Area Sales Manager

Responsibilities Group sales manager that represents a group of hotels in a fast‑paced, high‑volume sales office. The role is highly motivated, goal‑oriented and responsible for current and future hotel sales. The sales associate must solicit group guest rooms and preferred corporate sales needs on behalf of the properties represented.

Generates leads, creates bookings, confirms and arranges in writing group and preferred corporate needs. Achieve a monthly personal room and revenue sales goal. Solicit sales through local sales calls as well as out‑of‑town sales trips.

Attend local, state, and regional trade shows. Represent the properties through membership in industry organizations. Maximize and manage yield, occupancy and ADR of hotel business as a major sales effort.

Qualifications Minimum of 2 to 4 years of hotel sales experience. Knowledge in all aspects of hotel operations and industry standards. Professional, goal‑oriented and motivated.

Thorough knowledge of computer systems: MS Excel, Word, PowerPoint, electronic scheduling and e‑mail systems, copy and scanning. Ability to plan, organize and direct the activities of a group of employees. Demonstrated ability to multi‑task and prioritize well to meet deadlines.

Behaves with integrity, honesty and is open with guests and fellow associates. Develops effective working relationship with fellow associates, managers, outside representatives and agencies. #J-18808-Ljbffr