Sales Manager

Marriott Tacoma Downtown • Tacoma, WA, US

Posted 4 months ago

Description

Our busy hotel is looking for an enthusiastic leader with great sales skills and a customer-focused approach to be our next sales manager. You will add passion and creativity to our sales team, as well as build a strategy to reach and exceed revenue targets through outside sales calls, on-site visits and sales tours, and community networking. You will also be able to increase sales by monitoring local market trends and competitor activity in order to find and close business leads. We are searching for someone with at least 3 years of sales and marketing expertise, as well as a love for meeting new people and providing exceptional customer service. Apply now if this sounds like an exciting opportunity!

Responsibilities

Generate new business, close deals, and increase revenue by cold calling, on-site visits and sales tours, and community networking
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
Identify new business leads by examining local market trends and competition activities
Develop and maintain connections with important group and catering accounts in order to maintain and expand our market share
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

Qualifications

Stays organized and manage time well
Understands how to communicate, negotiate, and network effectively
High school diploma or GED, and bachelor’s degree in business or related field preferred
At least 3 years of experience in sales management or in a leadership role in the sales department, preferably in the hospitality industry
Prior experience working in the hospitality sector is required

Compensation

$70,000 - $73,000/year

About Marriott Tacoma Downtown

Elevate your stay at Marriott Tacoma Downtown. Our four-star hotel in Downtown Tacoma, WA, offers comfortable accommodations with contemporary décor and ultramodern on-site amenities. From the moment you walk through the grand entrance, our staff is here to make sure you get everything you need for an exceptional travel experience. Head to the rooftop pool to take in stunning views of Downtown Tacoma or visit one of the nearby Tacoma restaurants for a delicious meal.