Group Sales Manager

Sheraton Bloomington Hotel•Bloomington, MN

just now•$65,000 - $75,000•Onsite

About The Position

Solicit group business that enables the hotel to meet and/or exceed revenue goals in rooms and food and beverage. This position does have the potential to earn a quarterly bonus. The company operates seven days a week, 24 hours a day. At times it may be necessary to move you from your accustomed work day, to include Holidays, or time of work if business or task assignments demand. In addition, it should be understood that business needs determines the amount of hours that you work.

Requirements

Minimum of 1 year applicable sales experience required
Must be able to speak, read, write and understand the primary language(s) used in the workplace.
Requires good communication skills, both verbal and written.
Most tasks are performed independently or in a team environment with the employee acting as a team leader.
Must possess basic computer skills.
Knowledge of hotels and competitive markets.
Ensure that guest satisfaction is consistently obtained and maintained.
Ability to make decisions with only general policies and procedures available for guidance.

Nice To Haves

Bachelors degree preferred but not required
CI/TY system experience recommended

Responsibilities

Solicit new and existing accounts to meet/exceed revenue goals through telephone solicitation, outside sales calls, site inspections and written communication.
Prepare correspondence to customers, internal booking reports and file maintenance.
Participate in daily RevMax meeting, pre-convention meetings, training and other sales-related meetings as required.
Work with other departments within the hotel to provide quality service to customers.
Attend trade shows, community events and industry meetings.
Develop/maintain knowledge of market trends, competition and customers.
Develop and maintain rapport with key community contacts & vendors to ensure a visible presence in the community.
Be a leader and a role model to all employees.
Professionally represent the hotel in community and industry organizations and events.
Participate as team player with all departments.
Assist with reports and/or competition data collection.