for majority of work day.
- Must be able to be productive utilizing a computer, keyboard, and telephone.
- Must be able to be productive in a work environment where the noise level can be high at times.
- Specific vision abilities include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.
- Must be comfortable walking to navigate the facility to access the office, dining room, etc.
- Must be able to work extended hours and/or weekends as required by deadlines and event scheduling.
Compensation: Hourly rate of $20/hour with an anticipated commitment of 32 hours per week. This position would be eligible to enroll in our Medical Value plan.
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