Sales Manager - Centennial Plaza Gulfport at Centennial Plaza

Gulfport, Mississippi, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

01 May, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

31 Jan, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Sales, Business Development, Event Coordination, Relationship Building, Communication, Proposal Preparation, Market Analysis, CRM Management, Team Collaboration, Networking, Client Management, Strategic Planning, Lead Generation, Customer Service, Hospitality, Marketing

Industry

Hospitality

Description

Description Position Overview: The Sales Manager is responsible for driving revenue and building strong relationships across all areas of the resort—including event spaces, hotel accommodations, restaurants, and entertainment attractions. This role focuses on generating new business, nurturing existing accounts, and maximizing sales opportunities for corporate events, weddings, group bookings, and leisure experiences. The ideal candidate is a dynamic professional with a passion for hospitality, exceptional communication skills, and the ability to sell a diverse and exciting destination. Key Responsibilities: Sales & Business Development Develop and execute strategic sales plans to achieve resort-wide revenue goals across lodging, catering, events, and group sales. Actively prospect and secure new business from corporate, social, and leisure markets. Manage leads and inquiries for indoor/outdoor events, including weddings, conferences, reunions, and group outings. Build and maintain relationships with travel agents, planners, and community partners. Event & Group Coordination Collaborate with the events, F&B, and operations teams to ensure seamless execution of booked functions. Prepare detailed proposals, contracts, and event orders that reflect client needs and resort standards. Conduct site tours of event spaces, hotel accommodations, restaurants, and entertainment areas. Marketing & Outreach Partner with marketing to promote special packages, seasonal offers, and resort amenities including the waterpark, restaurants, and family entertainment center. Represent the resort at trade shows, networking events, and community functions. Reporting & Administration Maintain accurate records in CRM systems, track sales metrics, and provide weekly performance reports. Monitor competitor activity and market trends to identify new opportunities.

Responsibilities

The Sales Manager is responsible for driving revenue and building relationships across the resort's various areas. This includes managing sales for events, accommodations, and leisure experiences while collaborating with multiple teams to ensure successful execution.