Sales and Marketing Manager

Sales & Marketing ManagerThe Sales and Marketing Manager is responsible to develop leisure and group business for the resort through direct contacts and through partner relationships. For groups this will include contracting, convention services and all client contact. Leading the marketing strategies for the resort includes social media development and regular postings; creating, distributing and analyzing regular electronic communications and maintaining a strategic action plan throughout the year.Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesNegotiate group and leisure business, guest room rates, meeting room rental, and hotel services that meets or exceeds hotel revenue goals.Identify, solicit and engage new accounts through online searches, in-person appointments, site tours, cold calls, and inquiries via e-mail, phone and text.Develop strategic tactics to expand the leisure and group client base.Generate creative concepts and ensure efficient distribution of marketing materials.Network with industry professionals and event planners to maintain awareness and drive bookings.Manage client accounts effectively.Maintain positive relationships with clients to encourage repeat and recurring business.Secure and process payments as necessary.Address and resolve any satisfaction issues involving sales or marketing activities.Other duties as assignedRequired Knowledge, Skills and AbilitiesDemonstrate strong organizational skills.Exhibit excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.Willing and able to travel to establish and grow client networks.Think strategically, creatively and analytically.Fiscally responsible and capable of developing and managing budgetsCommunicate clearly and effectively.Possess strong leadership skills.Maintain presence and communication personally and for the resort in the meetings, catering and leisure travel industriesWin-Win-Win resultsJob DescriptionSea Mist Sales & Marketing ManagerEDUCATION AND EXPERIENCEBachelor Degree minimum2 years prior sales and marketing experience preferredKNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIESStrong analytical skills relative to positively impact hotel revenuesAbility to communicate effectively verbally and in writingStrong understanding of revenue management principlesAbility to use reservation and revenue management systems to develop pricing and sales recommendationsProficient in computer use, Microsoft Office products and e-commerce toolsExperience with IQware preferredBENEFITS:Health insuranceVision insuranceDental insuranceLife insurancePaid time offHoliday paySales Incentive PlanSCHEDULE:Monday to FridayWeekend availability for events and site inspectionsSALARY: Based on Experience