What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Sales Manager - Embassy Suites by Hilton Portland Downtown position at Hilton?
oin Our Team at Embassy Suites by Hilton Downtown Portland
The Embassy Suites by Hilton Downtown Portland is a premier all-suite property that seamlessly blends original architecture with modern amenities. Perfectly located within walking distance of the Convention Center, Moda Center, and local theaters, this hotel is the go-to destination for business travelers and locals hosting their next soirée.
Our property offers a range of outstanding amenities including:
- Free breakfast and evening receptions
- Complimentary Wi-Fi
- Fitness center featuring a Peloton® Bike with toe cages
- Indoor pool
With its prime location and top-notch services, it's no wonder this hotel is highly sought after by visitors.
We are currently seeking a Dynamic Senior Sales Manager to join our team and take charge of the Corporate, Association, and Group Tour Markets. This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious individual with at least 2 years of experience in hotel sales, who is familiar with Delphi and has a deep understanding of the Portland market.
Hilton is proud to have an award-winning workplace culture ranking #1 Best Company To Work For in the World. We support the mental and physical wellbeing of all Team Members so they can Thrive personally and professionally in a diverse and inclusive environment, thanks to innovative programs and benefits. Hilton offers its eligible team members a comprehensive benefits package including:
- Medical Insurance Coverage – for you and your family
- Vision, Dental, Life and Disability Insurance
- Mental Health Resources
- Vacation - Paid Time Off accrual base
- Go Hilton travel discount program: 100 nights of discounted travel per calendar year
- 401(k) plan
- Access to your pay when you need it through DailyPay
- Complimentary Duty Meals served in our Team Member Restaurant
- Employee Assistant Program
- Career growth and development
- Team Member Resource Groups
- Recognition and rewards programs
The ideal candidate will have 2 years hospitality sales experience, have a passion for exceeding guest's expectations and thrive in a fast-paced environment.
What will I be doing?
Specifically, you would be responsible for the following:
- Responsibly represent the hotel through making proposals and other external sales presentations to prospective customers to solicit, explain, negotiate and close hotel sales. Utilize discretion and authority to negotiate contracts and commit company with customers and establish agreements with vendors.
- Travel and engage in sales activities outside of the hotel to meet with and entertain customers and prospective customers, participate in tradeshows, and industry and community events to promote facilities, to make proposals, maintain contacts, and to close deals.
- Write proposals and/or contracts to advise prospective groups for meeting space and/or banquet date, space and rate availability for Corporate, Association and Group Tour. Develop and quote prices for same.
- Attend weekly sales departmental meeting and other scheduled meetings to support business operations, e.g., tentative review, lost business review, group-pick up, etc.
- Conduct site inspections and property tours with potential customers, visiting guest rooms, meeting space and banquet facilities, as well as other hotel facilities
What are we looking for?
Since being founded in 1919, Hilton has been a leader in the hospitality industry. Today, Hilton remains a beacon of innovation, quality, and success. This continued leadership is the result of our Team Members staying true to our Vision, Mission, and Values. Specifically, we look for demonstration of these Values:
- Hospitality - We're passionate about delivering exceptional guest experiences.
- Integrity - We do the right thing, all the time.
- Leadership - We're leaders in our industry and in our communities.
- Teamwork - We're team players in everything we do.
- Ownership - We're the owners of our actions and decisions.
- Now - We operate with a sense of urgency and discipline
In addition, we look for the demonstration of the following key attributes:
- Quality
- Productivity
- Dependability
- Customer Focus
- Adaptability
What will it be like to work for Hilton?
Hilton is the leading global hospitality company, spanning the lodging sector from luxurious full-service hotels and resorts to extended-stay suites and mid-priced hotels. For nearly a century, Hilton has offered business and leisure travelers the finest in accommodations, service, amenities and value. Hilton is dedicated to continuing its tradition of providing exceptional guest experiences across its global brands. Our vision “to fill the earth with the light and warmth of hospitality” unites us as a team to create remarkable hospitality experiences around the world every day. And, our amazing Team Members are at the heart of it all!
