Hotel Sales Manager

DELAMAR WESTPORT - NEW Boutique luxury hotel located in Westport CT is seeking a Sales Manager to join their growing team. Job Duties: Creates and executes strategic sales plans to identify, attract and retain appropriate business to hotel Assists other sales members as needed in the achievement of their goals to ensure departmental goals are met Pro-actively manage all aspects of the sales cycle with prospects: relationship development, sales presentations, site inspections, proposal generation, and contract negotiations as well as invoicing. Proactively lead and generate new business opportunities, drive sales, and deliver results for designated accounts and market segments This position will require outside sales and solicitation calls. Handle all aspects of group & meeting business: site inspection, creating and sending proposals, preparing and following up on contract, coordinating all group room block details, creating banquet event orders, floorplans and invoices. . Coordinate logistics and details for group events, including but not limited to: rentals, activities, ground transportation and off-site dinner arrangements. Document sales activity in provided reports. Manage promotional programs, meeting packages. Participate in weekly Sales & Revenue meetings, pre-convention meetings (with any corporate clients who have guestrooms), training, and other sales-related meetings as required. Prepare a Monthly Group Sales Report to be brought to each weekly sales meeting. Attend trade shows, community events, and industry meetings as scheduled. Assist with reports and/or competition data collection. Achieve or exceed budgeted revenues and personal/team sales revenue goals and maximize profitability. Assist in creating Sales & Marketing Plan and Budget Review competitive data, demand analysis, and mix management to establish goals and create a forecast in conjunction with the Revenue Department to ensure timely, accurate, and complete information Create and maintain meaningful client relationships Skillfully responds to incoming leads and maximize lead conversion from all sources, Analyzes and manages business opportunities to achieve the highest profit margins for department and hotel Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in business administration, Marketing, Hotel & Restaurant Management, or related major or professional area
• Computer skills and knowledge of industry-focused systems such as OPERA, Delphi including proficiency in Microsoft Office, Google Apps
• Minimum 2 years hotel sales management experience
• Commitment to delivering a high level of customer service
• Strong leadership skills, positive attitude, and good oral and written communication skills
• Strong analytical skills to understand key business indicators and competitive trends and develop creative approaches to these challenges
• Ability to handle multiple tasks with excellent organizational skills
• Knowledge of the local market and industry trends, competitors, and leading customer strategies
• Excellent selling skills
• Ability to meet deadlines, work under pressure, and independently
• Experience in luxury and boutique hotel brands is a plus

Why Join Us? At Delamar, we believe in creating unforgettable moments for our guests and meaningful growth for our team. We offer a supportive culture, competitive compensation, wellness benefits, and the opportunity to work with one of the most respected names in luxury hospitality. #J-18808-Ljbffr Delamar Hotel Collection