Now Hiring - InterContinental Hotels Group PLC - Hotel Sales Manager in Columbus, OH

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Department: Hotel Sales Overview - Responsible for room revenue, meeting space revenue for a 300 room hotel with 20,000 square feet of flexible meeting space. PRIMARY REPONSIBILITIES: * Responsible for prospecting, soliciting, and booking all targeted sales marketsas assigned by Director of Sales & Marketing. * Prepare and present proposals & agreements with accurate information * Responsible for growing existing accounts and generating new accounts to maximize revenue. * Monitor production of all top accounts and evaluate trends within your market * Conduct site tours of hotel * Attend tradeshows and events as needed * Develop marketing strategies, participate in trade shows/ local events, engage in telemarketing and in-person calls. * Responsible for the review of tentative accounts to assure timely conversion to definite release of space to the individual hotel market. * Cultivate relationships, build new business in designated markets by promoting hotel and reviewing competitor reader boards for new leads * Meet and or exceed monthly sales goals - bookings and activities * Develop knowledge of company sales policies and SOP's * Multitask and prioritize departmental functions to meet deadlines * Utilize brand tools as resource for sales information * Ensures optimal levels of customer service in the Hotel Sales Department with a high level of commitment to make sure every guest is satisfied. * Assist with the marketing plan * Interacts with sales contacts and guests to ensure all expectations are achieved. * Maximize revenue by selling all facets of the hotel, both orally and in written form to previous and potential clients. * Develops cooperative interaction and teamwork with all other departments throughout the hotel. * Demonstrate the ability to anticipate and solve practical problems or resolve issues. * Works collaboratively with sales team to ensure optimal hotel occupancy and appropriate hotel yield based upon demand. * Attend daily, weekly and monthly meetings * Participate in MOD coverage as required * Complete tasks assigned by GM and DOS, other duties as required REPORTS TO: Director of Sales & Marketing EXPERIENCE/SKILL/EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS: 2 or more years of Sales management experience in a mid to large hotel. Excellent leadership, organizational and communications skills required. Knowledge of MS Word and Excel. Effective verbal & written communication skills. Present a professional appearance. Team player. Detail oriented. Opera PMS and Salesforce experience a plus! In addition to a competitive starting salary, TJM Hotels LLC is proud to offer a benefits package including: * Health, Dental & Vision * Vacation Time * Personal Time * Holiday Pay * Direct Deposit * Commission plan paid monthly * and so much more Job Type: Full-time Pay: From $45,000.00 per year Benefits: * Dental insurance * Paid time off * Vision insurance Schedule: * Monday to Friday Supplemental Pay: * Bonus opportunities * Commission pay * Monthly bonus Willingness to travel: * 25% (Preferred) Work Location: In person