Hotel Sales Manager

Courtyard by Marriott Canton

Hotel Sales Manager

Canton, OH
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Are you a dynamic salesperson 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. 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: • Develop and maintain connections with important group and catering accounts in order to maintain and expand our market share • Supports the director of sales and marketing in preparing the department budget as well as the hotel's overall sales goals and strategy • Attend various industry tradeshows and conferences as a professional representative of the hotel, while adhering to the budget and marketing plan requirements • 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 community • Analyze local market trends and competitor activity to identify business leads Qualifications: • This position requires previous work experience in a hospitality role • Good organization and time management skills • Candidates must have a high school diploma or GED and a bachelor’s degree in business or a similar field a plus • At least 3 years of experience in sales management or in a leadership role in the sales department, preferably in the hospitality industry • Demonstrated exceptional social, verbal, and negotiating abilities