Skylinks Golf Course - Director of Sales

American Golf Corporation • Long Beach, CA

112d • $70,000 - $80,000

About The Position

The Director of Sales is responsible for the selling, planning, and coordinating of all aspects of Golf Tournaments, Membership Sales, and Private Events. Working closely with the sales team, the Director of Sales creates and implements strategies to meet sales targets, maximize profitability, and create memorable guest experiences. The position requires generating a definitive sales and marketing plan to achieve departmental revenue goals and meet or exceed sales goals and budgets. The Director will also be an ambassador for the property, fostering relationships with individuals and corporations who book tournaments, events, and memberships.

Requirements

• Knowledge of how to use social media to drive sales including TikTok, LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest
• Must have a positive, engaging, and team-oriented view on the workplace
• Proficient in computer software including Microsoft Word, Excel and CRM
• Thorough understanding of market trends for events, sales strategies and creative opportunities to drive business growth
• Solid time management, organization and prioritization skills; ability to work with little or no direct supervision
• Excellent customer service orientation and focus on customer satisfaction required
• Strong leadership and people skills, plus the ability to build and foster a team environment desired
• Valid driver's license required

Nice To Haves

• College degree preferred or 3 years of related experience in sales preferably in golf/hospitality/service industry, or equivalent combination of education and experience

Responsibilities

• Generate a definitive sales and marketing plan to achieve departmental revenue goals and meet or exceed sales goals and budgets
• Be an ambassador for the property by fostering relationships with individuals & corporations who book tournaments, events and membership
• Maintain repeatable and predictable business while prospecting for new Golf Tournaments, Private Club Memberships and Private Events
• Develop market segments and solicit new customer relationships while maintaining existing relationships
• Sell and market to external markets including corporate events, charities, foundations, non-profits, school athletic tournaments, and memorials
• Heighten awareness externally with the community from the club to golf shows, bridal shows and other public events
• Be a positive role model in social media formats and public forums by being active and showing consistent participation in all public facing opportunities
• Work closely with the Event team & Executive Chef when designing custom menus and the entire management team to communicate upcoming events
• Attract, develop, and retain key sales personnel
• Other duties may be assigned by management

Benefits

• Salary Range - $70,000 base + monthly commissions

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Amusement, Gambling, and Recreation Industries
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree