Director of Sales | Full-Time | Hilliard Center

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Overview Oak View Group is the global leader in venue development, management, and premium hospitality services for the live event industry. Offering an unmatched, 360-degree solution set for a collection of world-class owned venues and a client roster that includes the most influential, highest attended arenas, convention centers, music festivals, performing arts centers, and cultural institutions on the planet. Director of Sales will ensure the sales team at the facility meets all individual and departmental sales goals. This position is responsible for the overall tasks related to Sales for the facility and will also lead all sales personnel in establishing goals, procedures and daily duties. This role pays an annual salary of $90,000-$100,000 and is bonus eligible Benefits for Full-Time roles: Health, Dental and Vision Insurance, 401(k) Savings Plan, 401(k) matching, and Paid Time Off (vacation days, sick days, and 11 holidays) This position will remain open until November 28, 2025.
About the Venue Formerly known as the American Bank Center, the Hilliard Center is Corpus Christi’s premier entertainment and event complex, proudly owned by the City of Corpus Christi and managed by Oak View Group. Named in partnership with Hilliard Law, a firm dedicated to service and community, the waterfront venue overlooks scenic Corpus Christi Bay and features a state-of-the-art arena, the historic Selena Auditorium, and a versatile convention center. The Hilliard Center enters a bold new chapter while continuing its legacy as South Texas’ home for live entertainment, conventions, and community gatherings. With adaptable spaces, complimentary Wi-Fi, and premium food and beverage offerings, the Hilliard Center is designed to deliver exceptional experiences for events of every size.
Responsibilities Manage and participate in the development and implementation of goals, objectives, policies, and priorities of all Sales programs and activities Assume management responsibility for all services and activities of the Sales Department within the facility including sales tools and materials, proposals, sales calls and contracts Select, train, motivate and evaluate all sales personnel; provide or coordinate staff training; work with employees to correct deficiencies; implement discipline and termination procedures Plan, direct, coordinate, and review the work plan for providing marketing, booking and sales services Participate in the development and administration of the annual budget; forecast of additional funds needed for staffing, equipment, materials, and supplies; direct the monitoring of and approve expenditures; direct and implement adjustments as necessary Prepare written proposals; reevaluate potential business value of various events and clients; initiate contractual arrangements Conduct tours of facility for potential licensees; answer questions and provide information regarding facility capabilities Meets with General Manager on a regular basis to discuss all matters pertaining to sales operations Travel to regional areas throughout the year in search of new business Budget and work within operating budget Responsible for all revenue generation Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned
Qualifications Minimum of five (5) years of increasingly responsible sales experience for convention center, sports franchise, hotel or other similar public assembly or hospitality facility, including supervisory responsibility Bachelor’s degree or better from an accredited college or university with major course works in Marketing, Business Administration, or a related field Ability to work event nights, weekends and holidays as required Has a strong track record of building relationships and generating new business Excellent organizational skills, leadership skills, customer service skills Enthusiastic and positive thinker Strong PC and data processing skills; working knowledge of MS Word, Excel, as well as database management software
Strengthened by our Differences. United to Make a Difference Equal Opportunity Employer Oak View Group is committed to equal employment opportunity. We will not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on any legally recognized basis (“protected class”) including, but not limited to veteran status, uniform service member status, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information or any other protected class under federal, state, or local law.
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Location:
Corpus Christi, TX, United States
Job Type:
FullTime
Category:
Management & Operations

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