INSPIRE is hiring: Sales Manager - Audio Visiual in San Antonio

About INSPIRE Founded in 1986 as a family‑owned business, INSPIRE has grown into a global leader in event organization, producing over 2,500 events annually across the United States, Mexico, and the Dominican Republic. At INSPIRE, we understand that the success of live events in the hospitality industry is driven by more than just technology—it’s about the people behind it. We take pride in offering our employees opportunities for growth through career development and succession planning, while fostering a culture focused on customer satisfaction, innovation, and teamwork. Specializing in live events, we provide cutting‑edge audio‑visual solutions that elevate conferences, meetings, and events within the hospitality space. Our skilled technicians and creative professionals work closely with clients to ensure seamless execution and memorable experiences. By offering personalized, professional service, we build lasting relationships and deliver exceptional results every time. Audio Visual Sales Manager – La Cantera Resort, San Antonio, TX The Sales Manager will sell Audio Visual equipment and services at the La Cantera Resort to capture maximum AV business and revenue. This position will also communicate directly with clients, the hotel, and the internal AV team to ensure meeting success. What You Will Be Doing Generate quotes, correspond with clients, and target revenue goals. Work directly with the client to determine their meeting needs and match them to AV services and products. Collaborate with hotel sales staff and others to contact upcoming clients and secure AV business. Participate in on‑site and off‑site visits with prospective clients, as well as pre‑ and post‑event meetings. Negotiate directly with clients to secure AV business and realize their vision. Consult with AV staff on the selection and acquisition of AV equipment and labor. Review final billing with the client and obtain approval of all AV charges. Negotiate billing if necessary to ensure complete client satisfaction. Follow up with all clients through thank‑you letters and post‑event service evaluations. Requirements 5–6 years of experience in Audio Visual Sales. Experience within the hospitality audio visual sales industry or with an audio visual company. Excellent customer service, sales, and hospitality skills, with a proven record of building positive customer relationships and increasing satisfaction. Strong knowledge of audio‑visual equipment capabilities, set‑up, and general operations. Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Office, networking, IT device management, and PC/Mac operations. Exceptional communication skills, both oral and written; clear, concise, sincere, and persuasive. Creativity and initiative in capturing AV business. Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks in a high‑volume, sometimes stressful team environment. Ownership and self‑initiative, with a positive professional demeanor. Flexibility to accommodate a changing work schedule (night, weekends, early mornings) as needed. Ability to set an example for professional grooming and presentation standards as required by the hotel partner or specific worksite. Benefits Competitive salary, bonus plan, and benefits package. Cell phone allowance. 401(k) plan with company match. Opportunities for career advancement. Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage. Life insurance, disability coverage, paid time off, holidays, and additional voluntary benefits for full‑time employees. If you’re passionate about delivering exceptional service and working in a dynamic, collaborative environment, we encourage you to apply! Location: San Antonio, TX Salary: $85,000.00–$100,000.00 per year Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level | Employment type: Full‑time | Job function: Strategy/Planning and Information Technology | Industry: Events Services #J-18808-Ljbffr In Summary: Sales Manager will sell Audio Visual equipment and services at the La Cantera Resort to capture maximum AV business and revenue . This position will also communicate directly with clients, the hotel, and the internal AV team to ensure meeting success . Requirements include 5–6 years of experience in Audio Visual Sales . En Español: Fundada en 1986 como una empresa familiar, INSPIRE se ha convertido en un líder mundial en la organización de eventos, produciendo más de 2.500 eventos anualmente en los Estados Unidos, México y República Dominicana. En INSPire entendemos que el éxito de eventos en vivo en la industria hospitalaria está impulsado por algo más que solo tecnología it sobre las personas detrás de ella. Estamos orgullosos de ofrecer a nuestros empleados oportunidades de crecimiento a través del desarrollo profesional y la planificación de su sucesión, mientras fomentamos una cultura centrada en la satisfacción del cliente, la innovación y el trabajo en equipo. Especializándonos en eventos en directo, ofrecemos soluciones audiovisuales vanguardistas que elevan las relaciones audio-visuales entre conferencias, reuniones y eventos dentro del espacio hospitalario. Técnicos cualificados y profesionales creativos trabajan estrechamente con los clientes para garantizar una ejecución perfecta y experiencias memorables. Esta posición también se comunicará directamente con los clientes, el hotel y el equipo de AV interno para garantizar el éxito de las reuniones. ¿Qué vas a hacer? Generar cotizaciones, corresponder con los consumidores y alcanzar objetivos de ingresos. Trabajar directamente con el cliente para determinar sus necesidades de reunión y combinarlas con servicios y productos AV. Colaborar con el personal de ventas del hotel y otros para contactar a futuros clientes y asegurar su negocio AV. Participar en visitas in situ y fuera del sitio con potenciales clientes, así como reuniones pre- y post-evento. Negociar directamente con clientes para asegurar la empresa AV y realizar su visión. Consulte al personal de AV sobre la selección y adquisición de equipos AV y metas laborales. Revisar la facturación final con el cliente y obtener la aprobación de todos los cargos. Negociación de facturación si es necesario para asegurarse de que cumplen con todas las tareas profesionales. Seguir las habilidades audiovisuales por medio de mensajería de agradecimiento y después de un evento AV.