25 Sep
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Gibbons Whistler
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Canada
25 Sep
Gibbons Whistler
Canada
Head of Strategic Revenue & Partnerships - Gibbons Whistler, BCWhistler, BC, CA5 days ago Requisition ID: 1608Salary Range: $110,000.00 To $170,000.00 AnnuallyWho We AreAt Gibbons Whistler, we're all about Making People Happy. Since 1979, we have been the backbone of Whistler hospitality, bringing people together through unforgettable experiences.Everything we do is rooted in our core values: Encourage Trust, Have Fun, Show Kindness, Lead With Purpose, and Commit to Excellence.The OpportunityWe're looking for a Head of Strategic Revenue & Partnerships to build and lead a new relationship-driven revenue engine across the Gibbons portfolio.This is a senior commercial leadership role for a natural relationship builder, strategic salesperson and commercially minded opportunity creator who knows how to turn conversations into business and business into long‐term partnerships.You'll identify and develop strategic relationships with corporate clients, hotels, DMCs, incentive houses, conference channels, destination partners and other key buyers, creating new revenue opportunities across the Gibbons portfolio.The goal isn't simply to generate sales. It's to build durable commercial relationships that create incremental cash contribution, repeat business, referrals and opportunities across the G‐Wheel.You'll personally be involved in opening doors, qualifying opportunities, negotiating deals and closing priority business, while also building the systems, relationships and commercial discipline that allow the capability to grow beyond any one individual.This is a role for someone who can comfortably move between relationship‐building and commercial analysis – someone who can walk into a meeting and win the relationship, then come back and understand exactly what that opportunity means for the P&L.You'll work closely with Groups, Group Experience, Operations, Membership, Finance, Revenue and other centralized teams to make sure opportunities are commercially sound, delivered well and turn into the next opportunity.Wage and Perks of the Job$110,000–$170,000 CAD based on experience and qualifications50% off food & beverage at all Gibbons venuesAdventure perks: 20% off The Adventure Group for you and your friends & familyAccommodation discounts: 20% off at The Adara Hotel and Gibbons Life CondosWellness perks:
20% off at The Spa at Whistler and a wellness stipend for applicable rolesExclusive partner discounts at local Whistler businessesSenior leadership development prospect as part of the Gibbons Senior Leadership TeamAccess to community events and staff appreciation nightsImmersive work environment in the heart of Whistler, surrounded by mountains, adventure and opportunityWhat You Bring to the Table5+ years of progressive experience in strategic sales, business development, partnerships, group sales, hospitality, tourism, events or a related commercial environmentA proven track record of personally originating, negotiating and closing business, rather than simply managing an existing sales pipelineExperience working with corporate, incentive, conference, group or strategic accounts, ideally involving multiple stakeholders, multi‐day programs or multiple business unitsA natural relationship builder who can open doors, build trust with senior decision‐makers and turn relationships into repeat business, referrals and account growthStrong commercial and financial acumen, with an understanding of pricing, contribution, commissions, concessions, delivery costs and the true economics of a dealExperience building and managing a disciplined sales pipeline and CRM process, from prospecting and qualification through to closing, handoff, follow‐up and renewalA strategic thinker who can see opportunities across the Gibbons portfolio, rather than viewing each sale as a standalone transactionStrong negotiation skills and the commercial confidence to ask for the business while protecting relationships, pricing and profitabilityExcellent communication and cross‐functional leadership skills, with the ability to bring Operations, Groups, GX, Finance and other teams into opportunities at the right timeHighly organized and action‐oriented, with the ability to manage multiple relationships, opportunities and priorities without losing momentumComfortable using CRM systems, technology, data and AI tools to research prospects, map relationships,
improve productivity and make better commercial decisionsGenuine commitment to Whistler and the Sea‐to‐Sky community, with the ability to build authentic local and destination relationshipsYour Days Will Look LikeMeeting with a hotel partner, DMC or corporate buyer and figuring out where Gibbons can create value for their next group or programProspecting, making introductions and finding the warm path into your next strategic accountBuilding account plans and turning one successful event or booking into the next conversation, referral or portfolio opportunityReviewing the sales pipeline and deciding which opportunities are real, which need attention and what the next best action is for every active dealWorking with Finance to understand the economics of an opportunity and make sure the business is profitable, not just busyCollaborating with Groups, Guest Experience and Operations to turn a commercial opportunity into a clear, well‐managed client handoffWorking with Membership and other Gibbons businesses to identify opportunities to grow the relationship across the G‐WheelConnecting with Tourism Whistler, hotels, conference channels, incentive houses and other destination partners to build new referral pathwaysUsing market intelligence, the Whistler calendar and available capacity to identify where Gibbons needs demand and where you can create itNegotiating proposals and commercial terms, confidently asking for the business and getting deals across the finish lineFollowing up after a successful program to capture feedback, identify the next opportunity and keep the relationship movingTracking contribution, conversion, repeat business, referrals and account growth to understand what's working and where the biggest opportunities areBuilding the systems and relationship intelligence in GIP so that valuable connections, learnings and opportunities become Gibbons knowledge — not just your knowledgeCome build something that lasts with Gibbons Whistler.At Gibbons Whistler, our core values—Encourage Trust, Have Fun, Show Kindness, Lead With Purpose, and Commitment to Excellence—guide everything we do. We believe that fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion is essential to living by these core values. We warmly welcome applicants of all backgrounds, identities, and experiences to join us in creating a workplace where kindness thrives and we make people happy!
📌 Head Of Strategic Revenue & Partnerships - Gibbons Whistler, Bc (Canada)
🏢 Gibbons Whistler
📍 Canada