Mgr Group Sales Res NX MGRGR043615

About the Role

At Westin Jackson we are a team of hospitality professionals that are deeply connected to & proud of the exceptional experiences we provide for our guests. More than that, we know our Associates are the shining stars of what we do! We understand what it takes to be a part of something great. We will encourage you to bring your true self to work every day, we will celebrate you and we will cheer you on as you shine bright in your career journey. Whether it be our health & wellness programs, best in class learning and development or our travel discounts that 'feed your inner explorer', we work hard to create and deliver on what YOU need. We are ready for you to start your journey with us where You Belong. We Care. Shine Bright.

We are looking for a versatile and well-organized Sales Manager with an outward direct-sales focus to meet or exceed established catering sales targets.

What We Offer

• Highly competitive wages
• An exceptional benefit plan for eligible associates & your family members
• Flexible scheduling to allow you to focus on what is important to you
• Discounts with our Crescent managed properties in North America for you & your family members
• Opportunity to grow with us
• A workplace that you can be proud of, where you are valued, trusted and supported by the team
• 401K matching program for eligible associates
• Hotel Room Discounts at Marriott properties worldwide
• Free Parking
• Free Meals

Responsibilities

• Conduct site inspections
• Maximize sales and coordinate with different departments to ensure smooth account handling
• Give persuasive sales presentations
• Travel locally and regionally to promote our hotel and develop new business
• Meet with and entertain clients
• Keep clear communication with our hotel operations team
• Tackle various sales and catering tasks as needed

Qualifications

• Experience in groups, meetings, and events
• Loves engaging with clients and providing excellent service
• Confident in preventing and resolving problems
• Thrives in a fast-paced environment
• Works well with a motivated team
• Strong administrative, time-management, interpersonal, and communication skills
• Organized and detail-oriented