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:

• Study and research local market trends and competitor activity to discover potential leads
• Collaborate on creating and planning the department budget with the director of sales and marketing to align overall sales objectives and strategies for the hotel
• Represent property at appropriate travel industry trade shows and conferences while adhering to the guidelines of the marketing plan and budget
• Create and maintain connections with key group and catering accounts in order to keep and expand our market share
• Increase new business and accelerate revenue generation by cold calling, on-site visits, and sales tours, as well as engaging your local community network

Qualifications:

• Prior experience working in the hospitality sector is required
• Must possess a high school diploma or GED and a bachelor’s degree in business or a similar major is desired
• At least 3 years of experience in sales management or in a leadership role in the sales department, preferably in the hospitality industry
• Good organization and time management skills
• Demonstrated exceptional social, verbal, and negotiating abilities

About Company: Our Hampton Inn Raleigh/Cary hotel is just off Highway 1, next to WakeMed Cary Hospital, and close to corporate offices. We're just 10 minutes from North Carolina State University and 15 minutes from downtown Raleigh. Find several restaurants within walking distance at the Waverly Place shopping center.

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