What are the responsibilities and job description for the Group Area Sales Manager position at Five Star Parks and Attractions?
Sales Manager
Location : Scene 75 Chicagoland - Romeoville
Position Type : FT Salary
Company Overview :
Five Star Parks & Attractions, a trailblazer in the amusement and hospitality industry, is more than an industry leader; it's a dynamic workplace where joy and excellence converge. Actively involved in creating vibrant amusement park locations, we are the force behind superior entertainment experiences and lasting success. With a proud portfolio of unparalleled FEC brands, we ensure unforgettable moments at every location. Our commitment to safety, trust, and pride in our work creates a warm and inclusive environment where guests are treated like friends. At Five Star Parks & Attractions, we embrace empathy, acknowledge possibilities for all, and celebrate the unique payoff for each individual guest. Join us in a workplace that's not only safe & secure but also FUN, where every day is a joyful adventure.
Job Summary :
The Sales Manager is responsible for overseeing the selling, planning, and coordinating of all aspects of events at Scene 75 within the Chicagoland - Romeoville market.
Key Responsibilities :
- Maximize event revenues to meet and exceed sales goals and budgets through the sale of groups of 10 guests or more and increase yield through effective negotiation of tournament product and tee time utilization.
- Work closely with Social Media Director on Content and platform promotions
- Responsible for generating a definitive sales and marketing plan to achieve departmental revenue goals which meet and exceed sales goals and budgets.
- Receive / place daily inbound / outbound sales calls to groups such as : military, family, corporate, homeschool, boy / girl scout, sports, bank, smaller school groups and convention groups
- Provide inside sales support for all group planning.
- Maintain qualified contacts through our system of all group types that require daily activity.
- Produce a monthly activity report and send to VP of Sales & Marketing
- Plan to attend meetings for specific group markets with action plans, ensuring meeting notes are taken and feedback is given.
- Work with GM / VP-Marketing to sell, manage, and produce different sales collateral for FAMS, conferences and events.
- Must participate in over-night, out of town travel and trade shows as assigned by the VP of Sales & Marketing
- Provide support to partners that we want to do business with, by maintaining a solid working relationship that we can produce into potential sales through effective partnerships.
- Manage and maintain accurate and timely financial records for the various programs and events with appropriate documents and forms.
- Maintain relationships with your contacts / clients through follow up and consistent communication throughout the year.
- Expected to greet or be visible to groups upon arrival when available to do so.
- Administrative duties as needed on a daily basis
- Additional duties as assigned
- Develop market segments and solicit new customer relationships while maintaining existing relationships.
- External markets may encompass corporate events / meetings / trainings, birthdays, and personal milestone events; (other may include holiday parties, school athletic banquets, and fundraisers.
- Be the ambassador for the property, fostering relationships with individuals & corporations who book events to maintain repeatable and predictable business while prospecting for new events.
- The role extends eternally from the park to trade shows and other public events, which heighten awareness within the community and is also responsible for marketing of the park and being a positive role model in both social media formats and public forums by being active and showing consistent participation in all public facing opportunities.
Qualifications :
Education and Requirements :
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Five Star Park & Attractions is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factors.
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