Sales Manager

Position: Destination Sales Manager
## Destination Sales Manager Apply locations:
The Meritage Resort & Spa – Napa, CAtime type:
Full time posted on:
Posted Yesterday job requisition :
JR100262
** Pacific Hospitality Group provides a unique value proposition to investors and team members through our owner/operator approach. We are a family focused company committed to long term holds that enable us to grow our business and our team members. Our vision is to enrich people’s lives by offering memorable experiences, giving back to our communities and honoring God in all that we do.

We are focused on long-term value creation and sustainable growth.
**** Our Guiding Principles:
**** Integrity, Compliance, Value Creation, Principled Entrepreneurship, Customer Focus, Knowledge, Change, Humility, Respect, & Fulfillment**# Position Summary The Destination Seller is a customer-focused, revenue-generating sales professional responsible for supporting the acquisition and conversion of group business while delivering exceptional destination experiences for prospective meeting planners. This role serves as a key liaison between Sales, Revenue Management, Catering, Operations, and external partners to ensure a seamless customer journey from inquiry through site inspection and booking.

The Destination Seller is responsible for coordinating and executing customized site visits, managing key house accounts, developing local partnerships, serving as the primary liaison with Destination Management Companies (DMCs), and identifying incremental business opportunities that enhance the resort's value proposition. This position plays a vital role in increasing group sales conversion, strengthening client relationships, and promoting the resort as the premier meetings destination in Napa Valley.#

Essential Duties & Responsibilities ## Sales Support & Business Development
* Respond promptly to inbound group sales inquiries and Requests for Proposal (RFPs) to maximize conversion opportunities.
* Support the Sales team by preparing proposals, presentations, contracts, and client correspondence.
* Coordinate with Revenue Management to ensure pricing, availability, and business opportunities align with commercial strategy.
* Manage assigned house accounts, including but not limited to
** LG**, maintaining strong client relationships and identifying opportunities for repeat and incremental business.
* Conduct proactive prospecting within assigned markets and generate new local business opportunities through networking and relationship building.
* Participate in business review meetings and contribute to sales strategy discussions.## Destination Experience & Site Inspections
* Plan, coordinate, and execute exceptional site inspections for meeting planners and prospective clients.
* Develop customized itineraries showcasing guestrooms, meeting space, dining venues, resort amenities, and local experiences.
* Script and lead engaging property tours that align with each client's meeting objectives.
* Coordinate guest room reservations, restaurant bookings, spa experiences, transportation, and personalized amenities for site visits.
* Prepare and distribute Site Alert documentation to ensure all departments are aligned on client expectations and schedules.
* Partner with Sales Managers and Executive Meeting Managers to conduct site inspections on their behalf when needed.
* Coordinate familiarization (FAM) trips for key clients and industry partners.## Local Partnerships & Market Engagement
* Develop and maintain strong relationships with local businesses, wineries, attractions, transportation providers, and community organizations to enhance client experiences.
* Serve as the primary liaison with Destination Management Companies (DMCs), ensuring seamless coordination of off-site events, transportation, team-building activities, and destination experiences.
* Identify strategic partnerships that create incremental revenue opportunities and enhance the resort's competitive positioning.
* Represent the resort at local networking events, industry meetings, trade shows, and community organizations.
* Promote the resort as a premier destination for meetings, conferences, and incentive travel.##…