National Account Manager - Mid-Atlantic Market

Mid-Atlantic Market Experience Preferred!The information below covers the role requirements, expected candidate experience, and accompanying qualifications.At Visit Tampa Bay, we combine a fun, collaborative culture with a passion for showcasing one of the nation's most vibrant destinations. Our team enjoys competitive benefits, professional development opportunities, generous paid time off, and a supportive work environment that values innovation and work-life balance. If you're excited about using group sales knowledge and sales data to help drive tourism success, you'll find a rewarding career and great teammates here.ResponsibilitiesManage accounts within designated market segment and work toward individual sales targetsHave an in-depth knowledge of Tampa products to promote our diverse and culture-rich destinationDriven to seek out new meeting and convention leadsManage leads and distributions of RFPs to hotel partnersNegotiate and mediate clients' and partners' information to create accurate and winning bidsDynamically and confidently deliver bid presentations to prospectsEnsure clients and partners always experience a welcoming and hospitable environmentUse creativity to plan and execute customer FAMs, site visits, and eventsAccurately update and manage client information, correspondence, and activity in CRMEducation Experience and QualificationsDegree from an accredited college or university in Tourism/Hospitality preferredMUST have a minimum of 5 to 7 years of hotel group sales, convention center sales, or DMO group business experience, ideally in the Mid-Atlantic marketMust possess strong communication and customer service skillsMust be knowledgeable with presentation software programs and customer databasesMust be organized, detail-oriented, and self-motivatedMust be able to work on-site in the downtown Visit Tampa Bay's officeHave availability on some weekends and eveningsMust be able xhyhwjd to travel out of town 30% of time for industry events and client presentationsCompensation and BenefitsCompetitive salary is commensurate with experienceIncentive pay for completion of goals100% company-paid employee benefits: health, dental, vision, life, and disabilityHSA/FSA with Company contributionsCompany 5% matched 401(k) plan eligibility after 90-days employmentGenerous paid time off10+ holidays per yearOngoing career training and developmentCompany-paid downtown parkingCellphone reimbursementTuition reimbursement