Senior Specialist, Business Development

Vail Resorts•Broomfield, CO

5d•$58,462 - $90,318

About The Position

Our mission is to create the Experience of a Lifetime for our employees, so they can, in turn, create the Experience of a Lifetime for our guests. We own and operate the most renowned destination resorts in the world as well as regional and local ski areas outside major cities, and connect them all through one unrivaled network. We are looking for ambitious leaders, innovators and creators to join our talented team. If you’re ready to pursue your fullest potential, we want to get to know you! Candidates for year-round positions are reviewed on a rolling basis. Applications will be accepted up to 90 days after the posting date, or until the position is filled (whichever is first). Job Summary: The Sr. Specialist of Busine ss Development reports to the Sr. Manager of Business Development. They will play a pivotal role in driving traffic, engagement, and sales within key geographic regions for Vail Resorts retail and rental (VRR) operations and online eCo mmerce platforms. This position is focused on identifying, developing, and managing strategic business development opport unities between VRR and various stakeholders, such as sales teams, hospitality partners (both owned and third - party), resort and commun ity affiliates, and other Vail Resorts lines of business. The primary objective is to drive both walk - in and online reservations, boosting sales and enhancing guest experiences. They will also provide support for the coordination of Group rental business i n their region including group setup processes, liaise between store ops and the sales team, reservation follow - up and general support. The Sr. Specialist is instrumental in building meaningful connections through effective relationship management, strateg ic marketing initiatives, and targeted, personalized outreach.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree and/or equivalent experience preferred
Minimum of 1 year of experience in marketing and/or sales
Experience with Word Suite, E xcel skills required
Strong communicator that is able to provide and receive feedback
Strong team player
Able to work in a fast - paced environment and prioritize changing objectives
High degree of organizational skills and attention to detail

Responsibilities

In - resort Sales , Marketing & Referrals : Forge and strengthen sales - oriented partnerships with regional lodging entities to drive re tail and rental referral growth
Strategically manage relationships to outperform competitors by driving guest traffic for walk - in and close - in reservations (online rese rvations) from in - resor t guests
Lead the development of new initiatives in collaboration with leader ship to drive incremental sales
Execute a schedule of strategic visits to optimize part ner engagement, and performance
Design and implement seasonal strategies, including sales ta rgets, budget management, media planning, strategic promotions, an d participation in local events
Advise and support promotional efforts with a focus on market - specific needs.
Coordinate with marketing teams on the creation of referral cards, promotional m aterials, and other divisional projects.
Group Sales Operations : Liaise with Sales and Store O p eration s to ensure seaml ess execution of group business
Support in ensuring the highest level of Group business service levels from contracting to billing
Groups and Referrals : Ensure accurate regional sales reporting and commission structures for both group and referral channels, while resolving issues related to member complaints, order inaccuracies, and system errors
Monitor competitive landscape and prov ide actionable insi ghts for continuous improvement
Organize and execute partner & group appreciation e vents to reinforce and ce lebrate successful partnerships
Create and manage pricing spreadsheets and marketing collateral for both group and in - resort part ners

Benefits

Ski/Mountain Perks! Free passes for employees, employee discounted lift tickets for friends and family AND free ski lessons
MORE employee discounts on lodging, food, gear, and mountain shuttles
401(k) Retirement Plan
Employee Assistance Program
Excellent training and professional development
Sales Incentive Plan
Health Insurance; Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, and Vision Insurance plans (for eligible seasonal employees after working 500 hours)
Free ski passes for dependents
Critical Illness and Accident plans
Employees can work remotely from British Columbia, Washington D.C., and the 16 U.S. states in which we currently operate. This includes: California, Colorado, Indiana, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Hampshire, New York, Nevada, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Utah, Vermont, Washington State, Wisconsin, and Wyoming.