Sales Manager

Magnolia Plantation & Gardens is one of Americas oldest and most treasured public gardens. Located along the scenic Ashley River in Charleston South Carolina Magnolia is a nationally recognized cultural and natural destination known for its rich history impressive gardens and diverse ecosystems. Open year-round the property welcomes guests worldwide to experience various offerings including historic house tours curated garden walks wildlife viewing nature trails and a range of memorable group and private events. Committed to preserving its legacy while creating meaningful connections through history horticulture and nature Magnolia offers unforgettable experiences that educate inspire and delight.

The Sales Manager is a key contributor responsible for growing revenue across venue rentals group tours private events and specialty programs. This role leads the full sales cyclefrom lead generation and client engagement to proposal contract and final booking. In addition to managing their pipeline the Sales Manager will work cross-departmentally to support and train staff on sales practices strengthen sales efforts organization-wide and ensure consistency in guest communication and service standards. This position is critical in driving sales strategy maintaining key relationships and delivering exceptional client experiences that reflect Magnolias mission and values.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage all inbound sales inquiries and proactively generate new business opportunities.
• Develop customized proposals negotiate terms and execute contracts
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records in the CRM system
• Collaborate with guest services events marketing and operations to ensure seamless client handoffs and event delivery
• Train and guide frontline staff and other departments on sales-related best practices and brand standards
• Monitor industry trends pricing and competitor offerings to refine sales strategy
• Represent Magnolia at networking events trade shows and industry functions
• Track and report on sales performance and client feedback
• Build and maintain strong relationships with planners travel groups vendors and community partners
• Represent a team-player spirit when assigned other duties and projects as required

• Bachelors degree in Hospitality Business Communications or a related field
• 35 years of experience in hospitality event or destination sales
• Proven track record of meeting or exceeding individual sales goals
• Strong organizational and communication skills with attention to detail
• Experience with CRM systems (e.g. Salesforce Tripleseat) and Microsoft Office Suite
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively across teams
• Availability to work occasional evenings weekends and holidays based on event needs

We are pleased to offer a competitive annual salary starting at $50000 along with commission opportunities aligned with industry standards.

Benefits

Employee Benefits

• Magnolia realizes the importance of a healthy work/life balance and offers a generous amount of PTO Sick Days & Paid Holidays
• Happy Birthday.. off! If you are scheduled to work on your special day you can request 8 hours of pay
• Magnolia contributes 80% of medical premiums for employee-only coverage and 40% to all other levels of coverage
• No cost $10000 life & accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D) insurance
• 401K retirement plan matching at 3%
• Wellness tools (health assessment and online programs to help you meet your goals)
• Discount program (helps you save on health products and services)
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Program (helps in all aspects of life from emotional well-being legal and financial help) behavioral telehealth/virtual providers and services no-cost diabetic meters and enhanced maternity program

Employee Discounts

• Experience our history horticulture and nature with your loved ones! Employees can host their immediate family members (on non-scheduled working days) to Magnolia! This includes free admission to the gardens and to all tours. If immediate family members visit during an employees scheduled working day eligible family members are welcome to visit the gardens with free admission. Please contact the Welcome Center for more information.
• Save 50% on all on-site venue rentals (includes standard fees) 40% off at our charming Gift Shop and meal discounts at our impeccable Peacock Cafe!
• Employees and their immediate family members can join Community Events for free!
• Enjoy discounted pricing for Magnolias prime Special Events
• Earn your Reciprocal Admission Pass after your first 90 days! This gold pass allows you and one guest free admittance to over 40 participating attractions such as: SC Aquarium SpiritLine Cruises Charleston County Parks Childrens Museum of the Lowcountry and many more!
• Team Members are provided company branded uniform items at no cost!

Training & Development

• No-cost continuing education training for current licenses that benefit both you and MPC
• Limitless internal training and development opportunities!

Additional Perks

• It really pays! Referral bonus for an employees referral that is hired and completes three months of service. $500 for full-time hires and $250 for part-time hires.
• Accept your own stainless steel Magnolia logoed bottle perfect for preserving our environment and keeping your drinks hot or cold (up to 24 hours)
• 6mi of Biking and Walking Trails for you to use

Required Experience:

Manager