Assistant Director of Sales

kalaharijobs; Round Rock (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career growth from within

401(k) matching

Health, dental, vision

Employee events & perks at all resorts

Education assistance

Job summary

Kalahari Resorts & Conventions in Round Rock, TX is seeking an Assistant Director of Sales. In this role you will support the Director of Sales by overseeing and driving the sales activity to achieve shared goals, focusing on soliciting, developing, and maintaining accounts in assigned market segments through direct sales efforts.

The position requires at least five years of hotel sales management experience (preferably at a large property), a track record of closing group business, strong

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of hotel sales management experience, preferably at a property with over 500 guest rooms and at least 75,000 square feet of event space.
• Proven success in developing, managing, and closing group business.
• Two years of experience as a Senior Sales Manager, focused on: building and maintaining client relationships, identifying client needs, closing sales.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills are required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and executing strategies to drive group, event, and corporate bookings.
• Mentor sales staff, track performance, and guide team members in achieving their goals.
• Build and maintain relationships with key clients and event planners.
• Oversee sales for conventions, weddings, retreats, and special events.
• Collaborate with operations, catering, and convention services for seamless guest experiences.
• Maintain CRM records, analyze sales data, and support budget and forecast planning.

Skills

Hotel sales management

Relationship building

Communication

Negotiation

Customer focus

Job description

Help Deliver the Kalahari Experience

At Kalahari Resorts & Conventions, wedon’tjust create vacations—we craft unforgettable experiences. Home to America’s Largest Indoor Waterparks, our African-inspired resorts offer world-class dining, luxurious spas, thrilling entertainment, andcutting-edgeconvention centers that redefine hospitality.

Butwe’remore thana resort. As a family-owned company, our Promise is simple:Lead with Love. This means caring deeply for our guests, associates, and communities, treating people like family, giving back generously, and creating spaces where everyone feels valued.

Through our partnership with charity: water,we’realso committed to bringing clean water to one million people in Africa.

Assistant Director of Sales

Kalahari Resorts & Conventions is seekinganAssistant Director of Sales.In this position,your primary objective is toassist the Director of Sales in overseeing and supporting the sales activity and production of the sales team to ensure theachievement of shared goals.The primaryobjectiveis tosolicit, develop, andmaintainaccounts in assigned market segments through direct sales efforts and to ensure budgeted financial results are achieved and exceeded.

Key Responsibilities

• Assistin planning and executing strategies to drive group, event, and corporate bookings.

• Mentor sales staff, track performance, and guide team members in achieving their goals.

• Build andmaintainrelationships with key clients and event planners.

• Oversee sales for conventions, weddings, retreats, andspecial events.

• Collaborate with operations, catering, and convention services for seamless guest experiences.

• MaintainCRM records, analyze sales data, and support budget and forecast planning.

WhatWe’reLooking For

• Minimum5 years of hotel sales management experience, preferably at a property with over 500 guest rooms and at least75,000 square feetof event space.

• Proven success in developing, managing, and closing group business.

• At least two years of experience as a Senior Sales Manager, with a focus on:

• Building andmaintainingclient relationships
• Identifyingclient needs and providing tailored solutions
• Overcoming objections and effectively closing sales

• Exceptional verbal and written communication skillsarerequired.

• Demonstrated ability toestablishrapport with prospects, guide them through the sales process, and secure business efficiently.

A Sampling of Our Benefits

Our team enjoys a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Career growth opportunities with promotion from within

• 401(k) matching, paid time off, and holiday compensation

• Health, dental, and vision coverage for full-time associates

• Employee appreciation events, discounts, andperksat all resorts

• Educationassistanceprograms to help advance your career

Be Part of Something Extraordinary

At Kalahari, we believe the best leadersLead with Love—because love builds trust, inspiring growth, and creates experiences that last a lifetime.That’swhywe’reproud to be recognized by Forbes as one of America’s Best Midsize Employers, America’s Best Employers for Women, and by USA TODAY as the #1 Best Indoor Water Park.

Here, careers thrive, innovation is encouraged, and every day brings new opportunities to create meaningful moments. Whetheryou’redelivering guest service, crafting memorable meals, or leading a team, your work makes a real impact.

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Kalahari Resorts & Conventions is an Equal Opportunity Employer.