Director of Sales & Events

The Boxyard is a dynamic and innovative venue featuring Hatback Bar and Grille, Steelheads Alley and Victory Hall. Located in the heart of Seattle’s Sodo district, across the street from T-Mobile Park, specializing in hosting a wide range of events, from corporate gatherings, weddings, concerts, to community festivals, private parties and game day activation and events. 

Our unique space combines versatility with a vibrant atmosphere, making it a sought-after destination for event planners and clients alike. We are dedicated to delivering exceptional experiences and are looking for a passionate and results-driven Director of Event Sales to join our team.

Overview: The Director of Sales & Events will be responsible for strategizing, leading, and executing our event sales initiatives. This role requires a dynamic leader with a proven track record in sales, exceptional customer service, and a deep understanding of the events industry. The ideal candidate will be an influential communicator, capable of building strong relationships with clients and stakeholders to drive revenue growth and maximize occupancy.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement a comprehensive sales strategy to achieve revenue goals for Boxyard event spaces.
• Lead by setting clear objectives, providing coaching, and fostering a high-performance culture.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, event planners, and industry partners to generate new business opportunities.
• Oversee the sales pipeline, ensuring timely follow-ups, accurate forecasting, and effective conversion of leads into booked events.
• Executes and supports the operational aspects of the business booked (e.g., generating proposals, BEO’s, guest correspondence) Triple Seat systems. Maintain current and
• historical guest detailed event records.
• Partner with Operations/Culinary team and Ownership teams to ensure menu/programming is established and event ready to meet guest expectations. Coordinate all event related food and beverage requirements with the appropriate department(s). Liquor, bar equipment, specialty orders, florists, lighting, music, etc. and assist with execution when needed. 
• Collaborate with the marketing team to create compelling promotional materials and campaigns to raise awareness of Boxyard's offerings.
• Monitor market trends and competitor activities to identify new opportunities for growth and innovation.
• Manage budgets, sales forecasts, and reports to track performance against goals and make informed decisions.
• Ensure exceptional customer service and satisfaction by coordinating with the operations team to deliver flawless events.
• Represent Boxyard at industry events, trade shows, and networking functions to promote the venue and establish key connections.

Must Haves:

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Hospitality Management, Marketing, or a related field.
• 5 years of experience in sales and events, with at least 2 years in a leadership role.
• Proven track record of meeting or exceeding sales targets in the events industry.
• Strong understanding of event logistics, planning, and execution.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build rapport and influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficient in Triple Seat event management software, Microsoft Office Suite; familiarity with POS and Toast systems a plus.
• Flexibility to work evenings and weekends as needed to meet client expectations and attend events.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary, commission structure and performance-based bonuses
• A vibrant and inclusive work culture focused on teamwork and collaboration.
• The chance to be part of a creative and dynamic team that is redefining the events industry
• Eligible to participate in company subsidized medical and life insurance plans, Dental and Vision available for employees to participate.
• Eligibility to participate in employee funded supplemental benefit programs, i.e., disability.
• Eligible to participate in 401(k) plans after six months of service. The company will match 50% of employee contribution up to 4% of the employee's annual pay.
• Eligible for Washington/Seattle Sick Time and vacation time
• Competitive salary, commission structure and performance-based bonuses
• Opportunities for professional development and continuing education.
• A vibrant and inclusive work culture focused on teamwork and collaboration.
• The chance to be part of a creative and dynamic team that is redefining the events industry

It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), gender identity or gender expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, protected medical condition as defined by applicable state or local law, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances.

 We will endeavor to make a reasonable accommodation to the known limitations of qualified applicants and employees with a disability pursuant to the American with Disabilities Act and any applicable state and local laws unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business.  If you believe you require such assistance to apply for a position or to participate in an interview, please contact the Human Resources department.

 Please note this job posting is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities including essential job functions may change at any time with or without notice, to the extent permitted by applicable law.