Transient Sales Manager

One of South Florida’s most iconicproperties, Pier Sixty-Six has been transformed as the new social harbor of Fort Lauderdale. Set on 32 waterfront acres along the Intracoastal Waterway, Pier Sixty-Six is a world-class resort with over 325 guest rooms, suites and residences; 12 dining destinations including Florida’s legendary rotating cocktail lounge, Pier Top, perched on the 17th floor of the property's spire-crowned tower; Zenova Spa & Wellness, which spans 13,000 square feet and boasts the region’s first snow room; 40,000 square feet of event space; a marina promenade featuring a curated mix of restaurants, retailers and offices; and the first residential offerings at Pier Sixty-Six featuring 88 luxury condominiums and resort residences. The 164-slip Marina continues to be a host site for the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show and home of the Superyacht Village. Every space is impeccably designed to both inspire and offer effortless ease—all delivered with exceptional service and refined touches resulting in truly extraordinary experiences. 

The Resort is brought to life by more than 600 diverse and talented Team Members who create a new legacy by delivering memorable experiences and stellar service to our guests and residents. We foster a caring culture for our team, with state-of-the-art facilities, a first-class employee dining room, and—most importantly—a focus on you as an individual, including your welfare and wellbeing. Pier Sixty-Six invites dedicated, energetic, and polished hospitality enthusiasts eager for growth and stardom to join our team and enjoy highly competitive wages, comprehensive benefits, and a culture that honors and respects you. 

Pier Sixty-Six is looking for an eager and enthusiastic Transient Sales Manager to join the team. 

The Transient Sales Manager is responsible for generating room revenue and increasing market share through proactive sales efforts targeting Corporate Transient, Wholesale, Consortia, Travel Advisor, and Luxury Leisure segments. This position develops and maintains key relationships with travel professionals, wholesalers, corporate travel buyers, and luxury travel advisors to drive transient business and achieve revenue goals. The ideal candidate is a results-oriented hospitality sales professional with strong networking, negotiation, and account management skills.  The Leisure Sales Manager is tasked with the following duties, responsibilities, and assignments: 

Sales & Business Development 

• Develop and execute strategic sales plans for Corporate Transient, Wholesale, and Luxury Leisure market segments. 

• Solicit new business while maintaining and growing existing accounts to meet and exceed revenue goals. 

• Identify and pursue new account opportunities through prospecting, networking, industry events, and market research. 

• Conduct sales calls, virtual presentations, property tours, and client entertainment activities. 

• Negotiate rate agreements and contracts in alignment with hotel revenue strategies. 

• Manage annual account reviews, RFP submissions, and contract renewals. 

Corporate Transient Market 

• Develop relationships with corporate travel managers, relocation, and business travel agencies. 

• Participate in RFP processes and negotiate preferred corporate agreements. 

• Monitor production and identify opportunities to increase market penetration within local and national accounts. 

Wholesale & Tour Operator Market 

• Establish and maintain partnerships with tour operators, wholesalers and receptive operators. 

• Negotiate rates and promotional opportunities. 

• Monitor production, market trends, and competitive activity to maximize revenue opportunities. 

Luxury Leisure Market 

• Build relationships with luxury travel advisors, consortia networks, and host agencies. 

• Represent the property at luxury travel events, trade shows, and industry conferences. 

• Promote hotel experiences, amenities, and packages designed for luxury travelers. 

• Maintain active engagement with key luxury programs and preferred partner networks. 

Account Management 

• Maintain accurate customer records and activity reports. 

• Track account production and develop action plans for underperforming accounts.