Account Executive Sales

Legends Global operates Sky View Observatory (“SVO”), an innovative guest experience on the 73rd floor of the Columbia Center located in Downtown Seattle. Breathtaking 360-degree panoramic views include Mt. Rainier, Bellevue, the Cascade Mountains, Mt. Baker, Elliott Bay, the Olympic Mountains, the Space Needle and much more.

The Sales Account Executive is responsible for building, maintaining and growing partner relationships with key segments within the travel trade industry including FITs, concierges, and tour operators. Sales Account Executive will leverage partner relationships to maximize volume and revenue in addition to increasing marketing visibility for the overall SVO brand within the contracted B2B and B2C channels.

The Sales Account Executive is also responsible for sourcing and selling ticket packages to designated Group Sales clients within the public and/or tourism space on a year-round basis. This position will be prospected through a highly proactive approach including outbound calls and face-to-face appointments. This includes upselling new and existing products to improve the client experience and cultivating referrals and leads.

• Achieve monthly & yearly ticket and revenue targets set forth by management
• Provide superior service to current clients, partners, and prospects, including managing the booking process from lead generation to reservation, invoicing, payment and ticket fulfillment
• Generating new sales leads through self-prospecting, current client networks, and other company provided resources
• Oversee Sky View’s FIT/OTA, concierge and tour operator programs and identify areas to grow each segment
• Manage and expand Skyview’s network of resellers and ensure strong presence within travel trade
• Oversee Skyview’s relationship with the local hotel sector to drive additional volume and revenue through this channel
• Oversee Skyview’s relationship with local, domestic, and international tour operators to maximize volume
• Maintain up-to-date client communication within the internal CRM (Salesforce)
• Foster a consistent dialogue and maintain alignment with Legends Global Attractions corporate support to leverage the attractions portfolio where relevant and support the development of best practice
• Retain and grow business through consistent communication by phone, face-to-face/virtual meetings, and e-mail
• Assist with Marketing campaigns as needed, related to our partnerships.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty with energy and enthusiasm. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Possession of problem-solving capabilities to address and resolve issues. When necessary, must be an effective negotiator, comfortable in both complex negotiations as well as sophisticated business situations Strong communication and interpersonal skills — diplomatic, tactful, customer-focused with professional phone manner and ability to interact with a variety of clients Ability to work flexible hours, as well as nights, weekends, holidays as required Experience with Salesforce is a plus Bilingual a plus

Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in marketing, sales, sponsorship, communications, business or related field

Proven track record of meeting or exceeding sales goals. Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship building skills. Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple accounts simultaneously. Proficiency in CRM systems (Salesforce preferred)…