Group Sales Manager (Association, SMERF, Union & Corporate Sales)Alberta | Canadian Rocky MountainsStart Date: March 2, 2026If you're a hotel sales professional who wants real responsibility, strong earning potential, and a mountain lifestyle that doesn't feel temporary, this role is worth a serious look.Our client is a full-service hotel and convention centre in the heart of the Canadian Rocky Mountains, located near Banff, Alberta —a globally recognized resort town just outside Banff National Park. Their property combines well-appointed guest rooms with a multi-sectional ballroom, breakout and meeting rooms, and the ability to host everything from national conferences to multi-day association retreats.We're looking for a Group Sales Manager who is ready to take ownership of a defined portfolio and grow it. This role is ideal for a junior-to-intermediate hotel sales professional who has sold hotel rooms, understands group business fundamentals, and wants to build a long‐term career in destination hospitality sales.The RoleAs Group Sales Manager, you'll be responsible for driving group room and meeting space revenue across a diverse set of accounts, including:AssociationsSMERF (Social, Military, Educational, Religious, Fraternal)UnionsEducation and university groupsCorporate group businessYou'll manage the full sales cycle—from prospecting and lead qualification through contracting, account management, and repeat business development. This is not a "hand-off-and-wait" role. You'll be expected to understand your clients' goals and design solutions that use both guest rooms and meeting space effectively.This is an in‐office role, working closely with operations and events teams. You'll participate in MS Teams calls, virtual sales trainings, and internal strategy sessions. After one year in the role, there is potential for a hybrid schedule, based on performance and business needs,



where you could be based in Calgary or another relatively close location with occasional on‐site visits.What You'll Be DoingProactively sell group room blocks and meeting space to assigned market segmentsDevelop and grow long‐term relationships with associations, unions, and institutional clientsConduct virtual and in‐person sales calls, site inspections, and familiarization toursPrepare proposals, negotiate contracts, and close businessMaintain accurate account and pipeline data in the CRMCollaborate with conference services and operations teams to ensure smooth executionMeet and exceed quarterly KPIs tied to revenue, conversion, and account growthWho This Role Is ForYou're likely a great fit if you:Have experience selling hotel rooms (required)Have exposure to group or meetings sales (preferred, not required)Are organized, confident on sales calls, and comfortable owning a book of businessWant a role where performance is noticed and rewardedAre excited by the idea of living and working in a resort mountain town, not just visiting oneThis role is well‐suited to a junior candidate ready to level up, with robust support, training, and clearly defined expectations.Compensation & BenefitsBase salary: $65,000–$70,000Incentives: Quarterly bonus at 10% of base salary, uncapped, tied to multiple KPIsSubsidized local housing to support affordability4% RRSP employer matchFull health and dental benefitsEmployee discounts across Coast HotelsGym membership includedWhy This Role Stands OutThis is not a high‐turnover, transactional sales job. It's a chance to build expertise in destination group sales, work with meaningful organizations, and live in one of the most desirable locations in Canada—without sacrificing career progression or income stability.If you want to sell more than just rooms, grow into a confident group sales professional, and build a career that balances ambition with quality of life, we want to hear from you.Start Date: March 2, 2026Apply with confidence. This role is designed for someone ready to grow.#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Group Sales Manager - $65,000 - $70,000 A Year (Banff)
🏢 Global Hospitality
📍 Banff