Sales Manager-Fairfield Inn Lynchburg/Liberty University, VA

Hotel Equities • Lynchburg, VA

290d • $45,000 - $50,000

About The Position

Hotel Equities, a multi-award-winning hotel development and hospitality management company, is currently searching for a remarkable Sales Manager for the 129-room Fairfield Inn Lynchburg/Liberty University in Lynchburg, VA. The Sales Manager will be responsible for the development and implementation of the total sales effort of the hotel, including securing new accounts, maintaining existing accounts, and executing sales and marketing strategies to maximize the profitability of the hotel while maintaining customer satisfaction.

Requirements

• 1+ years of hotel sales experience.
• Experience with Marriott, Hilton, IHG, Wyndham, or Hyatt sales processes and systems.
• FOSSE proficiency preferred.
• Well organized, detail-oriented, and able to work independently.
• Display initiative, perseverance, and analytical skills.
• Team player, professional, and lead with integrity.
• Available to meet guests which may include weekends.
• Ability to read, write and speak English, with excellent grammar and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Developing and maintaining relationships with key clients to produce group business, including room sales, F&B sales, and catering/banquet services.
• Attending networking events and developing relationships with local community groups, companies, and trade organizations to generate sales for the hotel.
• Conducting site tours.
• Maintaining customer database.
• Developing contracts and following up with customers.
• Developing and managing the departmental budget and monitoring sales activity and performance to ensure sales meet or exceed the established profit plan.

Benefits

• $45k-$50k salary range
• Bonus
• Cell phone allowance
• Health, vision and dental insurance
• 401(k)
• Vacation and Sick Pay
• Paid Holidays
• Discount programs for shopping, travel, tickets and more.
• Access to our Talent team to help you reach your career growth goals.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Accommodation