Group Sales Manager

Hilton Chicago Magnificent Mile
Chicago, IL, US
Full-time

Job Description

Job Description

We're looking for an active customer-focused team player with exceptional sales skills to be the next sales manager at our busy hotel.

You'll be in charge of developing a sales and marketing plan that includes soliciting new and existing accounts to meet and exceed revenue targets via outside sales calls, on-site visits, sales tours, and community networking.

This energetic leader will be able to enhance revenue by researching local market trends and competition behavior to discover and close business leads.

Please apply today if you have 3 years or more of experience in sales and marketing, enjoy taking on new challenges, and enjoy meeting new people!

Responsibilities :

  • Solicit new and existing accounts to meet and exceed revenue targets through outside sales calls, on-site visits and sales tours, and networking in the local community
  • Conduct yourself as a professional representative of the hotel at various industry tradeshows, conferences, and adhere to the guidelines of the budget and marketing plan
  • Study and research local market trends and competitor activity to discover potential leads
  • Develop and maintain connections with important group and catering accounts in order to maintain and expand our market share
  • Responsible for developing, soliciting, and maintaining accounts in a defined market segment with peak rooms of 44 or less.

Qualifications :

  • Understands how to communicate, negotiate, and network effectively
  • Must have previous sales experience working in the hospitality industry
  • Good organization and time management skills
  • Candidates must have a high school diploma or GED and a bachelor’s degree in business or a similar field a plus
  • Delphi experience preferred.

About Company

Just off Magnificent Mile, our suites are adjacent to the John Hancock Center. Within two blocks, reach Water Tower Place, the Lakefront Trail, and American Girl.

Navy Pier and 'The Bean' at Millennium Park are just over a mile away. Enjoy the views of Lake Michigan from our top-floor pool and fitness center.

Employee-discounted parking is available if needed. Employee room discounts are an excellent benefit when traveling. This is a great place to work!

28 days ago
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