Hotel Sales
Sales
This position requires a unique blend of skills encompassing sales, marketing, and customer service. As a Sales Manager, you are accountable for developing and promoting business through proactive direct sales, marketing, telemarketing, direct mail, appointment calls, and hotel visits.
Hotel Sales Manager responsibilities
Generate new business, close deals, and increase revenue by cold calling, on-site visits and sales tours, and community networking
Identify new business leads by examining local market trends and competition activities
Establish and grow our market share by developing and maintaining relationships with major group and catering clients.
Supports the head of sales and marketing in preparing the department budget as well as the hotel's overall sales goals and strategy.
Conduct yourself as a professional representative of the hotel at various industry tradeshows, conferences, and adhere to the guidelines of the budget and marketing plan.
Qualifications
Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Hotel Management or related field preferred
Must have previous sales experience working in the hospitality industry
3-4 years of experience in sales management or in a leadership role in the sales department, preferably in hospitality
Understands how to communicate, negotiate, and network effectively
Good organization and time management skills