Hotel Sales and Event Manager

$52,000 - $58,240/Yr

Delta Southpark Hotel by Marriott - Colonial Heights, VA

Full-time - Mid Level

Colonial Heights, VA

5,001-10,000 employees

About the position

The Sales and Event Manager at Delta Southpark Hotel is responsible for generating revenue through securing bookings for various events, conferences, and meetings. This role combines sales expertise with event planning and client relationship management to ensure successful events that align with client expectations and hotel revenue targets.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive sales strategies to increase revenue and market share for hotel rooms and catering services.
• Cultivate and maintain relationships with corporate clients, event planners, and travel agents.
• Conduct sales meetings, presentations, and site tours to showcase hotel facilities and services.
• Drive sales revenue by promoting hotel accommodations and catering services.
• Develop and execute marketing campaigns to drive awareness and demand for hotel offerings.
• Manage sales budgets, forecasts, and financial reports to ensure profitability.
• Ensure timely communication of group requirements to hotel departments and act as the on-site contact during events.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED certification required.
• Experience in a hotel or related field preferred.
• Strong sales, negotiation, and presentation skills.
• Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities.
• Leadership and team management skills.
• Knowledge of hotel operations and revenue management principles.
• Proficiency in sales and customer relationship management (CRM) software.

Nice-to-haves

• Previous Marriott Experience preferred.
• Basic math skills and computer skills.

Benefits

• Paid holidays
• Disability insurance
• Dental insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
• 401(k) matching
• Employee discount
• Gym membership
• Pet insurance