National Convention Sales Director – Chicago

SAN-Diego-Tourism-Authorit; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 115,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Vision

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

AD&D

401k Matching

Job summary

San Diego Tourism Authority in Chicago is seeking a National Sales Director to market and sell meeting space for the San Diego Convention Center Corporation. You will assist hotels in contracting room blocks to drive occupancy tax and Tourism Marketing District fees.

The role requires 5+ years of sales experience in hospitality or CVB, strong leadership, and the ability to travel up to 25%. Based in the Chicago area, you will work with hotels and clients to grow revenue and market SDTA

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business, marketing, hospitality management, or related field.
• 5+ years of sales experience in hospitality, tourism, convention, or service sales.
• Proficiency in CRM software and analytics tools.
• Willingness to travel up to 25%.

Responsibilities

• Achieve annual room night booking goals set by CSO and SDCCC.
• Develop and execute an annual sales plan to meet objectives.
• Act as a strategic consultant to clients and identify ways SDTA can support success.
• Maintain visibility through in-person sales appointments and industry events.
• Collaborate with SDCCC and hotel community to drive results.
• Stay informed on industry trends affecting meetings and conventions.
• Represent SDTA at national/local industry meetings and trade shows.

Skills

Sales experience

CRM proficiency

Negotiation skills

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in business/hospitality/related field

Tools

Simpleview CRM

Microsoft Office

Job description

San Diego Tourism Authority in Chicago is seeking a National Sales Director to market and sell meeting space for the San Diego Convention Center Corporation. You will assist hotels in contracting room blocks to drive occupancy tax and Tourism Marketing District fees.

The role requires 5+ years of sales experience in hospitality or CVB, strong leadership, and the ability to travel up to 25%. Based in the Chicago area, you will work with hotels and clients to grow revenue and market SDTA