Group Sales Manager - HGI/Canopy Chicago

schultehotelcareers; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Daily Pay

Telemedicine

Health Insurance

401k with company match

Paid Parental Leave

Paid Time Off

Holiday Pay

Pet Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Discounts on event tickets and more

Job summary

Schulte Hospitality Group is seeking a dynamic Group Sales Manager to lead hotel group sales efforts in Chicago. You will drive account growth by delivering superior service, negotiating contracts, and expanding our client base through proactive outreach.

The role demands a strategic, results-driven mindset and the ability to work closely with the DOS/GM to meet revenue targets. Ideal candidates will have hospitality sales experience, strong communication skills, and a proven track record of

Qualifications

• Outgoing personality and professional image.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate with hotel service team to deliver exceptional customer service.
• Demonstrated ability to meet sales goals and drive revenue growth.
• Proactive, fast-paced sales mindset; flexible hours including evenings/weekends/holidays.

Responsibilities

• Learn hotel brand and strategy to drive group sales.
• Grow share of account by delivering service excellence across customer experiences.
• Identify and solicit new accounts via telemarketing, appointments, site tours, and proposals.
• Negotiate contracts and pricing to meet revenue goals.
• Prepare and present timely proposals and responses to RFPs.
• Maintain client base of associations and corporate groups through direct sales efforts.
• Monitor competitor activity and contribute to quarterly/annual marketing plans.

Skills

Outgoing personality

Professional image

Written and verbal communication

Team collaboration

Sales goal achievement

Proactive sales approach

Time management

Revenue management awareness

Flexible hours

Education

High School diploma

Job description

Schulte Hospitality Group is seeking a dynamic, service-oriented Group Sales Manager to join our team! SHG is an organization whose success is rooted in its service culture. Our mission is to exude hospitality, be respectful and authentic, prioritize the needs of our internal and external stakeholders above our own, and continuously strive to make a positive impact in all we do. We are passionate hoteliers eager to add like-minded people to our rapidly growing team!

What's in it for you? When you join SHG you'll be part of a team committed to an inclusive, employee-focused workplace that is invested in your development. We want you to feel engaged, empowered, and excited to grow with us. After all, we believe our greatest and most valuable asset is our people! SHG provides a rewarding, fun and flexible work environment, exciting perks, an atmosphere designed to encourage and promote career growth within the company and a robust benefit package including, but not limited to:

Work Today, Get Paid today, with Daily Pay!

Free Telemedicine and Virtual Mental Health care access for All Associates starting day one!

Multiple Health Insurance and Life Insurance options

401k Plan + Company Match

Paid Parental Leave

Paid Time Off

Holiday Pay

Pet Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Schulte Savings Marketplace Discounts on event tickets, electronics, gym memberships + more!

OUR COMPANY:

Schulte Hospitality Group is a division of Schulte Companies, a leading third-party management company with deep, multi-generational experience in all facets of the hospitality industry. We are a diverse team of innovative hoteliers and restauranteurs operating more than 200 locations across 38 states and 3 countries. Our portfolio includes a wide array of reputable brands like Marriott, Hilton, IHG and Hyatt as well as many unique, independent, boutique and lifestyle properties and restaurants.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Responsible for learning the hotel brand and strategy
• Drive customer loyalty in order to grow share of the account by delivering service excellence throughout each customer experience
• Identifies and solicits new accounts from telemarketing, appointments, site tours, cold calls, and inquiries via email, phone, and in person interactions
• Provides advice to clients on all aspects of hotel facilities and services when proposing and contacting groups and events
• Establishes client base of organizations, associations, and corporate businesses through direct sales efforts to secure business for the hotel
• Negotiates food and beverage, function space, room rates, and hotel services that meet or exceed hotel revenue goals
• Achieve all predetermined sales goals for revenue and sales activity
• Negotiate contracts according to company standards
• Ensure all pertinent aspects of solicitation, closing, and customer communications are complete and documented
• Conducts tours of the hotel and banquet facilities; entertains qualified potential clients in accordance with company and property policies and procedures
• Provide prompt and accurate responses to all client requests for proposals and information
• Consistently meet or exceed sales goals including predetermined revenue and sales activity
• Monitors local competitors and compares their operation with his/her operation
• Completes daily/weekly/monthly reports as directed by the DOS/GM
• Participate in Quarterly/Annual Business and Marketing Plans, assist with budget process
• Provide prompt and accurate responses to all client requests for proposals and information
• Perform various other duties as assigned to meet business objectives

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Minimum of High School education, post-high school education preferred
• Minimum of two (2) years in hotel service role or sales experience preferred

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Outgoing personality
• Always maintains a professional image through appearance and dress
• Ability to work collaboratively with hotel service team in providing exceptional customer service
• Clear, concise written and verbal communication skills
• Demonstrate ability to achieve sales goals
• Proactive sales approach; assertive and fast paced, driven to succeed
• Excellent time management skills
• Understands need time strategy as developed by Revenue Management
• Must have flexible work hours that may include evenings, weekends, and holidays

*The hiring process may consist of a phone interview, manager(s) interview, drug screen, background check, reference checks, and potential employment assessment. This job description is only intended to provide a general description of the benefits and compensation applicable to this position. Paid Time Off (PTO) is available for eligible associates in accordance with the Company's Paid Time Off policy. Specific compensation and benefit details will be discussed during the interview process.

*Schulte Hospitality Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer.