VP, Sales & Marketing

Naples Grande Beach Resort • Naples, FL

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About The Position

The Vice President of Sales & Marketing at Naples Grande Beach Resort is a leadership role focused on driving sales and marketing initiatives to achieve budgeted goals. The position requires a creative and analytical individual with a proven track record in the resort industry, responsible for developing strategic initiatives to enhance occupancy and revenue growth, while also managing a large sales team during a significant resort renovation.

Requirements

• Minimum 3-5 years of experience in a similar position in large resort sales and marketing.
• Experience in developing group and transient markets and driving business from new group customers.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Knowledge of computer accounting programs and budgetary analysis capabilities.
• Extensive knowledge of sales skills, revenue management, and team leadership.
• Ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing with the public and team members.
• Strong statistical and analytical skills to identify revenue opportunities and shortfalls.
• Ability to work independently and cross-functionally in a fast-paced environment.

Nice To Haves

• Independent resort experience is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Execute sales and marketing activities to achieve budgeted goals.
• Develop and execute strategic initiatives to build a substantial group business base, driving occupancy and revenue growth for the resort.
• Drive the online advertising strategy utilizing strategic partners to achieve growth in website traffic, bookings, and conversion.
• Create on-property promotions and programming while collaborating with applicable departments.
• Coordinate public relations efforts related to special events with the Public Relations team.
• Research, analyze, and monitor financial, technological, and demographic factors to capitalize on market opportunities.
• Play a pivotal role in resort sales and marketing efforts, including client meetings and hosting events.
• Plan and participate in Sales and Marketing trips and industry-related meetings.
• Assist in the annual budgeting plan.
• Negotiate with clients to achieve maximum revenue/profit potential while satisfying their needs.
• Enhance the resort's community image by participating in associations, events, clubs, and boards.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with a strong incentive component.
• Excellent benefits beginning the first of the month after hire.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed