Shepard is a full-service event production company that is committed to delivering industry-leading service that enables our customers to create memorable experiences. As employee-owners committed to delivering success, we provide our customers with forward-thinking solutions through insight, collaboration, strategy, and personalized service.

Shepard is seeking an experienced and driven National Sales Manager to take their career to the next level and join our dynamic sales team. In collaboration with the Director of Sales, this role is responsible for building relationships, driving revenue, converting leads, and maintaining satisfaction with customers and stakeholders. The National Sales Manager plays a key role in collaborating with other departments to ensure alignment with overall business objectives.

Essential Job Duties

Cultivate relationships and secure business with event organizers of trade shows, conventions, and corporate meetings

Strategically plan and execute the sales process through discovery, consultation, and engagements with support from the Director of Sales

Achieve and maintain annual sales revenue of three million or greater as well as meet annual sales goals at acceptable profitability targets

Grow booked business by 10% on an annual basis

Collaborate with Director of Sales to implement and follow a plan to solicit new business

Build successful pipeline with short, mid, and long-term opportunities 

Represent Shepard at industry events, conferences, and trade shows to promote brand awareness and generate leads

Actively engage and clearly communicate with customers and prospects year-round to ensure Shepard’s consultative sales approach and service standards

Collaborate with Director of Sales to develop and deliver professional proposals and presentations on behalf of Shepard

Maintain all reporting and benchmark requirements including Salesforce

Work closely with internal associates such as Account Executives, Operations Leads, and others in planning, pre-show, and on-site needs

Maintain current knowledge about industry developments, competitors, and market trends to maintain a competitive edge

Treat all internal and external customers with courtesy and respect, as outlined in our Blue Diamond Customer Service program 

All other duties as assigned

Requirements

Demonstrate Core Values of Caring, Commitment, Integrity, Spirit, Responsiveness, Inclusivity, and Teamwork 

Ability to perform as a responsible ESOP owner by making daily decisions to benefit the client and the company 

10+ years of sales experience in the industry 

Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills

Organized and detail-oriented 

Self-motivated driver  

Strategic thinker with the ability to develop and implement effective sales strategies

Strong business and financial acumen

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and CRM systems such as Salesforce 

Bachelor’s degree in a related field; relevant experience may be substituted for formal education.

Shepard is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, age, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, veteran status, or other non-merit factor. All employment decisions are made based on business needs, job requirements, individual qualifications, and merit.