Dual Sales Manager

Description

The Dual Sales Manager is responsible for bringing new business to the hotel as well as maintaining existing relationships. The Sales Manager is also responsible for networking with potential clients, managing accounts, maintaining a loyal customer base, and assisting with hotel sales and marketing strategies.

This position will support the sales and marketing strategies for the TownePlace Suites by Marriott in Thornton, CO and the Hampton by Hilton in Westminster.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Analyzes current client base and target market for the hotel.
• Devises new ways to expand our client base.
• Develops promotional and advertising materials for the hotel.
• Oversees distribution of marketing materials.
• Reaches out to groups, organizations and businesses that might require a hotel for conferences and events.
• Meets with representatives from these companies to explain the hotel’s merits and amenities.
• Networks with event planners to encourage hotel bookings.
• Processes payments and apply discounts as necessary.
• Addresses and resolves any issues or complaints regarding sales, marketing, or catering.
• Ensures that guests are enjoying their stay at the hotel and that large group needs are met.
• Maintains positive relationships with clients to encourage repeat and recurring business.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Demonstrates strong organizational skills.
• Exhibits excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Is willing and able to travel to establish and maintain client networks.
• Demonstrates ability to think creatively and analytically.
• Is capable of creating and maintaining a large client network.
• Demonstrates familiarity with budget software and financial management.
• Communicates clearly and effectively.
• Possesses strong leadership skills.
• Is familiar with the workings of the hotel and hospitality industry.
• Demonstrates strong persuasive and negotiation skills.
• Works well with a variety of different individuals.

Qualifications

Education And Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 1 year of hotel Sales experience, a plus
• 1 year of hotel experience, a plus
• Previous clerical or secretarial skills a plus

A review of this description has excluded the marginal functions of the position that are incidental to the performance of fundamental job duties. All duties and requirements are essential job functions. This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the associate occupying this position. Associates will be required to perform any other job-related duties assigned by their supervisor.

Salary : $65,000 - $75,000