Sales Manager | $65,000

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East; Alpharetta (GA); On-site; USD 56,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East is seeking a Hotel Sales Manager to drive new business development and maximize group bookings in Fargo, ND. You will lead sales strategies, conduct site tours, and manage client relationships from initial contact through contract sign-off.

The ideal candidate has 2+ years hotel sales experience, excellent communication, organization, and the ability to work independently while collaborating with a local network of partners.

Qualifications

• 2+ years in hotel sales or a related role.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently with initiative.

Responsibilities

• Sales development: implement sales strategies and secure new accounts.
• Account management: maintain relationships and grow group business.
• Networking: build relationships with local groups and trade orgs.
• Site tours: showcase hotel offerings to potential clients.
• Contract development: prepare and follow up on agreements.
• Maintain an accurate customer database.

Skills

Market knowledge

Organized

Independent work

Communication skills

Team player

Job description

Job Title: Hotel Sales Manager | $65,000 |

Location: Fargo, ND Type: Full time

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Sales Development: Implement sales strategies for all assigned segments, securing new accounts and maintaining existing ones to maximize profitability while ensuring customer satisfaction.
• Account Management: Maintain rapport and develop future business with existing contacts, focusing on producing group business.
• Networking: Attend networking events and build relationships with local community groups, companies, and trade organizations.
• Site Tours: Conduct site tours for potential clients to showcase hotel offerings.
• Customer Database: Maintain an accurate customer database for effective follow-up and communication.
• Contract Development: Prepare contracts and follow up with customers to confirm agreements.

Required Skills and Abilities:

• Strong market knowledge and awareness.
• Highly organized and detail oriented.
• Ability to work independently and display initiative.
• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal, with excellent grammar.
• Professional demeanor with a strong ethical foundation.
• Ability to occasionally work outside of normal workday hours to work with clients.
• Team player who collaborates well with others.

Education & Experience:

• Minimum of 2+ years of hotel experience in sales or a related role.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• None