Sales Manager

Bismarck Radisson Hotel; Regina; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in hospitality seeks a dynamic Sales Manager to drive revenue and maximize profitability. In this role, you will support the Director of Sales by overseeing sales strategies, maintaining client relationships, and actively soliciting business in various market segments. Your efforts will directly influence hotel occupancy and revenue levels, making a significant impact on the hotel's success. Join a team dedicated to excellence in service and hospitality, where your contributions will be valued and rewarded. If you are passionate about sales and customer relations, this opportunity is perfect for you!

Benefits

Medical and Dental Insurance

PTO

Competitive Pay

401(k) Retirement Savings Plan

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Hotel Room Discounts

Ongoing Training and Career Development

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of sales and marketing experience required.
• Strong knowledge of spreadsheets and word processing software.
• Effective communication skills with staff and guests.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing a sales plan for the hotel and conference center.
• Participate in property sales meetings and client meetings.
• Generate revenues and enhance customer satisfaction.

Skills

Sales and Marketing Experience

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Knowledge of Catering Software

Knowledge of Advertising Mediums

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Some College Preferred

Tools

Spreadsheets

Word Processing Software

Catering Software

Hotel Front Desk POS Systems

Job description

Job Summary: The sales manager is responsible to support and represent the Director of Sales (DOS) in maximizing sales opportunities and profitability for the hotel and event center by selling and booking hotel rooms and event space. They will share responsibility for overseeing, prospecting, qualifying and maintaining new and existing accounts in the corporate, corporate group and convention group (including SMERF) market segments for the hotel. They will learn to plan strategies and solicit hotel business focusing on increasing hotel revenues and occupancy levels, through yield management practices and active solicitation in assigned market segments.

Benefits

• Medical and Dental Insurance
• PTO
• Competitive Pay
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
• Life Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Hotel Room Discounts
• Ongoing Training and Career Development

Responsibilities

• Assist DOS in developing an aggressive and market appropriate on-going sales building plan for the booking of the hotel and conference center, with cooperation and direction from the General Manager.
• Participate in a weekly/monthly property sales meeting process with Sales Staff, Hotel General Manager, Catering Director, Department staff management meetings, Pre and post conference client meetings, CVB Director and staff.
• Actively participate in greeting and other guest relations work in a hands-on manner for the property’s business conference or association clients when they are having a function or event.
• Participate and assist with contracts and booking details for business conference or association groups and events needing function space and sleeping rooms. Refer food and beverage arrangements to Catering Director.
• Generate revenues and make a positive impact on the hotels’ gross operating profit and customer satisfaction/service standards.
• Help design, complete, prepare and participate with follow-up action steps for sales calls in designated market segments, in cooperation with the overall Sales Department mission.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required. Some college preferred.
• Experience: 2-5 years of sales and marketing experience required. Some prior catering sales experience preferred.
• Licenses or Certificates: State requirements.
• Ability to use computer for daily work. Strong knowledge of spreadsheets, word processing, advertising and photo software.
• Possess working knowledge of catering software and hotel front desk POS systems.
• Communicate effectively with staff and guests, verbally and in writing. This being done with a strong understanding of the English language.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees and customers.
• Possess strong interpersonal, sales and marketing experience and skill. Demonstrate organizational, planning and goal setting skills.
• Possess extensive demographic knowledge of region, state, city hotel and conference center competitive market.
• Possess extensive knowledge and skill working with marketing and advertising mediums: print, TV, radio, and social media.
• Knowledge of food and beverage menus, presentation of food and beverage items, food delivery, guest service and room setup helpful.
• Follow written and verbal instructions. Act independently with minimal supervision.
• Good driving record and able to drive a car for travel.
• Thorough knowledge of federal, state and local laws governing equal employment opportunity and civil rights, occupational safety and health, wage and hour issues, labor relations, and corporate and property-specific policies.
• Exert well-paced ability to maneuver between functions occurring simultaneously.
• Occasionally lift up to 25 lbs.
• Sit at keyboard during long periods of time.
• Climb steps in hotels that do not provide elevators.
• Travel by car frequently.

About Us:At Regency Hotel Management, hospitality is who we are—and what we do best. Since 1965, we've been leaders in driving maximum profit while creating asset value for clients. Our team of hotel management experts provides thoughtful, hands-on guidance inspired by years of professional experience. Our teams across our multiple locations are always growing, and we're looking for motivated individuals to join us!

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