As Bodega Taqueria y Tequila continues to expand nationally, we are looking for an experienced Sales & Events Manager to join our team in Chicago. Come join an incredible growing company!

Offering traditional Mexican favorites as well as unconventional and innovative interpretations, Bodega specializes in tacos and tequila in a dynamic, eclectic “puebla” inspired setting. Disguised behind a meat locker door, the no-name speakeasy behind Bodega comes alive at night, serving up Miami’s best tequila and cocktails in an environment that brings the fabric of the community together – artists and musicians, locals and travelers alike – for late night conversation, performances and fun.

As a Sales & Events Manager for Bodega Taqueria y Tequila you will be responsible for performing general office duties to support the Sales & Marketing team across the Bodega Taqueria y Tequila Chicago portfolio while playing an integral role in maintaining office organization and onsite representation. You will also be responsible for supporting the overall team in driving revenues to the properties in the form of private events, brand awareness events and marketing events. In addition, you will be involved in creating Sales & Marketing promotions in accordance with the set forth Sales & Marketing plans.

The ideal candidate will be capable of creating effective marketing strategies that assist the efforts of sales teams and generate additional leads. This candidate should be comfortable creating content to aid the sales teams and have an ability to evaluate a marketing campaign to guarantee the best outcome. Additionally, this candidate should have a good understanding of the goals of various salespeople and ultimately operate as a close business partner.

ADMINISTRATIVE SUPPORT:

• Manage sales outreach for each location on Monday.com
• Oversee production of materials for events
• Assist with menu design for events and coordinate printing either with third party or in house
• Oversee inventory of collateral with each respective manager
• Work with team to increase attendance at events through ticket links and social media, (seven rooms / Eventbrite / Bodega website / app as needed)
• Work with brand team to make sure all promotions and events are live on third party sites
• Create sales pieces with graphic designer and brand team to use on sales calls and marketing initiatives
• Attend sales calls with managers to drive revenue
• Complete contracts and proposals
• Maintain the upkeep of menus and decks for clients and internal team members
• Conduct market research and provide sales teams with competitive intelligence
• Generate marketing resources and run campaigns to assist work of sales teams Identify target audiences and potential sales leads through marketing campaigns
• Demonstrate outcomes of marketing efforts through metrics and deliverables

EVENTS SUPPORT:

• Creating BEOs and contracts
• Review BEO with team at operational meetings as needed
• Manage payments as needed with clients
• Upon event completion, audit and reconcile costs associated to reflect final expenses
• Programmed Marketing Events
• Work on amplifying messaging, visibility prior to, and logistics day of
• Work with Regional Director of Sales & Events in addition to Brand Team to manage logistics for holidays and brand events
• Assist and support the sales team onsite for events as communicated by manager
• Drink tickets / wristbands
• Checklists for operations teams
• Decorations and menus according to event needs
• Contract labor booked
• DJ / entertainment
• Giveaways

• 
  Bachelor's degree
• Minimum of 2 years previous experience in Sales & Events role
• Experience in marketing or related field
• Strong creative, analytical and communication skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office