Hampton Inn New Orleans Canal Street - Sales Manager OEM

Sales Manager

Join our team as a Sales Manager! You're at the heart of our hotel's success! You'll energize our growth by winning new accounts, building lasting relationships, and driving our revenue to new heights. Partnering with the Director of Sales, you'll help the hotel shine, whether it's through leisure escapes, business stays, or vibrant group bookingsevery guest and opportunity counts. If you thrive on making wins happen and love variety, this is your moment to lead and make an impact!

This position is an overtime eligible manager (OEM), overtime does apply and is calculated accordingly.

Key Skills/Responsibilities

• Sales Success Accelerator: Drive results by meeting assigned sales and revenue goals, and hitting your solicitation call targets. Take charge of strategic outreach to maximize every opportunity!
• Client Connection Champion: Proactively reach out with solicitation calls, lead engaging sales tours, and host clients from Leisure, SMERF, Business Travel, and Group segments. Build lasting bonds and ensure every visit leaves an impression.
• Relationship Builder Extraordinaire: Grow and nurture existing accounts across all segments, strengthening partnerships through attentive service and consistent engagement.
• Market Trend Tracker: Monitor, analyze, and respond to evolving trends in your market segment to stay ahead and capture emerging business.
• Community & Compliance Leader: Represent the hotel with professionalismmaintain visibility in the local community and industry organizations. Adhere to Aimbridge Hospitality's standards, sales metrics, and company regulations while exercising sound judgment and character.
• Operational Expert & Trusted Steward: Develop deep knowledge of hotel operations and policies. Safely access sensitive areas, uphold trust, and maintain responsibility. Participate in meetings, promotions, and special functions, always ready to assist management as needed.

Education & Experience

• High School diploma or equivalent required; hotel sales experience a plus; valid driver's license
• Strong communication and professional selling skills; ability to negotiate, influence, and multitask independently
• Proficient with Microsoft Office; well-organized and able to manage multiple tasks

After an initial waiting period, those hired into full time positions are eligible for a competitive benefits package that includes the following:

• Now offering Daily Pay ! Ask your Recruiter for more details
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Income
• Term Life and AD&D Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401k Retirement Plan

PROPERTY INFORMATION:

Modern style in historic NOLA. Our restored 1927 building is on the Canal Streetcar line, a short walk from the Joy and Saenger Theaters. The French Quarter, Caesars Superdome and Smoothie King Arena are all within a mile of us. The Port of New Orleans and the Convention Center are three miles away. Enjoy our free hot breakfast and Canal Street Bar. At our hotel, we're committed to providing the best guest service in the area. But what really sets us apart is our team. When you join us, you'll find a supportive and collaborative work environment where you'll feel like part of a family. We celebrate our successes every month with team-building activities and events that bring us closer together. So, if you're looking for a place where you can grow, succeed, and belong, come join us!