Catering & Event Sales Manager

The 9 Group; Knoxville (TN); Sur place; USD 60 000 - 90 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off

401(k) opportunities

Free on-site parking

Free employee meals

Employee discounts at IHG hotels

Résumé du poste

Crowne Plaza Knoxville Downtown University is seeking a motivated Sales Manager to drive revenue by developing new business and strengthening partnerships with corporate accounts, groups, and local organizations. You will lead outside sales efforts, build relationships, and curate proposals to close opportunities.

Join a premier downtown hotel team focused on delivering exceptional guest experiences and strategic growth, with competitive salary, benefits, and opportunities for advancement.

Qualifications

• Hospitality or hotel sales background is preferred.
• Strong communication and relationship-building abilities.
• Ability to identify opportunities, solve problems and close business.

Responsabilités

• Develop and execute sales strategies to increase revenue and market share.
• Prospect corporate accounts, local businesses, and organizations.
• Conduct outside sales calls, client visits, and property tours.
• Create proposals and negotiate agreements to close business.
• Maintain accurate sales activity, accounts, and revenue forecasts.
• Represent the hotel at community events and industry functions.

Connaissances

Relationship-building

Sales experience

Communication

Negotiation

Organization

Independence

Description du poste

Crowne Plaza Knoxville Downtown University

Are you a relationship builder with a passion for hospitality and sales? Join our team play a key role in driving the success of an award winning, premier full-service hotel in downtown Knoxville. We are looking for a motivated, outgoing sales professional who enjoys connecting with businesses, creating partnerships, and turning opportunities into long-lasting relationships.

As our Sales Manager, you will be responsible for growing hotel revenue by developing new business, strengthening existing partnerships, and positioning the hotel as the preferred choice for corporate travelers, groups, and local organizations.

What You’ll Do:

• Develop and execute sales strategies to increase hotel revenue and market share.
• Prospect and build relationships with corporate accounts, local businesses, government organizations, and community partners.
• Conduct outside sales calls, client visits, networking activities, and property tours.
• Identify new opportunities and convert leads into confirmed business.
• Manage and grow assigned accounts through consistent communication and exceptional service.
• Create proposals, negotiate agreements, and close business opportunities.
• Partner with hotel leadership and operations teams to ensure outstanding guest experiences.
• Maintain accurate sales activity, account information, and revenue forecasts.
• Stay connected with local market trends and competitor activity to identify growth opportunities.
• Represent the hotel at community events, industry functions, and networking opportunities.

What We’re Looking For:

• Previous hotel sales, hospitality, or related sales experience preferred.
• Strong communication, organization, and relationship-building skills.
• A self-motivated individual who thrives in a goal-driven environment.
• Ability to identify opportunities, solve problems, and close business.
• Professional presence with excellent presentation and negotiation skills.
• Ability to work independently while being part of a collaborative team.
• A passion for creating memorable experiences for guests and clients.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary with sales incentive opportunities
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off
• 401(k) opportunities
• Free on-site parking
• Free employee meals
• Employee discounts at IHG hotels worldwide
• Opportunities for professional growth and advancement