Sr Sales Manager - Smerfe

Embassy Suites by Hilton Chicago Lombard Oak Brook • Lombard, IL, US

Posted 5 hours ago

Description

Are you a dynamic leader who can boost income by researching local market trends and competitors in order to identify and close business leads?

You might be just what our busy hotel is looking for in our next senior sales manager-smerfe. You'll be in charge of creating a sales and marketing strategy that includes soliciting new and existing accounts in order to reach and exceed revenue targets through outside sales calls, on-site visits, sales tours, and community networking.

Our ideal candidate has 3 years or more of sales and marketing experience, enjoys new challenges, and enjoys meeting new people. Apply today if this describes you!

Responsibilities

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
Attend various industry tradeshows and conferences as a professional representative of the hotel, while adhering to the budget and marketing plan requirements
Analyze local market trends and competitor activity to identify business leads
Supports the director of sales and marketing in preparing the department budget as well as the hotel's overall sales goals and strategy
Develop and maintain connections with important group and catering accounts in order to maintain and expand our market share

Qualifications

3 or more years of experience in sales management or in a leadership role in the sales department, preferably in hospitality
Prior experience working in the hospitality sector is required
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
Stays organized and manage time well

Compensation

$65,000 - $70,000 yearly

About Embassy Suites by Hilton Chicago Lombard Oak Brook

We're off I-88 in Lombard, a 10-minute walk from Yorktown Center's shops and restaurants, and within three miles of the Oakbrook Center mall.