Group Sales Manager

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Job Description For Group Sales Manager

Additional Information: This hotel is owned and operated by an independent franchisee, Prestige Hospitality Group. The franchisee is a separate company and a separate employer from Marriott International, Inc. The franchisee solely controls all aspects of the hotel's employment policies and practices, including hiring, firing, discipline, staffing, compensation, benefits, and all other terms and conditions of employment. If you accept a position at this hotel, you will be employed by a franchisee and not by Marriott International, Inc.

Job description
Attention to detail and delivering on objectives is the key to hospitality sales success. We are looking for someone special to continue serving exceptional group event & travel planning management.

The Wick, Hudson - A Tribute Portfolio Hotel, under Marriott International has an opening for a Group Sales Manager to join the hospitality collective recently formed by Nice & Weird Hospitality, LLC.

An established hospitality destination in the Hudson Valley, the Wick is committed to serving visitors and the community alike with custom offerings. This group sales role is critical to communicate and connect with our external customers and internal associates.

Everyday offers a way to learn about the Hudson Valley community, Marriott brand systems and the variety of business and leisure travelers that have their sights on upstate New York.

The full-time position requires flexible hours, creative thinking and exceptional organization and communication. We are proud to offer health benefits, vacation, PTO, sick time and travel perks. A full group sales manager job description is included for review.

Overview:

The Group Sales Manager is responsible for performing key sales and marketing activities for the hotel in order to maximize revenue. This position will actively solicit business with a focus on corporate, group event and leisure packaging travel markets. Strong interpersonal, organizational and presentation skills required for this leadership role. Also responsible to inspire and mentor all hotel associates to on this approach.

PRIMARY DUTIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES

Account Management and New Business Development

Assists General Manager and Regional Sales Leaders with the creation of an annual sales and marketing plans driven to surpass group and event revenue goals. Group Sales Manager's focus is on daily, weekly, monthly & quarterly sales activity goals that support the Annual Plan.
Responsible for overseeing the retention and acquisition of accounts by growing existing accounts and building new business through call and lead conversion.
Builds and maintains relationships with key clients. Creates and solicits new business through innovative means.
Solicit sales bookings with target accounts and travel markets through effective oral and written communication while overseeing rate, date and space commitments for group room sales within the hotel.
Assigns and shares in group event administration at the hotel. Duties include greeting all groups and individual tours, placing welcome baskets in group contacts' room and taking care of any final items with the group at check out.
Oversees training, administration, and communication related to group banquet event orders, room blocks & volume account agreements & hotel promotions.
Group Sales Manager prepares reports & leads Bi-Weekly Sales Strategy meetings for property & company leaders. Required to keep all department forms up to date, easily accessed & in use.
Review and utilize franchise sales tools and global sales associates. Actively participate in and monitor hotel RFP efforts for corporate, FIT and group business.
Review and utilize franchise marketing tools to design print and electronic advertising and marketing promotions for the hotel.
Responsible for representation within the business community and hospitality industry that expose the hotel to opportunities and create a positive public image. Participate in key organizations as recommended by management and Group Sales Manager.
_ Financial and Marketing Business Analysis_

Inputting and retrieving information from hotel sales software system for file maintenance, correspondence and preparation of forecasts and marketing budget.
Works with the General Manager crafting the annual sales & marketing plan, with defined initiatives.
Works with General Manager to develop advertising and promotion campaigns, and provides timely reports to track ROI.
Additional Guest Service Support

Offer guests assistance whenever possible.
Responsible for resolving escalated customer relations issues.
Answers inquiries pertaining to hotel policies and services.
Must appropriately address guest requests to ensure customers are satisfied with the hotel's services and accommodations.
Responsible for positively representing and promoting the property.
Ensures systems and procedures are in place and followed for guest safety and security
Other Duties as Assigned

Fills in for vacant shifts as needed.
Assists with sales and marketing efforts as needed

Hudson, NY 12534: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $70,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year

Benefits:
401(k)
Cell phone reimbursement
Dental insurance
Employee discount
Health insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance
Compensation Package:

Performance bonus
Quarterly bonus

Schedule:
Holidays
Monday to Friday
Weekends as needed

Experience:
Hospitality Sales: 2 years (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:
Hudson, NY 12534 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:

The salary range for this position is $70,000 to $80,000 annually.

This company is an equal opportunity employer.

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