Hotel Event Sales Manager: Build Partnerships & Growth

Des Moines Embassy Suites - Atrium Hospitality; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 57,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career growth

401(k)

Health insurance

Paid time off

DailyPay

Tuition reimbursement

Wellness programs

Discount programs

Community service

Job summary

Des Moines Embassy Suites - Atrium Hospitality in Des Moines, IA is seeking a hotel sales professional to drive new business, manage events, and build partnerships with clients.

The role focuses on closing contracts, coordinating group bookings, and meeting revenue targets, with daily use of MS Office; prior hotel sales experience is preferred; compensation range is $57,371 to $71,714 depending on experience.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years in hotel sales, events, or marketing.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; Delphi/CI/TY experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Find and close new business by proactively reaching out to potential clients through calls, networking, site visits, and industry events—turning prospects into long‑term partners.
• Negotiate and finalize contracts that ensure clarity, accuracy, and mutual success—your attention to detail makes the difference.
• Plan and coordinate the details of each event or group booking, including space setup, timing, equipment, menus, and billing—making sure no detail gets missed.
• Create and track monthly SMART goals that align with hotel revenue targets and help you stay on course—and ahead.
• Manage existing relationships with professionalism and care, ensuring repeat business and enthusiastic referrals.
• Maintain organized, accurate records using systems like Delphi or CI/TY, so everyone stays informed and on track.

Skills

Communication

Networking

Relationship management

Negotiation

Tools

Delphi

CI/TY

MS Office

Job description

Des Moines Embassy Suites - Atrium Hospitality in Des Moines, IA is seeking a hotel sales professional to drive new business, manage events, and build partnerships with clients.

The role focuses on closing contracts, coordinating group bookings, and meeting revenue targets, with daily use of MS Office; prior hotel sales experience is preferred; compensation range is $57,371 to $71,714 depending on experience.