Sales Manager

kalaharijobs; Round Rock (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career growth

401(k) matching

Health/Dental/Vision

Employee events

Education assistance

Job summary

Kalahari Resorts & Conventions seeks a Sales Manager to solicit, develop, and maintain accounts in assigned market segments through direct sales efforts, ensuring budgeted financial results are achieved and exceeded.

This on-site role at the Round Rock, Texas resort requires a track record of closing group business, strong negotiation and communication skills, and the ability to work independently in a dynamic hospitality environment.

Qualifications

• Five+ years of sales experience in a hotel or resort with extensive meeting space.
• Proven success in prospecting, developing, and closing group business.
• Strong negotiation, communication, and relationship-building skills.
• Self-motivated, results-driven, and able to work independently.
• Extensive knowledge of the greater Austin market or similar market is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Identify and pursue new business opportunities through prospecting.
• Build and nurture client relationships.
• Negotiate contracts and manage negotiations.

Skills

Negotiation

Communication

Relationship-building

Prospecting

Closing group business

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.

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

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

Sales Manager

Kalahari Resorts & Conventions is seeking aSales Manager.In this position,your primary objective is to solicit, develop, and maintain accounts in assigned market segments through direct sales efforts, while ensuring that budgeted financial results are achieved and exceeded.

This is an on-site position at the Kalahari Resort & Convention Center in Round Rock, Texas.

Key Responsibilities

• Identifying and pursuing new business opportunities through prospecting.
• Building and nurturing client relationships.
• Negotiation and Contract Management.

What We’re Looking For

• At least five years of sales experience in a hotel or resort with 500+ rooms and extensive meeting space.
• Proven success in prospecting, developing, and closing group business.
• Strong negotiation, communication, and relationship-building skills.
• Self-motivated, results-driven, and able to work independently.
• Extensive knowledge of the greater Austin market, including existing relationships with key accounts, is preferred.

A Sampling of Our Benefits

Our team enjoys acomprehensivebenefits 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, and perks at all resorts
• Education assistance programs to help advance your career

BePart of Something Extraordinary

At Kalahari, we believe the best leadersLead with Love—because love builds trust, inspires 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.