Account Executive - Monumental Food
$70–$85,000 year
On-siteArlington, Virginia, United States
Job Summary
Proactively prospect and generate new corporate catering business opportunities by conducting outbound outreach through calls, emails, networking, and referrals. Build and maintain a strong pipeline of qualified prospects, research and target new clients within key market segments, and qualify leads based on event needs, budget, timing, and sales potential. Prepare and present proposals, menus, and contracts, consistently follow up with prospects to move opportunities toward contract, and maintain accurate sales activity, pipeline, and client records. Re-engage past clients to identify opportunities for repeat business and attend networking events, site visits, and client meetings as needed. Collaborate with internal teams to transition sold events into execution and conduct post-event follow-up to encourage repeat and referral business. Meet established goals for sales activity, pipeline, and revenue. Flexible work from home options available.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent
Desired Qualifications
- Previous experience in catering sales, hospitality, or event planning preferred
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to multitask and prioritize effectively
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, both written and verbal
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment
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