Area Sales Manager

Zmc Hotels - Columbus, OH

Full-time - Mid Level

Columbus, OH

Accommodation

About the position

The Area Sales Manager at Four Points Columbus-Polaris plays a crucial role in driving sales for the hotel. This position involves collaborating with the revenue management team and hotel general managers to secure corporate accounts, individual bookings, and group sales. The manager is responsible for promoting hotel guest rooms and meeting spaces, while also representing sister properties within the ZMC Hotels Group.

Responsibilities

• Discover new sales opportunities through cold calls weekly.
• Conduct maintenance visits with top accounts monthly.
• Manage specific markets including corporate accounts, government, and FITs.
• Attend local activities and functions to represent the hotel.
• Handle incoming sales calls and conduct property tours for potential customers.
• Maintain an organized filing system of accounts and complete necessary sales paperwork.
• Communicate bookings and customer needs to onsite hotel employees.
• Participate in monthly sales meetings with new ideas and sales opportunities.
• Uncover new sales business in neighboring cities.

Requirements

• Hospitality sales experience is a plus.
• Knowledge of the surrounding community and its current events.
• Effective communication skills in writing, telephone, and personal meetings.
• Valid driver's license and insurance.

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Bonus based on performance
• Dental insurance
• Employee discounts
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance