Learn more about the City of Edmond by visiting the City of Edmonds website.
Starting Salary: $57,333-$62,741 (depending on experience)
About this 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.
Qualifications
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 Drivers License and a driving record acceptable to the Citys insurance carrier
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
Necessary Skills
- 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
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
APPLICATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED UNTIL POSITION IS FILLED.
THIS JOB OPPORTUNITY MAY BE RE-PUBLISHED AS NEEDED.
The City of Edmond is an equal opportunity employer. Edmond does not discriminate against employees and/or potential employees. Adverse action based upon an applicant's and/or employee's race, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, religion, national origin, pregnancy, disability, genetic information, and military service is expressly prohibited. No decision affecting the terms, conditions and/or benefits of employment with the City of Edmond is based upon an individual's membership in any of the aforementioned protected classes.