Sales Manager

Commonwealth Hotels; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits begin day one

401(k) with company match

Next Day Pay

Vacation, Personal Days, and Holidays

Hotel, food & beverage discounts

Online training courses

Employee Assistance Program

Jury Duty Leave & Bereavement Leave

Job summary

Sonesta ES Suites New Orleans Convention Center in New Orleans, LA, is seeking a Hotel Sales Manager to lead the sales team and drive revenue growth across corporate, travel agents, and group bookings.

The ideal candidate will build and maintain strong client relationships, set and monitor sales targets, and collaborate with events, marketing, and operations to maximize revenue opportunities.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Demonstrated experience with a strong focus on guest satisfaction.
• Exceptional ability to manage time effectively in a fast‑paced environment.
• Excellent skills for engaging with guests and collaborating with team members seamlessly.

Responsibilities

• Lead the sales department and drive revenue growth.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key clients, corporate partners, and travel agents to drive business.
• Set and monitor sales targets, ensuring the team meets or exceeds revenue objectives.
• Work with the events team to secure and manage group bookings, conferences, and special events.
• Develop and oversee promotional campaigns, advertising, and marketing initiatives to attract guests.
• Provide regular sales reports, forecasts, and performance analysis to hotel management.
• Represent the hotel at industry events, trade shows, and networking opportunities to promote the hotel’s services and build brand awareness.
• Work closely with other hotel departments, such as operations and front desk, to ensure a seamless guest experience and maximize revenue opportunities.

Skills

Client relationships

Sales planning

Event coordination

Promotional campaigns

Forecasting & reporting

Brand representation

Cross-department collaboration

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Location: Sonesta ES Suites New Orleans Convention Center

New Orleans, LA

Job Id:3264

# of Openings:0

Join Our Team at Sonesta ES Suites New Orleans Convention Center!

Sonesta ES Suites New Orleans Convention Center seeks a top-performing Hotel Sales Manager.

About Us:

Experience the warmth of Southern hospitality at Sonesta ES Suites New Orleans Convention Center. Feel right at home with our complimentary breakfast and coffee each morning, plus everyday treats to enhance your stay. Spread out in our spacious suites, complete with fully equipped kitchens. Make use of our amenities and features, including an outdoor pool and patio, free Wi‑Fi, on‑site parking, laundry services, and more.

Discover the highlights of New Orleans from our suite hotel, ideally situated near the top local attractions. Stay minutes from the National World War II Museum, Caesars Superdome, and Jackson Square. And if you’re searching for a hotel near Tulane University or Loyola University, Sonesta ES Suites is conveniently located just a short drive from both campuses. Extend Your Expectations with Sonesta ES Suites.

What’s In It for You?

• Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, Dental, and Vision – BENEFITS BEGIN DAY ONE!
• Financial Perks: 401(k) with company match, NEXT DAY PAY, and flexible spending accounts
• Time Off: Vacation, Personal Days, and Holiday Pay
• Exclusive Discounts: Hotel, food, and beverage savings for personal travel
• Professional Growth: Online training courses
• Additional Support: Employee Assistance Program, Jury Duty Leave, Bereavement Leave, and more

Key Responsibilities for the Hotel Sales Manager include:

The Hotel Sales Manager is responsible for leading the sales department and driving revenue growth.

• Client Relationship Management: Build and maintain strong relationships with key clients, corporate partners, and travel agents to drive business.
• Sales Targets: Set and monitor sales targets, ensuring the team meets or exceeds revenue objectives.
• Event Planning Coordination: Work with the events team to secure and manage group bookings, conferences, and special events.
• Promotional Activities: Develop and oversee promotional campaigns, advertising, and marketing initiatives to attract guests.
• Reporting and Analysis: Provide regular sales reports, forecasts, and performance analysis to hotel management.
• Brand Representation: Represent the hotel at industry events, trade shows, and networking opportunities to promote the hotel’s services and build brand awareness.
• Cross-Department Collaboration: Work closely with other hotel departments, such as operations and front desk, to ensure a seamless guest experience and maximize revenue opportunities.

What we are looking for in the Hotel Sales Manager includes:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Demonstrated experience with a strong focus on guest satisfaction.
• Exceptional ability to manage time effectively and stay organized in a fast‑paced environment.
• Excellent skills for engaging with guests and collaborating with team members seamlessly.

Why Commonwealth Hotels?

Founded in 1986, Commonwealth Hotels is a leading hospitality management company known for our exceptional guest and associate satisfaction, market premiums, and superior ROI. We believe in fostering a world‑class culture where great people deliver extraordinary results.

Explore Our Hotel:

sonesta.com/essuites

At Commonwealth Hotels, we value diversity and are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.

Join us in shaping the future of hospitality in New Orleans, Louisiana!