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Convention Services Manager

Princeton, NJ · On-site

To coordinate, manage, and prepare all event documentation and coordinate with Sales, property ... Ensures their property events have a seamless turnover from sales to service back to sales.

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How much do convention sales manager jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 13, 2026, the average yearly pay for convention sales manager in the United States is $75,848.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $45,000.00 and $96,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a convention sales manager?

Convention Sales Managers are professionals responsible for selling and coordinating group events, meetings, and conventions at venues such as hotels or convention centers. They work closely with clients to understand their event needs, negotiate contracts, and ensure all logistics are handled smoothly. Their role often involves collaborating with various departments, such as catering and operations, to deliver a successful event for the client.

What is the difference between Convention Sales Manager vs Event Coordinator?

AspectConvention Sales ManagerEvent Coordinator
Primary FocusSecuring large-scale conventions and trade showsPlanning and executing various events, including meetings and social gatherings
Work EnvironmentHotels, convention centers, event venuesEvent planning companies, venues, corporate offices
Required CredentialsSales experience, hospitality or event management backgroundOrganizational skills, event planning experience

The Convention Sales Manager primarily focuses on selling and securing large conventions, working closely with clients to meet their needs. In contrast, the Event Coordinator handles the detailed planning and execution of various events. Both roles require strong organizational skills, but their core responsibilities differ in scope and focus.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a convention sales manager?

To thrive as a Convention Sales Manager, you need a solid background in sales, event planning, and hospitality management, often supported by a bachelor's degree in business, hospitality, or a related field. Familiarity with event management software, customer relationship management (CRM) systems, and sales tracking tools is typically required. Outstanding interpersonal skills, negotiation abilities, and attention to detail help professionals excel in building client relationships and ensuring event success. These competencies are vital for driving revenue, securing repeat business, and delivering seamless convention experiences.

What are some typical challenges faced by a convention sales manager when coordinating large-scale events?

Convention Sales Managers often encounter challenges such as balancing the needs of multiple clients, managing tight deadlines, and ensuring seamless communication between internal departments like catering, operations, and AV teams. Handling last-minute changes or requests from clients while maintaining high service standards is also common. Success in this role requires strong organizational skills, adaptability, and the ability to negotiate and problem-solve under pressure.
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Infographic showing various Convention Sales Manager job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 86% Full Time, 12% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 94% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $75,848 per year, or $36.5 per hour.

National Sales Manager - Corporate (Atlantic City Region)

Ceasars Entertainment

Atlantic City, NJ • On-site

$58K - $109K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 26 days ago

Caesars Entertainment rating

6.4

Company rating: 6.4 out of 10

Based on 254 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

108th of 163 rated casinos

Job description

The National Sales Manager - Caesars Entertainment will have responsibility for supporting the Meeting and Convention Sales team in achieving the company's financial goals through business discovery, contract negotiation, customer engagement and client experiences.This will include soliciting and solidifying business, and the management of customers for CO/HI/ID/IL/KS/MI/MN/MT/NE/NM/ND/OH/OK/OR/SD/TX/WA/WI/WY territories and managing site inspections, industry and customer events and/or on-site for their program.

At Caesars Entertainment, Inc., our Team Members create the extraordinary. We are the largest casino-entertainment company in the U.S. and one of the world's most diversified casino-entertainment providers. Since beginning in Reno, Nevada, in 1937, Caesars Entertainment has grown through the development of new resorts, expansions and acquisitions. Our resorts operate primarily under the Caesars, Harrah's, Horseshoe and Eldorado brand names. We focus on building loyalty and value with our guests through a combination of impeccable service, operational excellence and technological leadership. The company is committed to its Team Members, suppliers, communities and the environment through its PEOPLE PLANET PLAY framework.  
Our Caesars family is driven by our Mission, Vision and Values. We take great pride in living these values - Together We Win, All In On Service and Blaze the Trail - every day. Our mission, "Create the Extraordinary". Our vision, "Create spectacular worlds. That immerse, inspire and connect you. We don't perform magic; we create it with excellence. #WeAreCaesars".  If you are ready to create some magic, we invite you to explore our dynamic, yet unique, career opportunities.
  • Bachelor's degree in Business, Hospitality, or related field.
  • Minimum 5-7 years of sales experience in the hospitality industry, with a strong focus on the sports market.
  • Proven ability to close complex deals and manage long sales cycles.
  • Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
  • Ability to travel nationally up to 50% of the time.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS 

  • Neat and professional appearance. 
  • Ability to act quickly and exercise good judgment under pressure/conflict situations. 
  • High volume, fast paced, frequent interruptions. 
  • Must be enthusiastic, efficient, and work well with co-workers and management. 
  • Long hours involved, flexible working hours, and available on weekends and holidays. 
  • Must be able to travel. 

The salary range for this position is $58,855 - $109,370 USD, which is dependent on a several factors including relevant experience, geography, business needs and market demand. This role may offer the following benefits: medical, vision, and dental insurance; life insurance; disability insurance; a 401(k)-matching program; among other employee benefits. This role may also be eligible for short-term or long-term incentive compensation, including, but not limited to, cash bonuses. This role includes paid Personal Time Off and paid company holidays. 

  • Solicit and solidify business opportunities within your assigned market segment. 
  • Conduct site inspections for self as well as team members. Engagement includes initial communication and planning call with client or represented sales manager, details associated with ground transportation, hotel accommodations/upgrades, customized amenities, restaurant and show reservations and any other details that would support a competitively differentiated experience for the customer(s) to help win the business.
  • Document all aspects of the customer's experience in Salesforce including feedback and follow up steps for self or for the respective sales manager. 
  • Create opportunities to build stronger relationships with group/meetings customers by entertaining them when they are in on business and not necessarily tied to a site inspection.Opportunities may include hosting guests at a meal or show. 
  • Work in conjunction with Meeting Operations to attend pre-cons, plan daily meet and greets and entertainment of customers while on-site for their programs to ensure customer expectations are exceeded to secure the next opportunity. 
  • Assist in development and execution of key customer and industry events assigned that take place in various markets, such as travel and tradeshow opportunities within our Caesars travel schedule, as well as partnering with our representing Visitors and Convention Authorities/Bureaus. 
  • Represent Caesars Entertainment on assigned travel opportunities that represent your market.  
  • Effectively communicate property, competitive market and destination updates to Sales Leadership/Property Management to best represent Caesars within our destination. 
  • Build strong relationships with meeting operations to further build knowledge of property details and deliver-on customer commitments. 
  • Utilize the CRM (Salesforce) to document all aspects of communication with the customers including site inspection plans, feedback and follow up steps from on-site experiences, preferences and more. 
  • Ensure expense reports are completed and submitted by specific due dates. 
  • Able to negotiate and understand contract language 

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