Sales Manager

City of Edmond • Edmond, OK

20h • $57,333 - $62,741

About The Position

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

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED equivalent
• Broad knowledge of sales, marketing, communications, and related fields (equal 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
• 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

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

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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED