US-based electronics industry trade association seeking a Vice President of Sales to join our team. This position focuses on generating revenue primarily through exhibition booth sales and sponsorship opportunities for our industry conferences and events.
You will be responsible for prospecting new exhibitor clients, nurturing relationships with legacy exhibitors, writing compelling sales proposals, closing deals, and providing outstanding customer service throughout the exhibitor experience. You will work closely with the Events Planner and represent the association professionally at up to six trade shows per year, primarily across the United States.
The right person will be curious, personable, active and engaged, and unshy about meeting new people and learning new things.
Energy and attitude matter. Experience (minimum two years) in selling exhibit space and producing events (minimum: 1,000 registrants) are a must.
We move fast. We work hard and we love what we do. Our association currently produces three face-to-face trade shows and conferences annually, as well other online events. We participate in as many as five additional events as exhibitors.
Although the job is remote, only Georgia residents will be considered. Non-US residents need not apply. Resumes that do not indicate a current Georgia address will be rejected without communication from us.
Your resume, should you apply, should include relevant experience only, please.
Essential Responsibilities:
- Sell exhibition booth space for PCEA conferences and trade shows
- Develop and maintain relationships with current and prospective exhibitors
- Identify and secure sponsorship opportunities from industry suppliers and manufacturers
- Meet or exceed sales targets
- Maintain accurate records of sales activities and customer interactions
- Collaborate with marketing team on promotional campaigns and outreach efforts
- Provide excellent customer service to exhibitors and sponsors throughout the event cycle
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
