Sales Manager

Are you passionate about hospitality and ready to be part of a premier team in one of Minneapolis' top-ranked hotels? The Lofton Hotel, the first Tapestry Collection property in Minnesota, offers a dynamic and rewarding career where you'll work alongside dedicated hospitality professionals committed to delivering exceptional guest experiences. We take pride in creating memorable moments for both our guests and team members every day!

Located in the vibrant heart of downtown Minneapolis' entertainment district, The Lofton Hotel offers an upscale experience with a perfect blend of modern amenities and exceptional service. You will have the opportunity for a rewarding career working with Minnesota's first Hilton Tapestry Collection hotel, with hospitality professionals who together make the hotel one of the top ranked in Minneapolis. Our priority is providing our guests and team members with exceptional experiences every day.

What will you be doing?

• Account prospecting, solicitation, and development via telephone, personal contact, outside calls, correspondence, email and other means of communication. Conduct hotel site inspections, entertain both in house and off property, and maintain thorough follow up methods.
• Achieve weekly/monthly solicitation goals.
• Represent hotel at trade shows, civic/business functions, industry-related associations, and other events to promote the hotel and/or the city.
• Prepare and present proposals and contracts both written and verbal in a prompt, accurate, profitable, pleasant and professional manner.
• Attend meetings including, but not limited to, P & T, pre-convention, business review, revenue and departmental.

What do you bring to the role?

• Four-year college degree preferred, however, any combination of education and training within hotel sales may also be considered.
• Proficient computer knowledge.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and oral.
• Basic mathematical skills to prepare cost proposals.
• Ability to travel.
• Valid driver's license.
• Candidates must possess extensive hotels sales experience, preferably working in Minneapolis and/or the Bloomington, Minnesota markets.
• Previous experience successfully selling to the group corporate market segment.
• Previous experience with and strong knowledge of Delphi, and/or Hilton systems would provide a significant advantage to a candidates consideration.
• Flexibility to work varying schedules to reflect the business needs of the hotel.
• Strong knowledge of the designated market(s).

What's in it for you?

• A free, well-balanced meal every shift
• Room discounts at Marcus Hotels & Resorts and Hilton worldwide properties
• Discounts at Marcus Hotels & Resorts restaurants, cafes, lounges, golfing, skiing and spa
• Discounted parking
• "Two for one" movie theatre coupons at Marcus Theatres
• Ability to grow your career, and transfer from one property to another
• Paid time off
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance, company-paid life insurance, and an employee assistance program
• 401k with employer match
• Early wage access
• And more!

About Us:

A division of The Marcus Corporation, Marcus Hotels & Resorts has a rich 60-year history of operational and service excellence. We are "People Pleasing People" who strive daily to create extraordinary experiences for guests and associates alike. Focused on expanding our U.S.-based portfolio of 16 hotels and resorts, our properties are known for their unique character and style.

Note: This document describes the general nature and level of work required of people in the job. It is not intended to be an all-encompassing list of responsibilities, duties, and skills.

Salary Range: $70,000-$80,000

The Lofton Hotel is an equal opportunity employer.