Hotel Sales Manager

DescriptionAre you a dynamic sales person who can boost income by researching local market trends and competitors in order to identify and close business leads? You might be just what our busy hotel is looking for in our next sales manager. You'll be in charge of creating a sales and marketing strategy that includes soliciting new and existing accounts in order to reach and exceed revenue targets through outside sales calls, on-site visits and sales tours, and community networking. Our ideal candidate has 2 years or more of hotel sales experience, enjoys new challenges, and enjoys meeting new people. Apply today if this describes you!Responsibilities•Attend various industry tradeshows and conferences as a professional representative of the hotel, while adhering to the budget and marketing plan requirements•Establish and grow our market share by developing and maintaining relationships with major group and catering clients•Collaborate on creating and planning the department budget with the director of sales and marketing to align overall sales objectives and strategies for the hotel•Identify new business leads by examining local market trends and competition activities•Solicit new and existing accounts to meet and exceed revenue targets through outside sales calls, on-site visits and sales tours, and networking in the local communityQualifications•2 plus years of hotel sales experience•Demonstrated exceptional social, verbal, and negotiating abilities•Must have previous sales experience working in the hospitality industry•High school diploma or GED, and bachelor's degree in business or related field preferred•Outstanding organizational skills and time management