The National Sales Manager is responsible for generating conference business from a national market, maximization of sales, development of potential markets and sound administration of assigned responsibilities through sensible delegation and personal attention to detail.

Essential Functions Include:

• Make personal visits, when necessary to target areas and call on Companies and Associations located in a specific market or area.
• Book meetings, conferences and social guest blocks from assigned areas.
• Dedicate majority of time to direct telephone sales.
• Rework and maintain old account files and solicit new accounts.
• Respond to all correspondence from assigned areas and trace dates for reworking and follow up.
• Set-up site inspections and follow through.
• Attend trade shows pertinent to assigned areas and attend meetings, seminars and functions through membership in association.
• Perform general office duties and assist other personnel, as required.
• Maintain a constant contact with Corporate and Association meeting planners; maintain membership and contacts in hotel industry associations.
• Maintain a working relationship with departments interacting with convention groups.
• Develop new accounts by being inquisitive of accounts we have for "spin off".
• Stay abreast of industry trends and make recommendations of changes, which would affect operations.
• Maintain accurate forecast and recap information.
• Set-up and conduct site inspections for entire property.

3 years of Group Sales Experience at hotel or resort setting preferred.

Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Aggressive, outgoing and self-motivating individual with pleasant personality.

Inclusive culture and team attitude