Sales Manager

Holiday Inn Kansas City - Northeast by IHG • 4101 N Corrington Ave, Kansas City, MO 64117, US

Posted 2 hours ago

Description

We're looking for an active, customer-focused team player with exceptional sales skills to be the next sales manager at our busy hotel. You'll be in charge of developing a sales and marketing plan that includes soliciting new and existing accounts to meet and exceed revenue targets via outside sales calls, on-site visits, sales tours, and community networking. This energetic leader will be able to enhance revenue by researching local market trends and competition behavior to discover and close business leads. Please apply today if you have 3 years or more of experience in sales and marketing, enjoy taking on new challenges, and enjoy meeting new people!

Responsibilities

Plan and compile the department budget in accordance with the hotel's overall sales objectives and strategy, with the assistance of the director of sales and marketing
Analyze local market trends and competitor activity to identify business leads
Solicit new and existing accounts to meet and exceed revenue targets through outside sales calls, on-site visits and sales tours, and networking in the local community
Create and maintain connections with key group and catering accounts in order to keep and expand our market share
Conduct yourself as a professional representative of the hotel at various industry tradeshows, conferences, and adhere to the guidelines of the budget and marketing plan

Qualifications

Must possess a high school diploma or GED and a bachelor’s degree in business or a similar major is desired
Exhibits superior communication, negotiation, and interpersonal abilities
3 or more years of experience in sales management or in a leadership role in the sales department, preferably in hospitality
Must have previous sales experience working in the hospitality industry
Good organization and time management skills

About Holiday Inn Kansas City - Northeast by IHG

Welcome to Kansas City’s newest hotel concept for Holiday Inn Kansas City / Northeast.

We offer an outstanding location for both corporate and leisure travelers, conveniently situated next door to Worlds & Oceans of Fun Amusement Parks. Guests can also enjoy nearby gaming and entertainment at Ameristar and Harrah’s Casinos, just seven minutes away. The River Market, T-Mobile Arena, Power & Light District, The Crossroads, Hallmark Crown Center, and Union Station / Science Center are all easily accessible via the free Kansas City Streetcar. The Convention Center is a short ten-minute ride into downtown Kansas City.