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SeaWorld San Diego

Manager, Group Sales (Onsite)

SeaWorld San Diego, San Diego, California, United States, 92189


What you get to do:

Proactively solicit new business from assigned territory

Promptly follow up on leads from inquiries, referrals or sales calls

Maintain regular contact with top account base through sales calls and client entertainment

Showcase the parks to potential clients through site inspections

Keep assigned accounts updated on new developments at the Sea World San Diego and Sesame Place Parks

Network at industry and hosted events

Generate new ideas and programs to increase sales

Participate in trade shows, annual meetings of major meeting professional organizations, sales blitzes, and arrange sales calls to clients in assigned markets

Complete special assignments as needed

Maintain regular contact with top account base through sales calls and client entertainment

Maintain an individual booking goal and contribute to the team booking goal for catering sales contributions

Create/update sales presentations and maintain pricing and information to keep proposals current

Act as back-up support for Event Sales Team members

Perform other duties as assigned

What it takes to succeed:

Bachelor's degree from a four year college or university or equivalent combination of education and experience in related field such as hospitality sales or event planning. Bachelor’s degree in Hospitality or Event Management preferred

3-5 years of combined education and industry experience preferred

Strong written/verbal communication skills; able to read, write and speak English.

Possess strong customer service and support skills

Have the ability to work independently with little supervision at times

Be highly organized and able to balance multiple competing priorities

Proficient in computer programs including Microsoft Office

Have knowledge of website maintenance and social media applications

Be at least 18 years old

Valid state driver’s license

Demonstrate the ability to make solid decisions under pressure with limited information

Possess strong sales presentation skills

Be able to lift at least 50 lbs

Available to work varying shifts/hours based on business need, to include opening, mid-, and closing shifts; nights, weekends, and holidays

Experience with catering sales or theme park event sales preferred

Experience dealing with decision makers in the sales process preferred

70,000 - 75,000 Base + Commission

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