Now Hiring - SeaWorld Parks & Entertainment - Arts Entertainment And Recreation Associate Marketing Manager - Tourism Sales in Tampa, FL

The Associate Marketing Manager – Tourism Sales will be responsible to drive revenue and attendance to Busch Gardens and Adventure Island through tourism partners including Busch Gardens Vacation Packages and front desk ticket sales. Position will be responsible for managing products sold through hotel & military partners and training partners on products as well as platforms.

What you get to do:

• Responsible for driving attendance and revenue through Busch Gardens Vacation Package and Tourism Partner sales

• Responsible for analyzing, making strategic recommendations, benchmarking of sales and implementing business development plans

• Manage relationships and develop partnerships in the tourism market to include hotel and military partners

• Oversee all aspects of the daily operations of the Busch Gardens Vacations (BGV) Program

• Create plans for ancillary products and packages to increase BGV Program revenue to align with park Consumer Events

• Partner with revenue management team on pricing to meet park revenue goals

• Auditing and monitoring individual Preferred Hotel Partner pricing and inventory

• Collaborate with e-commerce/web team to oversee product build and ensure timeliness of product launch and product testing

• Conduct training for all Preferred Partner on BGV systems and EZTicket Reseller Program

• Manage all tourism sales collateral creation and ensure implementation in Tampa and Orlando markets

• Conduct sales calls to partner properties and ensure all collateral is up to date at all properties

• Negotiate and draft partnership agreements

• Manage guest correspondence regarding BGV

• Maintain timely and consistent communication with partners, park and guests

• Represent the park in key industry organizations

• Increases market awareness

• Stays abreast of market and industry trends

• Work alongside marketing department to promote park offerings including new attractions, seasonal consumer events, and offerings

• Other duties as assigned

What it takes to succeed:

• Highly organized and able to manage multiple competing priorities

• Excellent oral and written communication skills

• Self-starter with the ability to work independently with minimal supervision

• Demonstrate the ability to make smart and solid decisions under pressure

• Excellent interpersonal and strong relationship management skills

• Strong presentation skills

• Strong customer service and support skills

• Knowledge of the Hospitality and/or Attractions industry

• Knowledge of SEA Parks & Entertainment products, processes and systems

• Proficient in computer programs including Microsoft Office, Excel, EZTicket Reseller system, Trisept and Tandem

• 2 Year degree required, 4 Year degree a plus

• 3-5 Years of combined education and industry experience

• Professional customer service skills

• Seasoned skills in the Hospitality/Attractions industry.

• Ability to work with various departments and within varying organizational structures to achieve common goals

• Ability to work in a fast-paced, team selling environment

• Must have a valid driver’s license and meet SeaWorld Parks and Entertainment driving guidelines

• Must be able to work a flexible schedule to include opening and late evening hours, weekends, and holidays