Sales Manager - Hilton Garden Inn Groton

Job Description

Take charge of leading, directing, coordinating, and overseeing group and corporate transient sales in all facets of sales-related endeavors.
Foster growth within existing accounts while proactively generating new business to surpass budgetary expectations, thereby optimizing revenue and profitability.
Nourish and maintain relationships with current accounts, cultivating enduring partnerships.
Formulate innovative sales and marketing strategies tailored to each designated hotel.
Collaborate closely with the rest of sales team, revenue management, and Hotel General Manager to ensure properties thrive in profitability while maintaining guest satisfaction.
Cultivate strong partnerships with sales coordinator and Hotel General Manager at assigned locations to facilitate the acquisition of group business across diverse segments, including corporate transient clientele.
Provide comprehensive training and support to sales coordinator to ensure their performance aligns with Hilton brand standards.
Create and implement effective sales strategies that drive property-wide goals for both rate and occupancy.
Develop and execute an annual marketing plan addressing sales strategies and budget objectives.

Qualifications

• A minimum of 2+ years of experience as a Hotel Director of Sales with Hilton system experience
• A proven track record of at least 4+ years demonstrating exceptional sales achievements
• Proficiency in the English language
• Reliable transportation a must
• Intermediate to advanced computer skills, with experience in ONQ, RNI & Delphi
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Outstanding interpersonal abilities and an unwavering commitment to delivering excellent customer service
• Proficiency in effective communication across all levels of the organization
• Demonstrated expertise in propelling the sales process forward
• Exceptional skills in listening, negotiation, and presentation
• Empowering leadership style, capable of inspiring and guiding teams
• Ease in capability of multitasking and excelling under pressure
• Organized and detailed

Responsibilities

Take charge of leading, directing, coordinating, and overseeing group and corporate transient sales in all facets of sales-related endeavors.
Foster growth within existing accounts while proactively generating new business to surpass budgetary expectations, thereby optimizing revenue and profitability.
Nourish and maintain relationships with current accounts, cultivating enduring partnerships.
Formulate innovative sales and marketing strategies tailored to each designated hotel.
Collaborate closely with the rest of sales team, revenue management, and Hotel General Manager to ensure properties thrive in profitability while maintaining guest satisfaction.
Cultivate strong partnerships with sales coordinator and Hotel General Manager at assigned locations to facilitate the acquisition of group business across diverse segments, including corporate transient clientele.
Provide comprehensive training and support to sales coordinator to ensure their performance aligns with Hilton brand standards.
Create and implement effective sales strategies that drive property-wide goals for both rate and occupancy.
Develop and execute an annual marketing plan addressing sales strategies and budget objectives.