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Travel + Leisure Co. · 2 months ago

Project Director of Sales - Sports Illustrated Resorts

Sports Illustrated Chicago

Full-time

Onsite

Lead/Staff, Director/Executive

$100K/yr - $500K/yr

3+ years exp

Travel + Leisure Co. is the world’s leading vacation ownership and travel membership company, focused on providing exceptional experiences for travelers worldwide. The Project Director of Sales is responsible for directing the daily activities of the sales team to achieve efficiency and meet budget goals while fostering a collaborative environment.

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Responsibilities

Provide leadership to the day-to-day operations of the Sales and Marketing departments, while maintaining focus on the company’s strategic goals

Responsible for the achievement of the established targets regarding VPG, net sales volume and closing percentage of the site. Must be able to successfully oversee one of the following: 25M+ for 2 or more brands or 70M+ In House Sales or 40M+ Front Line Sales

Proactively contribute to and support efforts to attract, retain, train and motivate a diverse Sales and Marketing workforce

Manage the performance of Sales and Marketing Leadership through the consistent application of WVO performance management by: (1) establishing performance goals and action plans for all Sales & Marketing management; (2) working with Sales & Marketing management to establish performance goals and action plans for the Sales and Marketing Associates

Responsible for developing and maintaining a strong work relationship with key business partners and associates within and outside of WVO. Ensures Sales and Marketing operations are integrated within the overall guest experience

Ensure the highest level of customer service to current and prospective owners in order to maintain a positive brand image and company reputation

Performs other duties as needed

Qualification

Vacation Ownership salesSales leadershipBudgetingForecastingCustomer serviceTeam developmentConflict resolutionProactive problem-solvingPC systems proficiencyMicrosoft Office proficiencyReal estate licenseCommunication skillsInterpersonal skillsDetail-orientedAdaptability

Required

High School Diploma required; Bachelor's degree preferred

3–5 years of proven success in Vacation Ownership sales

Demonstrated ability to recruit, train, develop, and lead high-performing teams

Skilled in budgeting, forecasting, and interpreting financial documents

Strong customer service, interpersonal, and communication skills

Capable of managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced, dynamic environment

Proactive problem-solver with strong conflict resolution and critical thinking skills

Consistently meets or exceeds performance expectations and business objectives

Effective at holding teams accountable and fostering a culture of accountability and results

Detail-oriented, adaptable, and able to make sound, timely decisions

Strong collaborator with a track record of developing talent and leading by example

Active real estate license (or ability to obtain prior to hire), as required by state law

Proficient with Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, Timekeeping and other software

Ability to effectively learn and operate PC based systems/platforms and IPads

Three (3) years experience successfully leading or directing in a sales environment

Past prior experience with increasing responsibility in management positions within sales leadership

Benefits

Medical

Dental

Vision

Flexible spending accounts

Life and accident coverage

Disability

Depending on position, paid time off, parental leave and holidays (speak to your recruiter for additional information)

Wish day paid time to volunteer at an approved organization of your choice

401k with employer match (subject to eligibility requirements, including tenure - speak to your recruiter for additional information)

Legal and identity theft plan

Voluntary income protection benefits

Wellness program (subject to provider availability)

Employee Assistance Program

Company

Travel + Leisure Co.

Travel + Leisure Co., the world's leading vacation ownership and membership travel company, provides more than six million vacations to travelers every year.

Founded in 2006

Orlando, Florida, USA

10001+ employees