Sales Manager

Holiday Inn Express Kansas City Downtown

Sales Manager

Kansas City, MO
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    We're looking for an active, customer-focused team player with exceptional sales skills to be the next sales manager at our busy hotel. You'll be in charge of developing a sales and marketing plan that includes soliciting new and existing accounts to meet and exceed revenue targets via outside sales calls, on-site visits and sales tours, and community networking. This energetic leader will be able to enhance revenue by researching local market trends and competition behavior to discover and close business leads. Please apply today if you have 3 years or more of experience in sales and marketing, enjoy taking on new challenges, and enjoy meeting new people! Responsibilities: • Generate new business, close deals, and increase revenue by cold calling, on-site visits and sales tours, and community networking • Plan and compile the department budget in accordance with the hotel's overall sales objectives and strategy, with the assistance of the director of sales and marketing • Study and research local market trends and competitor activity to discover potential leads • 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 Qualifications: • Must have previous sales experience working in the hospitality industry • Good organization and time management skills • Understands how to communicate, negotiate, and network effectively • At least 3 years of experience in sales management or in a leadership role in the sales department, preferably in the hospitality industry • Candidates must have a high school diploma or GED and a bachelor’s degree in business or a similar field a plus Compensation: $50,000 - $60,000

  • Compensation
    $50,000-$60,000 per year