Job Description

Title: Sales & Event Manager

Location: Time Out Market Budapest - 1085 Budapest, Blaha Lujza Sq. 1.

Reporting to: General Manager

Time Out Market Budapest opened its doors in September 2025. Our goal is to build a dynamic, eager-to-learn team together, with whom we showcase the very best of the city under one roof.

Time Out Market Budapest is looking for a Sales & Event Manager to join our team. This is a key, dual-focused role responsible for driving and managing corporate group sales to achieve and exceed annual revenue targets, while also providing operational support and leadership in the day-to-day running of the Market and the coordination of events, ensuring a seamless, high-quality guest experience.

Corporate Group Sales

• Drive and exceed annual sales targets across food & beverage and venue sales revenue.

• Prepare, present, and negotiate comprehensive proposals and contracts

• Develop and execute strategic sales plans to maximize corporate event and private sales opportunities.

• Proactively identify and develop new markets, business opportunities, and revenue streams.

• Support budget forecasting and prepare sales reports, performance analyses, and revenue projections.
  

Event Coordination

• Act as the primary point of contact for all group booking and event enquiries, delivering responsive, efficient, and high-quality service to both existing and prospective clients.

• Coordinate, finalize, and communicate all event and booking details accurately with relevant internal departments.

• Work closely with the Operations team and Market vendors to ensure exceptional client satisfaction.

• Oversee the on-site execution of large-scale events, ensuring full compliance with company standards, policies, and service procedures.
  

Operational Management

• Support the management ensuring the smooth and efficient day-to-day operation of the Market.

• Build and maintain relationships with both B2C and B2B customers, proactively gathering feedback and ensuring high levels of guest satisfaction.

• Help maintain operational excellence by continuously improving the guest experience and supporting effective team performance.

• Carry out any additional duties assigned by management as required.
  

Skills & Competencies

• Experience: Minimum of 5 years' relevant experience in sales, event management, hospitality, or a similar role.

• Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with a proven ability to build and maintain professional, positive relationships with clients, colleagues, and external partners while representing the Time Out Market brand.

• Financial Acumen: Strong numerical skills, including budgeting, financial calculations, and revenue management.

• Leadership & Training: Demonstrated ability to motivate, coach, and support teams while leading by example in a fast-paced operational environment.

• Problem Solving: Ability to remain calm, professional, and solution-oriented under pressure, with strong analytical and decision-making skills to resolve operational and customer-related challenges effectively.

• Flexibility: Willingness to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and public holidays, based on business and event requirements.

• Industry Knowledge: Strong understanding of the hospitality industry and the local corporate events market is considered an advantage.

• Technical Skills: Experience with Tripleseat or other event management software is an advantage.

• Education & Qualifications

  • A degree in Hospitality Management, Business Administration, or a related field is preferred.

  • Industry-related certifications or professional training are advantageous but not required.