Sales Manager

Starting salary: $57,333–$62,741 (depending on experience).

About This Position

The Group Sales Manager coordinates all aspects of selling Edmond to groups that will utilize local facilities and lodging. They meet with planners, ensure groups have necessary resources, research new market opportunities, and develop sales strategies.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalent
• Broad knowledge of sales, marketing, communications, and related fields (equivalent to a college degree)
• 5 to 7 years of related experience and/or training
• Or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Valid Oklahoma Driver's License and a driving record acceptable to the City's insurance carrier

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement an annual sales plan to solicit event organizers to use Edmond facilities
• Identify and develop qualified leads from external targeted market segments
• Oversee the Visit Edmond grant and sponsorship program
• Collect and process invoices, manage the budget, and coordinate purchase orders and payments
• Communicate with and visit hotels, vacation homes, and other facilities in Edmond
• Connect with businesses to sell advertising annually in publications
• Collaborate with strategic partners to create and implement packages that promote Edmond
• Design functional itineraries that market Edmond as a destination for visitors
• Research print and digital advertising options
• Attend and actively network at functions of professional organizations
• Make outside sales calls to meeting planners, travel & industry trade shows, and other sales groups
• Maintain data relating to all sales efforts, leads, and correspondence

Skills

• Strong organizational and customer service skills
• Ability and willingness to travel locally, regionally, and nationally as required
• Ability to meet the required physical standards for this position
• Ability to pass extensive background process and pre-employment drug and audio screenings

Benefits

• Generous benefits package including health, vision, and dental insurance
• Retirement plans
• Access to a dedicated primary care medical clinic at no cost to employees and covered dependents
• Sick leave, vacation days, earned time off, paid holidays, and longevity rewards
• Paid parental leave
• Potential for bilingual pay
• A tangible impact to the Communications and Tourism Department and residents in the City of Edmond
• A dynamic and inclusive environment where your contributions are valued