Sales Administrative Coordinator

Job DescriptionPosition SummaryThe Sales Administrative Coordinator provides administrative support to the Destination Sales team. Responsibilities include creating bid proposals, coordinating tradeshow and travel logistics, preparing site visit itineraries, and performing administrative tasks to support the sales process.Essential Duties And ResponsibilitiesCommunicate with clients, hotel partners, and event venues to provide support in the absence of Sales Managers and maintain progress on bookingsServe as the primary contact for sales inquiries generating 50 room nights or fewer, as assignedMaintain accurate records in the CRM system, including account updates, activity tracking, meeting profiles, and lead distributionAssist with compiling bid proposals, including gathering event history and preparing proposal materials for Sales ManagersCreate and coordinate sales and marketing materials, including presentations, digital collateral, invitations, signage, and related materialsAssist with tradeshow logistics, including travel arrangements, registrations, scheduling, and shipment of materialsCoordinate and support sales missions, tradeshows, and in-market events, including on-site support and partner coordinationMaintain project tracking tools and monitor assigned tasksSupport the Vice President of Sales with tracking project and partnership activity in the CRM systemAssist with calendar management, sales follow-up, and client research as neededServe as a liaison between Sales Managers and internal and external partnersMaintain tradeshow schedules and assist with budget trackingProvide administrative support and assist other team members as neededQualificationsHigh school diploma or GED required; associate degree preferredMinimum of 2 years of hospitality industry experience, preferably in a CVB or hotel environmentStrong written and verbal communication skills demonstrated through professional interactions with clients, partners, and suppliersDemonstrated experience managing multiple priorities and meeting deadlines in a fast-paced environmentExperience supporting administrative or sales coordination functions, including scheduling, logistics, or client supportDemonstrated experience maintaining accurate records and tracking activity in a database or system using Microsoft Office, CRM systems, and project management toolsCompany DescriptionRichmond Region Tourism is the Region's primary destination marketing organization. Richmond Region Tourism (RRT) welcomes meeting planners, tournament organizers, tour operators, travel media and leisure travelers to our Region. A nonprofit organization, RRT offers a comprehensive array of information and services to assist the hospitality industry in benefiting from the powerful economic engine that is tourism. The organization is committed to the principle of Equal Employment Opportunity (“EEO”) and to providing a work environment free from bias, discrimination, or harassment.MissionShare a passion for the Richmond Region with the world.Vision As a thriving community, the Richmond Region is known for being inclusive and welcoming to all.About UsAs the Region’s destination organization, we are experts who have a deep love for the community in which we live, work, and play.We enrich the lives of our residents and visitors by sharing the unique culture and humanity that is the Richmond Region.We generate economic prosperity through tourism by attracting conventions, meetings, sports tournaments, and visitors and ensuring that all have an unforgettable experience.We enhance the quality of life for the people in our community by supporting the places that make the Richmond Region wonderful.We strengthen local programs that drive tourism through our Richmond Region Tourism Foundation.We do all of this through a lens of diversity, equity and inclusion.ValuesAt Richmond Region Tourism, our people are our biggest asset. Our internal cornerstones define our organizational culture and provide a road map for engaging with our community in making the Richmond Region welcoming for all.Passion: Intense enthusiasm for our community and its peopleInclusiveness: Deep commitment to equity and community engagement to advance, develop and sustain the RegionIntegrity: Dynamic culture built upon trust, honesty, and credibilityInnovation: Leading-edge work that is rooted in creativity and transformational for the RegionStewardship: Ambassadors of our destination’s development, image and reputationCourage: Doing the right thing and upholding our valuesMore information: https://www.visitrichmondva.com/partners/about/employment/BenefitsHybrid Work Life - ability to work a hybrid schedule which is a blend of in the office and remote work, but must reside in the Richmond Region.Medical, Dental and Vision InsuranceLife InsuranceShort-term and Long-term Disability Insurance401(K) with Company MatchDirect DepositBereavement LeaveParental LeavePaid HolidaysPaid Jury DutyPaid Parking (downtown Richmond location)Vacation and Sick Time Health Savings AccountFlexible Spending Account