Help drive the commercial success of Australia's premier industry-led mining innovation conference and exhibition. We're looking for a commercially driven Sponsorship & Exhibition Sales Manager to lead sponsorship and exhibition sales for GRX27.

About GRX

The Global Resources Innovation Expo (GRX) is Australia's premier industry-led mining innovation conference and exhibition, jointly hosted by Austmine and the Australasian Institute of Mining & Metallurgy (AusIMM).

Returning to Brisbane from 22–24 June 2027, GRX is entering its next phase of growth. Bringing together mining companies, METS organisations, technology providers, researchers, investors and government, GRX showcases the innovation, technology and ideas shaping the future of the resources industry.

As we build towards our biggest event yet, we're looking for an exceptional commercial sales professional to help drive sponsorship and exhibition growth, build strategic industry partnerships and contribute to the continued success of one of Australia's most significant mining events.

The Opportunity

This is not a traditional account management role.We're looking for an ambitious, commercially driven Sponsorship & Exhibition Sales Manager who enjoys creating opportunities, building relationships and winning new business.

This is an opportunity to take ownership of sponsorship and exhibition sales for GRX27, identifying new commercial opportunities, building strategic industry relationships and driving the partnerships that will contribute to the success of Australia's premier industry-led mining innovation conference and exhibition.

You’ll work with organisations across mining, METS, technology providers, consultants, research organisations and government,



helping them connect with one of Australia's most influential resources industry events.

If you enjoy business development, engaging senior decision-makers and delivering commercial results, this is an opportunity to make a genuine impact.

Key Responsibilities

- Develop and execute the sponsorship and exhibition sales strategy to achieve and exceed revenue targets.
- Build and manage a solid pipeline of prospective sponsors and exhibitors.
- Generate new business through proactive outreach including phone calls, meetings, LinkedIn, referrals and networking.
- Identify emerging market opportunities and new commercial prospects.
- Prepare and present compelling sponsorship and exhibition proposals.
- Negotiate and secure sponsorship and exhibition agreements.
- Develop long-term relationships with sponsors, exhibitors and industry stakeholders.
- Maintain accurate CRM records, sales forecasts and pipeline reporting.
- Collaborate with the marketing, partnerships and event teams to maximise commercial outcomes.
- Represent GRX at industry events, conferences and networking opportunities.

About You

You are a motivated business development professional who enjoys opening doors, building relationships and turning opportunities into commercial outcomes. You are proactive,



confident engaging senior decision-makers and motivated by achieving ambitious sales targets.

You will bring:

- Proven success in sponsorship, exhibition, conference sales or business development.
- A passion for winning new business and driving revenue growth.
- Strong commercial acumen and the ability to identify current opportunities.
- Excellent communication, presentation and negotiation skills.
- A proactive, resilient and results-focused approach.
- Robust organisational skills and disciplined pipeline management.
- Experience using CRM systems to manage opportunities and forecasts.
- The ability to work independently while contributing positively to a collaborative team.

Essential Experience

You will ideally have:

- 3–5+ years' experience in sponsorship sales, exhibition sales, conference sales, media sales, advertising sales or business development.
- A demonstrated history of achieving or exceeding sales targets.
- Experience generating and converting new business opportunities.
- Strong pipeline management and forecasting capability.
- Experience working within a commercially focused environment.

Why Join the Team?

As part of the team, you’ll help deliver Australia's premier mining innovation conference and exhibition while working alongside passionate professionals from Austmine and AusIMM.

We offer:

- The opportunity to play a key role in the growth of one of Australia's leading mining and resources events
- A collaborative and supportive team environment across two respected industry organisations
- Flexible working arrangements

Applicants must have unrestricted working rights in Australia.

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📌 Sponsorship & Exhibition Sales Manager (Brisbane)
🏢 Austmine
📍 Brisbane