Sales Manager | Staybridge Suites Tysons - McLean, Virginia

PM New•Mc Lean, VA

About The Position

The Sales Manager represents the hotel in the community, builds and maintains client relationships, and develops business opportunities for the hotel. The role involves creating proposals that make good business sense and ensuring clients receive excellent service from initial contact through signed contract. The Sales Manager attends networking and sales events, keeps up with community and industry news, makes sales calls, travels to appointments and client visits, and encourages prospective clients to visit the hotel. The position requires flexibility to accommodate varying schedules, including nights, weekends, and holidays, as well as travel to visit clients.

Requirements

Outgoing, warm, and friendly demeanor.
Proven track record in sales.
Ability to recognize good business opportunities and close deals.
Strong communication skills and ability to keep colleagues informed about guest expectations.
Willingness to contribute hands-on for the good of the team.
Ability to deliver results and work under pressure.
Ability to accommodate varying schedules, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
Willingness to travel to visit clients.

Responsibilities

Build relationships with existing clients and develop relationships with new clients.
Identify suitable business opportunities and prepare proposals that make good business sense.
Attend networking events and stay informed about community and industry news.
Make phone calls, attend outside appointments, and invite prospective clients to visit the hotel.
Visit clients and maintain strong client relationships.
Attend occasional evening sales events.
Ensure clients receive excellent service from first contact through signed contract.