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Central Florida Sales Director

  • Job
    Full-time
    Senior Level
  • Sales & Business Development
    Marketing
  • Celebration

AI generated summary

  • You need 5+ years in travel sales/marketing, strong relationship skills, strategic thinking, team leadership, Walt Disney World knowledge, and the ability to multitask and prioritize projects.
  • You will lead strategic planning, build community relationships, support partner training, identify mutual opportunities, and adapt to changing market conditions.

Requirements

  • At least five years relevant sales, strategy, or marketing experience in the travel industry
  • Superior relationship building and communication skills with an emphasis on compelling story telling
  • Strategic and critical thinking abilities paired with business acumen to see new opportunities that drive value for Walt Disney World
  • Strong sales leadership and performance coaching skills with the ability to design and implement development plans to improve performance
  • Experience in leadership, team building, and motivating direct reports
  • Effective partnering and problem resolution skills, with the ability to interface with and influence all levels of an organization
  • Deep knowledge of Walt Disney World® Resort products and services
  • Ability to prioritize projects and multiple tasks simultaneously

Responsibilities

  • Lead the strategic planning, tactical development, and execution of both long-term and annual plans impacting Central Florida sales channel
  • Build and maintain relationships within the Central Florida community (i.e., accommodation programs, ticket sellers, Destination Marketing Organizations, key local businesses and organizations), understand situational developments within the market along with their impact, and communicate relevant information to both internal and external stakeholders
  • Support the development of training, education, and communication programs to ensure partners have all necessary information and selling tools needed to deliver plans
  • Work with internal and external partners to identify win-win opportunities that maximize and optimize value for all involved
  • Shift priorities and focus, when needed, to adapt to changing site needs or macro-economic and business situations

FAQs

What is the main responsibility of the Central Florida Sales Director?

The main responsibility of the Central Florida Sales Director is to lead the Central Florida Sales team in strategic planning, coordination, execution, and reinforcement of tactics that deliver value, while maximizing and optimizing visitation to Walt Disney World.

How many years of experience are required for this position?

A minimum of five years of relevant sales, strategy, or marketing experience in the travel industry is required.

What skills are emphasized for this role?

The role emphasizes superior relationship building and communication skills, strategic and critical thinking abilities, strong sales leadership, and performance coaching skills, among others.

Who does the Central Florida Sales Director report to?

The Central Florida Sales Director reports to the Director, Travel Industry Sales and Marketing.

Is this a full-time position?

Yes, this is a full-time position.

What types of relationships does the Sales Director need to build?

The Sales Director needs to build and maintain relationships with community leaders, accommodation programs, ticket sellers, Destination Marketing Organizations, and key local businesses and organizations.

What benefits and perks does Disney offer for this position?

Disney offers a rewards package that includes health and savings benefits, educational opportunities, and special extras unique to the company.

Will the Sales Director work with external partners?

Yes, the Sales Director will work with both internal and external partners to identify win-win opportunities that maximize and optimize value.

How important is knowledge about Walt Disney World Resort for this role?

Deep knowledge of Walt Disney World Resort products and services is essential for this role.

Is there an opportunity for career growth in this position?

Yes, the Sales Director will have opportunities to design and implement development plans to improve performance and mentor team members.

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