Franchise Hotel - Sales Manager

About Us

Travel is a journey. We help make it a joy.

Starting with a warm, inviting welcome for all guests, whether traveling on business or for fun, enjoying a quick night, or relaxing for the week. At Holiday Inn®️ we thrive on making our guests stays brighter, helping them create memories that will last a lifetime. Irresistible smiles are our specialty. We should know, we’ve been on our journey since 1952. So if you can help us spread the joy of travel to all, we’d love to give you a warm welcome to the Holiday Inn®️ family.

Your day to day

Job Requirements

• Successful candidate MUST have a minimum of 1 year of hotel sales experience and 1 year of Sales Coordinator.
• Must have a keen eye for detail and possess a genuine desire to provide impeccable service to our various corporate and group clients.
• Must be able to work additional hours outside of the traditional work schedule (evenings, weekends and holidays) when/if business demands and be able to travel occasionally.
• Manages accounts to achieve total guest satisfaction for all events.
• Heavy client interaction, conducting regular site tours and attendance at on-site functions.
• Proactively respond to incoming leads and requests for proposals in a timely manner.
• Maintains account information in sales database.
• Completion of contracts in a timely manner.
• Attendance at various sales-related departmental meetings.
• Develops and maintains relationships with key clients in order to produce group and/or meeting business, food & beverage sales, and catering/banquet sales.
• Coordinates food and beverage prices, meeting room rental and function space services.
• Supports the overall business and sales strategies of the company.
• Solid knowledge of sales techniques and business etiquette and practices.
• Ability to speak English and communicate clearly, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to relate to the public in a warm, friendly and professional manner.
• Solid proficiency in data entry and computer skills, composition of letters and reports, keen attention to detail when composing, typing and reviewing materials, and the ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously

What we need from you

Job Description

The Sales Manager will work to promote and sell guest rooms and meeting facilities by following sales guidelines of this Hotel. Must be able to follow policy and procedures in order to build hotel occupancy and revenue. Primary focus is SMERF/Corporate sales and includes coordinating meeting room details, incoming inquires, pro-active sales calls for new business, etc. The position will work in all aspects of the paperwork flow in the sales office. Position may include some travel to assist with Sales Blitz’s and other promotional opportunities. Presents a high standard of integrity, service and hospitality at all times to promote the Company and Hotel culture to customers and co-workers.

What we offer

We give our people everything they need to succeed. From a competitive salary that rewards all your hard work to a wide range of benefits designed to help you live your best work life.
We welcome everyone and create inclusive teams where we celebrate difference and encourage colleagues to bring their whole selves to work. We are an equal opportunity employer and offer opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability. We promote a culture of trust, support, and acceptance. Always welcoming different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.
So, join us and you’ll become part of our hotel family.