Senior Hotel Group Sales Leader

InterContinental Hotels Group; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

InterContinental Hotels Group in Chicago is seeking a Sales Manager to lead hotel sales initiatives, maximize group and leisure revenues, and work with the team to secure business from key clients.

The role requires a 4-year degree in Business/Marketing/Hospitality, 3+ years in a sales management role at a luxury hotel, and willingness to travel for workshops and conventions. Strong communication and organizational skills are essential.

Qualifications

• 4-year degree in Business, Marketing, Hospitality Management, or other related field.
• At least 3 years’ experience in a sales management position within a similar size, luxury brand hotel.
• Previous management experience over a group sales team strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic sales plans to maximize hotel sales and revenues.
• Develop and maintains relationships with key clients to generate group and leisure business.
• Coordinate with hotel departments to fulfill services agreed upon with clients.
• Assist in developing hotel-level tactical sales plans and maintain overall sales strategies.
• Attend industry groups, associations, conventions, and tradeshows to generate business.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Travel ability

Leadership

Problem solving

Education

4-year degree in Business/Marketing/Hospitality

Tools

Delphi

Opera

Job description

InterContinental Hotels Group in Chicago is seeking a Sales Manager to lead hotel sales initiatives, maximize group and leisure revenues, and work with the team to secure business from key clients.

The role requires a 4-year degree in Business/Marketing/Hospitality, 3+ years in a sales management role at a luxury hotel, and willingness to travel for workshops and conventions. Strong communication and organizational skills are essential.