Job Description

Description

• Develop and execute strategic sales plans to achieve and exceed revenue targets.
• Selling guest rooms, meeting space and other services to customer groups, managing accounts, and conducting site inspections, solicits and generates business.
• Preparing and presenting effective proposals, maintaining well organized documentation and reports, utilizes systems and coordinates customer service requirements as appropriate. Assist in implementing special promotions relating to direct sales segments.
• Accurately prepares Requests for Proposals in a timely manner.
• Maximize sales occupancy and rates in conjunction with hotel operations to increase profits.
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities through networking, relationship building, and industry events.
• Maintain and grow relationships with existing clients to ensure repeat business and customer loyalty.
• Conduct site inspections and present proposals to prospective clients.
• Collaborate with the marketing team to create compelling sales materials and campaigns.
• Monitor market trends and competitor activities to identify opportunities for growth.
• Provide exceptional customer service and act as a point of contact for clients during events and stays.

• Must have a minimum of 1-3 years of hotel sales experience.
• Must be proficient in general computer knowledge.
• Bachelor\'s degree in Hospitality or Business Management is preferred. Must have selling, negotiating, business writing, and presentation skills training.
• Proven performance achieving assigned sales productivity goals.
• A strong working knowledge with the market\'s local corporate transient business accounts.
• Upscale or luxury hotel experience is preferred.
• Must possess the following strengths: high energy, entrepreneurial spirit, motivational leader, effective communicator, effective in providing exceptional customer service and ability to improve the bottom line.
• Must have excellent organizational, interpersonal and administrative skills.
• Availability to travel for tradeshows, conferences and development.

• Annual Vacation: 3 weeks
• Incentive Program: Performance-based incentives
• Benefits Package: Comprehensive health and dental coverage
• Dry-Cleaning: Complimentary service for work attire
• Business Cell Phone: Provided
• Continued Education Tuition: $500 towards related studies
• Complimentary Meal: One per shift
• On-Site Parking: Free
• Hotel Discounts: Brand discounts, Friends & Family discounts
• Monthly Credit: Monthly credit to restaurants

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