Sales Manager

Six Flags Entertainment Corporation; Jackson (NJ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Six Flags Entertainment Corporation is seeking a Group Sales Manager for Six Flags Great Adventure to oversee the group sales department and drive regional revenue. You will lead a team, develop sales strategies, and ensure execution aligned with business goals.

The role emphasizes building a high-performance culture, data-driven decision making, and collaboration with Marketing & Sales leadership to capitalize on corporate and youth business opportunities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Marketing, or related field.
• 3–5 years sales experience with 1–3 years in senior management.
• Experience leading large sales teams and strategy execution.
• Strong analytical and data-driven decision making.
• Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with senior leadership to develop and execute sales strategies for regional parks.
• Lead the execution of sales strategies and monitor performance to meet revenue targets.
• Manage and develop a team of sales associates and support staff with training and mentorship.
• Analyze market trends and sales data to identify opportunities for growth.
• Regularly review and report on sales performance to leadership for continuous improvement.
• Improve business processes by streamlining workflows and using technology to enhance efficiency.
• Ensure back-of-house operations run smoothly and comply with company standards.
• Perform other duties as assigned

Skills

Sales leadership

Team management

Data-driven decisions

Forecasting

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Overview:

Job Type: Full- Time

Pay Type: Salary

Category: Marketing and Group Sales

Location: Six Flags Great Adventure

The Manager, Group Sales will be responsible for overseeing the group sales department. This role is integral in the execution of sales strategies, with a strong emphasis on ensuring that the strategies are effectively implemented. The Group Sales Manager will focus on building and managing their teams to achieve the region’s business goals, fostering a culture of high performance and accountability. This position will report to a Park Director of Marketing & Sales or Park President or Manager.

Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with the Director of Marketing & Park Support Director of Sales to develop and execute sales strategies to drive business growth for parks in the region, with a focus on both corporate and youth business channels.
• Lead the execution of sales strategies closely monitoring performance to ensure that revenue targets and business goals are met or exceeded.
• Manage and develop a team of sales associates and support staff, providing guidance, training, and mentorship to drive individual and team success.
• Analyze market trends and sales data to identify opportunities for growth, adjusting strategies as necessary to capitalize on emerging markets and customer demands.
• Regularly review and report on sales performance, providing insights and recommendations to leadership for continuous improvement and achievement of business objectives.
• Improve business processes by streamlining workflows and effectively using technology to make the sales operations more efficient and productive.
• Ensure that all back-of-house operations run smoothly and are fully compliant with company standards and processes, supporting overall sales success.
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Sales, or a related field.
• At least 3 - 5 years of sales experience, including 1 - 3 years in a senior management role, ideally in the theme park, hospitality, or entertainment industries.
• Proven track record in leading and developing large sales teams, with experience in sales strategy development and execution that drives business growth and meets revenue targets.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to make data-driven decisions, forecast sales, and set revenue goals.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively lead cross-functional teams and represent the company at industry events.