Senior Group Sales Manager
Job Description
Drive group revenue growth for corporate, incentive, association, and SMERF programs through premium client relationships and disciplined execution at Black Desert Resort in Ivins, UT.
Responsibilities
- Build and maintain high-touch relationships with elite meeting planners, incentive houses, and luxury travel partners to generate group and event revenue
- Create proposals, presentations, and contracts aligned with luxury standards and tailored guest and client experiences
- Negotiate agreements that preserve rate integrity, maximize value, and support long-term asset and brand positioning
- Collaborate with culinary, events, operations, and guest experience teams to ensure programs are delivered at a consistently high level of service
- Lead immersive site experiences that highlight resort design, amenities, and elevated service culture
- Develop and execute strategic sales plans focused on high-value markets, incentive programs, and exclusive group segments
- Maintain accurate CRM records to support visibility into client preferences, pipeline health, and revenue forecasting
- Track luxury travel trends and monitor competitor positioning to refine sales strategy and uncover new opportunities
- Target emerging markets and experience-driven groups, including lifestyle brands
- Represent the resort at luxury travel showcases, incentive forums, and invitation-only industry events
- Represent the resort at lifestyle, creative, and experiential travel events
- Deliver refined sales reporting and strategic insights on performance, opportunities, and long-term growth to leadership
- Manage and resolve objections through persuasive communication, relationship building, and value-based selling
Requirements
- Minimum 5 years of progressive hospitality sales experience with a proven record of meeting or exceeding revenue goals (luxury hotel or resort experience preferred)
- Demonstrated negotiation, communication, and relationship management skills, with the ability to influence outcomes while protecting long-term partnerships
- Strong understanding of sales strategy, market segmentation, and revenue management principles
- Proficiency with Delphi and/or Salesforce
- Experience with property management systems and the Microsoft Office Suite
- Ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced, results-driven environment
- Professional communication style and strong commitment to exceptional guest and client experiences
- Willingness to travel for client meetings, site visits, and industry events as business needs arise
- Preference for an on-site role
Technologies
- Delphi
- Salesforce
- Property management systems
- Microsoft Office Suite
Benefits
- Comprehensive health insurance
- Retirement plans with company match
- Flexible time away
- Employee free night hotel program
Job Details
- Location: Ivins, UT 84738 (onsite)
- Schedule: Year-Round / Full-Time
- Pay Range: $90,000 - $110,000 per year + incentive bonus
- Individual compensation decisions are based on factors including experience and other business considerations