Now Hiring - Sonesta International Hotels - Travel Sr. Sales Manager - remote okay in Portland, OR

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Senior Sales Manager - Royal Sonesta Portland

The Senior Sales Manager (SSM) executes specific segments of the Group sales strategy of the hotel, as defined by the Director of Sales & Marketing, to ensure that occupancy, average daily rate, and market share goals are achieved. The SSM will work directly with the DOSM to create and execute specific account and/or segment strategies and tactics to achieve/exceed individual Group booking goals.

Remote is possible.

Job Description

Position Title: Senior Sales Manager

Location: Royal Sonesta Portland Downtown

Department: Sales

Reports To: Director of Sales & Marketing

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

· Deliver on the promise of Sonesta Service in all interactions with guests and clients.

· Develop new accounts, maintain existing accounts, and implement sales strategies to achieve revenue goals and maximize profits for the hotel while maintaining guest satisfaction.

· Develop and maintain relationships with key clients to produce Group sales.

· Regularly sell hotel rooms and banquet events through direct client contact.

· Achieve budgeted revenues and personal sales goals and maximize profitability within all areas of responsibility. Produce regular reports and individual sales forecasts.

· Create and implement hotel-level tactical sales plans that drive measurable incremental occupancy, increase average rates, and increase business volume.

· Enhance the image of the hotel in local community. Deliver sales activities/performance to ensure actual sales exceed the established revenue plan.

· Analyze current/potential market and sales trends and coordinate all activities to maintain and increase revenue and market share through added business volume and increased rate.

· Coordinate with other hotel-level departments to facilitate services agreed upon by the sales office and prospective clients.

· Develop and maintain positive relationships with officials and representatives of local community groups.

· Perform other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS:

· Previous background of successful group sales

· Ability to speak, read, and write fluent English, other languages beneficial.

· Professional verbal and written communication skills.

· Mathematical skills, including basic math, budgeting, profit/loss concepts, percentages, and variances.

· Problem solving, reasoning, abilities.

· Experience with Microsoft Office and Delphi systems preferred.

· Occasional overnight travel may be required.

· Valid driver’s license required.

· Frequently standing up, bending, climbing, kneeling, and moving about the facility.

· Carrying, lifting or pulling items weighing up to 25 pounds.

Benefits

Sonesta recognizes that benefits play a vital role in helping ensure the health and financial security of employees and their families. We offer a variety of benefits to our employees including:

· Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

· Health Savings Account with Company Match

· 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match

· Paid Vacation and Sick Days

· Sonesta Hotel Discounts

· Educational Assistance

· Paid Parental Leave

· Company Paid Life Insurance

· Company Paid Short Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance

· Various Employee Perks and Discounts

We are an organization made up of people, thoughts and ideas – all working towards fulfilling our simple mission: To wow every guest, team member, partner & community we operate in by delivering quality, value & amazing hospitality.

We will achieve our mission by being passionate about exceeding expectations - by being persistent, resilient, and constantly seeking new and creative ways to succeed. Doing the Right Thing and Going Beyond are our principles that guide everything we do.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.

The statements in this job description are intended to represent the key duties and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be ALL responsibilities or qualifications of the job. This job description is subject to change at any time.

Upon submitting your application, please ensure you complete a full application in addition to attaching a resume. Incomplete applications received will not be considered.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $70,000.00 - $85,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekend availability

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus pay

Work Location: In person