Mgr Group Sales Res NX (TEMP)

Crescent Careers•Jackson, MS

About The Position

Westin Jackson is seeking a versatile, well-organized Temporary Sales Manager with a direct-sales focus to meet or exceed established catering sales targets. The role involves promoting the hotel, developing business, and coordinating with hotel departments to ensure accounts are handled smoothly. The position requires experience with groups, meetings, and events, a strong client-service orientation, and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, team-focused environment.

Requirements

Experience with groups, meetings, and events.
Ability to engage with clients and provide excellent service.
Confidence in preventing and resolving problems.
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and work well with a motivated team.
Strong administrative, time-management, interpersonal, and communication skills.
Organized and detail-oriented.

Responsibilities

Conduct site inspections.
Maximize sales and meet or exceed established catering sales targets.
Coordinate with different departments to ensure smooth account handling.
Deliver persuasive sales presentations.
Travel locally and regionally to promote the hotel.
Develop new business.
Meet with and entertain clients.
Maintain clear communication with the hotel operations team.
Handle sales and catering tasks as needed.

Benefits

Highly competitive wages.
Exceptional benefit plan for eligible associates and their family members.
Flexible scheduling.
Discounts with Crescent-managed properties in North America for associates and their family members.
Opportunity to grow with the company.
A workplace where associates are valued, trusted, and supported.
401K matching program for eligible associates.
Hotel room discounts at Marriott properties worldwide.
Free parking.
Free meals.
Health and wellness programs.
Learning and development.
Travel discounts.