Job Description
This is an incredible opportunity for a seasoned Sales Manager to lead the sales effort for two brand new Marriott brand hotels at the Georgia National Fairgrounds in Perry, GA. The Sales Director will play a key role in devising and executing innovative sales plans to boost revenue, expand market presence, and foster enduring partnerships with clients.
This role necessitates a profound comprehension of the hospitality sector, exceptional leadership and communication competencies, and the capacity to collaborate seamlessly with internal teams and external stakeholders. The hotel encompasses both the Towneplace Suites and Fairfield brands, a restaurant, bar, and extensive meeting amenities. Please note that this is a sales-oriented role, concentrating primarily on external sales visits and not a marketing position.
Responsibilities:
• Outside Sales Calls: Meet with local businesses and government entities to drive both short term and long term room nights to the hotel.
• Sales Strategy Development: Create and implement a comprehensive sales strategy to achieve revenue goals, maximize room occupancy, and expand the hotel’s market presence.
• Client Relationship Management: Develop and maintain strong relationships with key clients, including corporate accounts, travel agencies, event planners, and other business partners. Identify new business opportunities to increase hotel bookings.
• Market Research Analysis: Analyze market trends, competitor performance, and guest demographics to identify opportunities and threats. Use data to adjust sales strategies and improve overall hotel performance.
• Sales Marketing Collaboration: Work closely with the General Manager to develop promotional campaigns, digital marketing strategies, and branded content to generate leads and increase brand awareness.
• Sales Reporting Forecasting: Monitor sales performance, track KPIs, and report on the effectiveness of sales initiatives. Provide regular updates to senior management on sales goals, projections, and outcomes.
• Event Group Sales: Manage sales efforts for group bookings with a focus on SMERF, LNR, and long-term stay segments., Work closely with the Georgia Fairgrounds and Agricultural Center sales team in coordinating groups and conventions for both enterprises.
• Networking Representing the Hotel: Attend industry events, trade shows, and networking functions to enhance the hotel’s visibility, build relationships, and represent the brand in the market.
Qualifications:
Experience: Minimum of 2-4 years of experience in hotel sales, with at least 2-4 years in a leadership role.
Skills: • Proven track record of hotel sales success and meeting/exceeding revenue targets.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication abilities.
• In-depth knowledge of the hotel industry sales, pricing, and revenue management.
• Proficiency with FOSSE and MARSHA is preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and hotel sales software
• Ability to build and maintain relationships with corporate clients, travel agents, and other industry stakeholders.
About Company:
Retreat Hotels and Resorts turns striking visions into reality by developing, owning, and operating hotels and resort communities. Retreat Hotels started in 1985 when it redeveloped the historic Jekyll Island Club on Jekyll Island, GA. Since then, Retreat has been involved in several new hotel developments. Retreat has a three-fold mission:
Create an unrivaled guest experience, where guests return year after year.Be a responsible member of the community and proactively protect and preserve the environment.Provide a warm and inviting place to work where hard work, creativity, and ethical practices are rewarded--a place where employees want a career that can last a lifetime.
Job Tags
Temporary work, Local area, Night shift,
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