Group Sales Manager - Magnolia St. Louis

Magnolia St. Louis•St. Louis, MO

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Join Our Team as a Group Sales Manager at the Historic Magnolia St. Louis. If you're a captivating sales professional ready to make your mark in a dynamic hotel environment, we encourage you to apply and join us in creating unforgettable experiences for our clients. The esteemed Magnolia St. Louis, a cherished member of Marriott's Tribute Portfolio, is on the lookout for an outstanding Group Sales Manager to enhance our dynamic team. If you excel at fostering strong client relationships, have a sharp eye for new business prospects, and are committed to surpassing revenue goals within a boutique hotel environment, we encourage you to share your expertise with our iconic establishment. This is your opportunity to create unforgettable experiences for our group clients while contributing to the ongoing success of a beloved landmark renowned for its historic allure. As a vital part of our team, you will actively seek and manage inquiries from groups requiring more than 10 guest rooms per night. You will engage in our ongoing mission to provide uniquely memorable guest experiences and cultivate lasting relationships with our customers, focusing on building long-term, value-driven connections that support the achievement of our sales objectives.

Requirements

Minimum of 2 years of experience in hotel group sales or event sales, preferably in a full-service hotel environment.
Proven track record of achieving or exceeding sales targets.
Strong negotiation, communication, and relationship-building skills.
Proficiency in CRM systems, Microsoft Office Suite, and hotel sales software. Experience in Marriott’s CI/TY platform is a distinct advantage for this role.
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced setting.
Professional demeanor and commitment to delivering outstanding service.
Flexibility to travel for client meetings and industry events as needed.
Ability to shift schedule based on the needs of the hotel and customer.
Regularly required to communicate verbally, hear, and visually perceive information.
Ability to sit for 90% or more of an 8-hour work shift.
Capable of lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling up to 25 lbs.
Possess various visual abilities, including close, distance, peripheral, and depth perception, as well as the ability to adjust focus.
Proficiency in using a computer and answering phones.
Work is performed in a typically low-noise, indoor office environment.

Nice To Haves

Experience within the St. Louis market is a plus!

Responsibilities

Proactively identify, solicit, and secure group business opportunities across deployed market segments
Develop and maintain strong client relationships through regular communication, site visits, and personalized service.
Prepare and present tailored proposals and contracts that align with client needs and hotel revenue goals.
Collaborate with internal departments (catering/conference services, operations, accounting) to ensure seamless execution of group events.
Maintain accurate records of sales activities, client interactions, and pipeline updates in the CRM system.
Monitor market trends and competitor activity to identify new business opportunities.
Represent Magnolia St. Louis at trade shows, networking events, and industry functions.
Provide regular sales performance updates and insights to the Director of Sales.

Benefits

Group medical, dental, vision, life, and disability benefits.
Participation in a pre-tax flexible benefit plan for healthcare and dependent care reimbursement
An employee assistance program.
Paid time off/sick time
Participation in a 401(k) plan with a company match.
Team member free room night program.

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