Sales Manager

Are you driven by a passion for hospitality and ready to grow your career with one of the industry’s most iconic brands? The AC Hotel by Marriott Chicago Downtown is seeking a Sales Manager to maximize revenue by driving guest room and/or event space sales within assigned markets, ensuring financial and sales goals are consistently achieved or exceeded. This role requires proven experience in both Group and Business Transient sales. What you will be doing: Proactively prospect, solicit, and develop accounts through phone outreach, personal visits, outside sales calls, email, and other communication methods. Conduct hotel site inspections, host in‑house and off‑property client entertainment, and maintain strong, consistent follow‑up practices. Prepare and present proposals and contracts, both written and verbal, in a timely, accurate, profitable, and professional manner. Manage all account details through the group sales process, including effective turnover to the Catering/Event Services team for final arrangements. Participate in required meetings, including pre‑convention, business review, and departmental meetings. Submit reports, proposals, contracts, and client correspondence within established deadlines. Other duties as assigned. What we are looking for: Ability to assess client needs, negotiate pricing effectively, and craft solutions that support revenue goals. Previous hotel sales experience with a strong understanding of Group and/or Business Transient markets. Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to build strong client relationships. Solid mathematical skills to accurately calculate room blocks, average rates, forecasts, and related sales data. Strong networking and marketing abilities, with confidence representing the property in the community and industry. Ability to actively participate in monthly meetings and organizational events to support sales strategies and visibility. Curiosity and willingness to continually learn and understand assigned market(s) to uncover new business opportunities. Ability to work on site during scheduled hours. What’s in it for you: Room discounts at Marcus Hotels & Resorts and Marriott worldwide locations. Discounts at Marcus Hotels & Resorts restaurants, cafes, lounges, golfing, skiing, and spa. Free parking. Two for one movie theater coupons at Marcus Theatres. Ability to grow your career and transfer from one property to another. Paid time off. Flexible scheduling. Early wage access. Medical, dental, and vision insurance (offered after 30 days of employment), company‑paid life insurance, employee assistance program offer, and 401k with employer match. Salary Estimate: Starting at $55,000 - $65,000 Equal Opportunity Employer: The AC Hotel Chicago is an Equal Opportunity Employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr