Sales Manager - Hotel Polaris
Hotel Polaris · Colorado Springs, CO · 1 mo ago
On-siteFinance$60k–$65k/yrFull-time
Hotel Polaris is seeking an exceptional Sales Manager to join our team and play a vital role in shaping the success of Hotel Polaris, an instant icon on the hospitality landscape of Colorado Springs. The role influences unique guest experiences, nurtures a vibrant company culture, and builds strong community connections.
Responsibilities
- Contract group business within assigned sales territory/market.
- Respond to incoming leads within 24 hours or same day if possible.
- Work with the Director of Sales and Marketing to establish, monitor, and administer a yearly business plan that includes sales and service goals, timely reports, maintenance of a sales “funnel,” effective use of all sales resources, and exceptional client relations.
- Attend related training events (sales, Delphi, food, wine, etc.).
- Participate in regularly scheduled sales and convention service meetings and events.
- Learn and maintain a current understanding of all resort outlets and service vendors.
- Schedule and conduct site tours.
- Complete numerous tasks simultaneously with strict deadlines.
- Consistently execute an up‑selling approach.
- Manage all aspects of the sales process—from receiving inquiry calls and booking business to confirming details and supporting groups during their stay.
- Meet with clients to finalize function details and act as event planner for their events.
- Maintain general knowledge of conference technology and audio‑visual needs.
- Entertain prospective clients and give tours of event space, outlets, and guest rooms.
- Stay updated on current sales trends within the market and the competitive set.
- Perform other duties and assignments as directed.
Qualifications
- College degree preferred, preferably a Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience.
- Experience in a comparable AAA Four Diamond/Four Star hotel or higher is highly desired.
- History of working with sales systems and contracting workflow.
- Ability to negotiate, convince, sell, and influence professionals and hotel guests.
- Ability to manage extensive amounts of information.
- Knowledge of sales procedures associated with the hotel industry.
- Excellent written skills sufficient to produce sales and marketing communications.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a high‑performance team.
Benefits
- Group medical, dental, vision, life, and disability benefits.
- Pre‑tax flexible benefit plan for healthcare and dependent‑care reimbursement.
- Colorado Family and Medical Leave Insurance Program (FAMLI).
- Employee assistance program.
- Paid time off/sick time.
- 401(k) plan with company match.
- Complimentary team‑member meals.
- Complimentary room nights at CoralTree Hospitality‑managed properties.
Pay
Salary range: $60,000 – $65,000 per year, plus bonus.
Application deadline: This posting closes on 9/15/2026 or when the position is filled.