Group Sales Manager

The Cottonwood Hotel; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hotel Discounts

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Time Off

401K Match

Medical Coverage

Dental & Vision Coverage

Job summary

The Cottonwood Hotel in Omaha's Blackstone District seeks a dynamic Group Sales Manager to grow group business and elevate guest experiences through strategic outreach, relationship building, and effective revenue generation.

You’ll partner across departments to plan meetings, events, and memorable stays, while leveraging CRM tools and market insights to achieve revenue goals in a fast-paced luxury hospitality environment.

Qualifications

• Proven success in sales, preferably in hotel group sales or a related hospitality sales role.
• Strong prospecting, relationship-building, negotiation, and closing skills.
• A results-driven mindset with the ability to meet and exceed revenue goals.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with confidence presenting to clients and industry partners.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple accounts, priorities, and deadlines.
• The ability to analyze sales opportunities, understand market trends, and develop strategies that drive business.
• Proficiency with CRM systems, sales reporting tools, and Microsoft Office applications; hotel sales system experience is a plus.
• A collaborative approach and the ability to build strong partnerships across hotel departments.
• A bachelor’s degree in Business, Hospitality Management, Sales, or a related field is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Drive group revenue and secure new business opportunities.
• Build lasting client relationships and position The Cottonwood as a top choice for groups visiting Omaha.
• Collaborate with hotel departments to coordinate successful meetings and events.
• Sales forecasting and reporting to senior management.

Skills

Proven sales success

Relationship-building

Negotiation

Closing skills

Prospecting

Presentation skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Hospitality Management, Sales, or related field

Tools

CRM systems

Sales reporting tools

Microsoft Office

Hotel sales system experience

Job description

Property Description

At The Cottonwood, we’re more than just a boutique hotel — we’re a proud team of passionate people who care deeply about what we do, how we do it, and the impact we make in our community. Located in Omaha's vibrant Blackstone District, where history continues to come to life, our hotel stands as a modern icon with a deep-rooted legacy. Once the historic Blackstone Hotel, The Cottonwood has become a local gem, blending timeless elegance with contemporary style. Known for its stylish charm, state-of-the-art amenities, and a level of service that continually raises the bar in the hospitality industry, our hotel stands as a tribute to the past, refreshed for a new era.

Joining our team means stepping into an environment where creativity is celebrated, ideas are welcomed, and every role plays a key part in creating unforgettable guest experiences. Whether you’re welcoming guests at the front desk, crafting cocktails in our bar, or supporting behind the scenes, your work matters — and it’s appreciated. We’re proud of who we are: a team that works hard, supports one another, and genuinely loves what we do. We believe hospitality should feel personal, and that starts with how we treat each other. Here, you’ll find a collaborative, uplifting culture where you’re encouraged to grow, shine, and make a difference.

Overview

Are you a relationship-driven sales professional with a passion for hospitality, a talent for uncovering new business opportunities, and a drive to deliver exceptional results? The Kimpton Cottonwood Hotel is looking for a dynamicGroup Sales Manager to help grow our group business and elevate the guest experience at one of Omaha’s premier luxury and lifestyle destinations.

Located in the heart of the Blackstone District, The Kimpton Cottonwood blends historic charm with modern luxury, offering a distinctive setting for meetings, events, and memorable stays. As our Group Sales Manager, you will play a key role in driving group revenue, building lasting client relationships, and positioning The Cottonwood as a top choice for groups visiting Omaha. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, enjoy turning opportunities into business, and are ready to take your sales career to the next level, we want to meet you!

Qualifications

• Proven success in sales, preferably in hotel group sales or a related hospitality sales role.
• Strong prospecting, relationship-building, negotiation, and closing skills.
• A results-driven mindset with the ability to meet and exceed revenue goals.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with confidence presenting to clients and industry partners.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple accounts, priorities, and deadlines.
• The ability to analyze sales opportunities, understand market trends, and develop strategies that drive business.
• Proficiency with CRM systems, sales reporting tools, and Microsoft Office applications; hotel sales system experience is a plus.
• A collaborative approach and the ability to build strong partnerships across hotel departments.
• A bachelor’s degree in Business, Hospitality Management, Sales, or a related field is preferred.

Benefits

At The Kimpton Cottonwood, we believe hospitality is about more than a beautiful hotel. It’s about creating meaningful connections, delivering memorable experiences, and building a team that takes pride in what we do. You’ll have the opportunity to make a direct impact on our business, grow your professional network, and help shape the future of group sales at a standout Omaha destination.

Davidson Hospitality Group is an award-winning, full-service hospitality management company overseeing hotels, restaurants, dining and entertainment venues across the US. A trusted partner and preferred operator for Hilton, Hyatt, Kimpton, Marriott, and Margaritaville, Davidson offers a unique entrepreneurial management style and owners’ mentality that provides the individualized personal service of a small company, enhanced by the breadth and depth of skill and experience of a larger company. In keeping with the company’s heritage of delivering value, Davidson is comprised of four highly specialized operating verticals: Davidson Hotels, Pivot, Davidson Resorts and Davidson Restaurant Group.

In keeping with the company’s heritage of delivering value to its owners and team members, Davidson offers a rich benefit program with a variety of benefits designed to enrich the lives and well-being of our team members and their families.

• Multiple Tiers of Medical Coverage
• Dental & Vision Coverage
• 24/7 Teledoc service
• Free Maintenance Medications
• Pet Insurance
• Hotel Discounts
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid Time Off (vacation, sick, bereavement, and Holidays).
• 401K Match

Working at Davidson is like nowhere else. It’s less of a job, more of a calling. It’s part career, part revolution. Because whatever you do here, you play a part in helping redefine the way quality hospitality is delivered to our guests, our clients, our partners, and each other.

EOE AA- Minorities/Females/Vet/Disability/Gender Identity/Sexual Orientation

Davidson Hospitality is a drug free workplace. Pre-employment drug test and background check required. We participate in E-Verify.