Sales Manager

Job description

Additional Information: This hotel is owned and operated by an independent franchisee, Columbia Sussex Corporation. The franchisee is a separate company and a separate employer from Marriott International, Inc.  The franchisee solely controls all aspects of the hotel’s employment policies and practices, including hiring, firing, discipline, staffing, compensation, benefits, and all other terms and conditions of employment.  If you accept a position at this hotel, you will be employed by a franchisee and not by Marriott International, Inc.

 

What you will be doing:
Ensure prompt and courteous service is extended to both internal and external customers.
Ensure the achievement of sales objectives on a monthly, quarterly, and yearly basis.
Solicit group business through action plan preparation and execution.
Maintain accounts, contact, activity, and business details within the appropriate software applications.
Work closely with Catering and Front Office to ensure all details of the contract were signed and delivered.
Prepare weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual reports, as required.
Balance operational, administrative, and Colleague needs.
Follow corporate as well as departmental policies and procedures.
Follow all safety policies.
Establish parameters, and quotes, and negotiate prices, confirmed by a written contract.
Participate in tradeshows, conventions, and promotional events within the hotel and trade-related organizations.
Solicit, confirm, and coordinate Special Corporate and Group Sales.
Handle customer inquiries and lead requests for groups.
Work with customers to align customer preferences with brand needs and actively up-sell each business opportunity to maximize revenues and drive customer loyalty.
Other duties as assigned.

The ideal candidate for this position:
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, required.
Strong interpersonal and problem-solving abilities.
Highly responsible & reliable & organized.
Ability to focus attention on guest needs, remaining calm and courteous at all times.
Consistently offer professional, friendly, and engaging service.
High school diploma or GED.
2-year or 4-year degree from an accredited university in Business Administration, Marketing, Hotel, and Restaurant Management, or a related major is preferred.
2-year experience in the hospitality industry preferred.

Pay : $60K-$75K BOE
Benefits:
Medical, Dental, and Vision.
Short- and Long-Term Disability and Life Insurance.
401(k).
Paid Time Off to include Vacation, Holidays, & Sick.
Complimentary and Discounted Rooms.
Travel Benefits.

 

This company is an equal opportunity employer.

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