Group Sales Manager

Omni Hotels & Resorts; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Omni Richmond Hotel is seeking a Group Sales Manager to drive top-line revenue by soliciting group guestroom business and banquet space. The role collaborates with the Director of Sales & Marketing to develop relationships, present proposals, and coordinate client events in Richmond's Shockoe Slip district.

The ideal candidate is a hospitality sales professional with a passion for service, strong negotiation skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of group selling experience (hotel experience preferred).
• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong analytical and researching skills to identify prospective customers.
• Strong presentation and negotiation skills.

Responsibilities

• Drive top line revenue for the hotel by achieving budgeted room night and rate revenue goals.
• Merchandise function space to maximize food and beverage revenue potential.
• Prospect, solicit and develop relationships with accounts within the assigned market segment.
• Prepare and present proposals, respond to RFPs in a timely manner.
• Coordinate site inspections and curate personalized client experiences for prospective clients.
• Collaborate with the Global Sales Team and participate in meetings and trainings.

Skills

Group selling experience

Presentation skills

Negotiation skills

Multi-tasking

Customer relationship building

Travel as needed

Proficient MS Office

Tools

Microsoft Word

PowerPoint

Excel

Outlook

Job description

Omni Richmond Hotel
Ideally located in the heart of everything that makes Richmond a unique and special destination, the Omni Richmond Hotel is known for refined Southern hospitality in an elegant and relaxing setting. Nestled within the historic and vibrant Shockoe Slip district, our guests enjoy a location adjacent to timeless architecture, restaurants, nightlife and the scenic James River. The Omni Richmond is at the very center of Richmond's financial and legislative districts, blocks from the Virginia State Capitol.

Omni Richmond Hotel
Ideally located in the heart of everything that makes Richmond a unique and special destination, the Omni Richmond Hotel is known for refined Southern hospitality in an elegant and relaxing setting. Nestled within the historic and vibrant Shockoe Slip district, our guests enjoy a location adjacent to timeless architecture, restaurants, nightlife and the scenic James River. The Omni Richmond is at the very center of Richmond's financial and legislative districts, blocks from the Virginia State Capitol.
Omni Richmond’s associates enjoy a dynamic and exciting work environment, comprehensive training and mentoring, along with the pride that comes from working for a company with a reputation for exceptional service. We embody a culture of respect, gratitude and empowerment day in and day out. If you are a friendly, motivated person, with a passion to serve others, the Omni Richmond Hotel may be your perfect match.

Group Sales Manager

Overview

The Group Sales Manager working with our Director of Sales & Marketing, will be responsible for driving and maximizing top line revenue with the solicitation of group guestroom business and banquet event space.The ideal candidate is a highly motivated hospitalitysalesprofessional who enjoys a fast-paced environment and is passionate about interacting with our clients, guests, and associates to strategically elevate the performance and reputation of the hotel.

Responsibilities

• Drive top line revenue for hotel by achieving budgeted room night and rate revenue goals
• Merchandise function space to maximize food and beverage revenue potential
• Prospect, solicit and develop relationships and accounts within assigned market segment
• Thoroughly qualify and presentbusinessopportunities toSalesTeam
• Create custom proposals and answer RFPs in a timely manner
• Conduct site inspections by curating personalized experiences for prospective clients
• Assist in design and organization of unique client events, sharing creative and innovative ideas
• Collaborate with Omni Hotels & Resorts GlobalSalesTeam
• Participate in dailybusinessreview meetings, monthlysalesmeetings and various trainings as assigned by the Director ofSales& Marketing.
• Expertly negotiate sales agreements

Qualifications

• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
• Must have at least 3 years of group selling experience (hotel experience preferred).
• Strong analytical and researching skills to identify prospective customers.
• Strong presentation skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and re-prioritize when necessary.
• Experience in outbound solicitation, site inspections/visits with clients, and contract negotiations.
• Strong customer service and rapport building skills.
• Proficient computer skills including but not limited to Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook.
• Ability totravelas needed to represent the Hotel.

Omni Hotels & Resorts Is An Equal Opportunity/AA/Disability/Veteran Employer. The EEO Is The Law Poster Is Available Using The Following Link

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Omni Hotels & Resorts does not discriminate on the basis of any protected category with respect to the payment of wages.