*Madison West/Middleton Properties*
*Hilton Garden Inn Madison West/Middleton – Residence Inn Madison West/Middleton – Courtyard Madison West/Middleton*
Our goal is to employ the best in the hospitality industry, every employee, every position, and every hotel.
*AREA SALES MANAGER*
*Job Description*
Are you looking for a successful and exciting company to grow with? Do you have what it takes to grow with us?
We are seeking a dynamic salesperson to join our sales team.
The ideal candidate should have a minimum of 3-5 years in Hotel Rooms & Catering Sales Experience.
Preference to candidates with experience in the Marriott & Hilton systems.
This unique individual must possess excellent sales and communication skills in customer relations, *be aggressive in targeting new business, *and strive to consistently exceed established sales goals.
Our managers understand the meaning of high-level luxury customer service, they are professional, team-oriented, possess good work ethics, and are extremely results driven.
*Job Requirements*
· Target and develop new business opportunities through various channels such as prospecting, solicitation, social media outlets, networking events, conducting site inspections and outbound sales calls (traveling required), etc.
· Develop and maintain key accounts within assigned vertical market segments.
· Conduct research, surveys, personal investigation, and study marketplace and territory to effectively capitalize on booking opportunities.
· Adhere to established goals and objectives, reporting guidelines consistently, completing all projects assigned in an accurate and thorough manner.
· Organize and track sales activities to maximize results.
· Perform daily telephone solicitations to new and existing accounts.
· Respond to all leads in a timely manner (Same day)
· Prepare sales proposals to clients incorporating clearly defined terms and conditions.
· Strengthen relationships with assigned accounts through sales visits, client entertainment, site inspections, and repeated follow-up.
· Develop and promote product image and awareness by direct mail campaigns, social media presence, and attendance of key travel and tourism tradeshows.
· Conduct outside sales calls, while targeting results-oriented high revenue potential sales calls to ensure success.
· Effectively monitor market position within assigned markets.
· Know competitors’ top accounts, decision-makers, rates, and what it will take to move the business.
· Network with prospects to uncover other decision-makers for direct referrals.
· Write sales proposals and negotiate the close of the sale.
· Plan and organize market reviews, conduct sales blitzes, and organize open houses for new properties.
· Consult/problem-solve with guests.
· Willingness to travel as required.
· Be an active member of industry and networking organizations.
*Required Skills & Qualifications*
· Selling Skills, which are at minimum above the industry average, including but not limited to prospecting, rate and contract negotiating, business planning and cold calls.
· A minimum of two years hospitality sales experience in the Corporate Housing Market and/or an excellent network of clients are required to succeed in this position.
· Diploma or Degree in Hotel Management would be an asset.
· Commitment to exceeding guest/client expectations.
· Computer literate with knowledge of a variety of computer software applications, including a Hotel PMS and Microsoft Office, Outlook, Excel and Power Point and Sales Force
· Superior written and oral communication skills.
· Excellent organizational and time management skills with the ability to set daily priorities.
Please note that we offer competitive pay, a comprehensive benefit package and programs to continuously develop and recognize employees.
All interested applicants please submit your resume and cover letter stating your salary expectations.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $65,000.
00 - $70,000.
00 per year
Benefits:
* Dental insurance
* Employee discount
* Flexible schedule
* Health insurance
* Life insurance
* Mileage reimbursement
* Paid time off
* Paid training
* Travel reimbursement
* Vision insurance
Compensation package:
* Bonus opportunities
Schedule:
* Monday to Friday
* Weekends as needed
Ability to commute/relocate:
* Madison, WI: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
Experience:
* Director Of Sales: 3 years (Preferred)
License/Certification:
* Driver's License (Preferred)
Work Location: In person