Conference Sales Manager

Hilton Charlotte Uptown; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

GO Hilton Travel Discount

Paid vacation days

Paid sick days

Paid holidays

Health insurance plans

401(k) retirement plan with company 
&

Complimentary meals during each shift

Job summary

The Hilton Charlotte Uptown is seeking an experienced Conference Sales Manager to build relationships with meeting planners and drive group sales. The role covers lead qualification, proposal preparation, site inspections, and collaboration with hotel departments to execute events.

Qualifications include at least 1 year in hotel sales or catering and the ability to work weekends/holidays as needed, with recognition of full-service hotel experience.

Qualifications

• Experience with full-service hotel brand(s) or full service catering venues.
• 1 year of experience in hotel sales, catering, banquets or event management is preferred/required.
• Strong multi-tasking and ability to communicate with multiple hotel departments.

Responsibilities

• Create positive relationships with meeting planners from sales phase through on-site execution.
• Prospect and qualify group leads and achieve sales revenue goals.
• Handle inquiries and prepare booking proposals for clients and planners.
• Arrange site inspections, proposals and presentations for potential clients.
• Maintain accurate information in the sales system on leads, accounts and group bookings.
• Prepare group contracts, rate agreements and catering event orders.
• Conduct site inspections and hotel tours.
• Follow event management procedures and communicate with other departments.

Education

High School (Required)

Bachelor's (Preferred)

Job description

Description

The Hilton Charlotte Uptown is an upscale full-service property featuring 400 state of the art guestrooms and over 40,000 square feet of flexible event space in the heart of Uptown Charlotte. At the Hilton Charlotte Uptown, team members enjoy a positive and high-energy environment where individual contributions are valued and celebrated every day. We are currently looking for an experienced hospitality professional to become our Conference Sales Manager. Candidate must have at least one year of experience in hotel sales, catering, banquets or event management.

Key responsibilities of the Conference Sales Manager:

• Create a dynamic and positive relationships with meeting planners from sales phase through on-site execution of event.
• Actively prospect and qualify group leads and achieve sales revenue goals.
• Handle inquiries and prepare booking proposals for clients and planners.
• Arrange and conduct site inspections, proposals and presentations for potential clients.
• Maintain accurate information in sales management system on all leads, accounts and group bookings
• Manage assigned market of 40 rooms or less on peak night
• Prepare group contracts, rate agreements and catering event orders
• Conduct site inspections and hotel tours
• Ability to work weekends and/or holidays as needed based on business levels and group meeting schedules
• Follow proper event management procedures and communicate effectively with other hotel departments
• Prepare catering event orders, group resume and billing correspondence
• Strong ability to multi-task and utilize various systems including Delphi and other hotel software platforms.

Benefits at Hilton Charlotte Uptown

• Be part of a collaborative, service-focused team dedicated to creating exceptional guest experiences and gain valuable career experience
• Enjoy the GO Hilton Travel Discount program and enjoy discounts at thousands of Hilton properties worldwide.
• Access paid vacation days, paid sick days and paid holidays.
• Participate in health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance plans
• Save for the future with a 401(k) retirement plan and company match
• Enjoy the excitement of Uptown Charlotte, just steps from premier dining, entertainment, and sporting venues.
• Participate in team member appreciation events, wellness initiatives, and recognition programs.
• Enjoy complimentary meals during each shift and much more!

Hilton Charlotte Uptown is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regards to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

If you need accommodation for any part of the application process because of a medical condition or disability, please send an email to [e-mail] or call 704-331-4311 to let us know the nature of your request.

Qualifications

Experience with full-service hotel brand(s) or full service catering venues

Education

• High School (Required)
• Bachelors (Preferred)

Experience

• Preferred 1 years: Experience with full-service hotel brand(s) or full service catering venues
• Required 1 years: Experience with Catering, Banquets and/or Sales

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities