Hotel Area Sales Manager

Our Hotel Area Sales Manager is a vital member of our dynamic hotel teams. This position is primarily responsible for the sales at our Edgewater Hotel and Waterpark, The Days Inn Duluth Lakewalk, and the Best Western Bridgeview in Superior. This position will also support sales at the Inn on Lake Superior in Canal Park. Our Sales Manager works closely with the Regional Director of Sales, the revenue management team, and hotel general managers. They develop corporate accounts, build relationships with meeting planners, travel agencies and group contacts to promote the sale of hotel guest rooms and meeting room space.

Benefits:

This position provides:

Base salary

A monthly bonus program

Health, Dental insurance and Vision Discount plans

Paid Time Off after only 60 days employment

401k plan to help you plan for your future

Discounted hotel rooms across the country

A great work environment with an engaged team

This job might be for you if you can:

Discover new sales opportunities through cold calls weekly.

Conduct maintenance visits with your top accounts monthly.

Be responsible for specific markets which include but may not be limited to Corporate accounts, government, and FIT’s.

Enjoy and are aware of local activities and attend functions to represent the hotel such as chamber meetings, travel shows, and other opportunities.

Handle incoming sales calls and conduct property tours with potential customers.

Maintain an organized filing system of accounts and complete all necessary sales paperwork

Communicate bookings and customer needs to onsite hotel employees in order to provide a smooth transition

Participate in monthly sales meetings with new ideas and sales opportunities.

Uncover new sales business in neighboring cities.

We need someone who:

Is energetic, enthusiastic, and highly motivated.

Has knowledge of the surrounding community and its current events.

Communicates effectively to create a great impression in writing, telephone, and personal meeting situations.

Has experience with outside sales, including cold calling, networking, and generating leads independently.

Hospitality Sales experience is a plus, including Hotel Front Desk experience, Hotel Sales experience, or property management experience.

Is located within a commutable distance to Duluth, MN or Superior, WI.

ZMC Hotels prides itself on being a company where everyone can learn and grow. However you identify and whatever background you bring with you, please apply. All are welcome here!