Complex Sales Manager - DoubleTree by Hilton Boston Downtown and Boston Bayside
Complex Sales Manager - DoubleTree by Hilton Boston Downtown and Boston Bayside
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Job Description
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The DoubleTree by Hilton Complex is seeking their next Complex Sales Manager to support both Boston Downtown and Boston Bayside locations.
Both properties are located minutes away from public transportation options with the most scenic Boston views. This position will report to the Complex Director of Sales and Marketing overseeing the sales and servicing of the combined 464 rooms and 2000 square foot of meeting space.
Our ideal candidate will possess a minimum of one year of sales experience in a hotel group sales environment or a related event management field with a proven track record of converting group leads and managing group conference details into successful bookings. They will demonstrate strong knowledge of the Boston market to foster positive client engagement and drive revenue growth.
Hotel Website:
DoubleTree by Hilton Boston Downtown
DoubleTree by Hilton Boston Bayside
The Benefits:
Hilton is proud to support the mental and physical wellbeing of all Team Members so they can Thrive personally and professionally in a diverse and inclusive environment thanks to innovative programs and benefits such as:
- Medical insurance coverage for you and your family
- Mental health resources
- Best-in-class paid time off (PTO)
- Go Hilton travel discount program
- Supportive parental leave
- Matching 401(k)
- Employee stock purchase program (ESPP) with a 15% discount
- Debt-free education:Access to a variety of educational credentials including college degrees professional certificates and more
- Career growth and development opportunities
- Team Member Resource Groups
- Recognition and rewards programs
*Available benefits may vary depending on property-specific terms and conditions of employment and the collective bargaining agreement if applicable.
What will I be doing
The sales office in a hotel is a fast-paced ever-changing environment and is a true launching pad for those who aspire to grow their careers in hospitality. Specifically you would be responsible for performing the following tasks to the highest standards:
- Research solicit and generate new leads for group opportunities through database research and proactive sales efforts maximizing new room revenue streams to meet and exceed lead generation goals.
- Represent the hotel in the development of market segment(s) and new customer relationships while maintaining existing relations with assigned accounts. Consistently strives to maximize revenue and profitability for all hotel revenue streams.
- Develop a business strategy by analyzing historical current and future hotel and market trends implementing marketing initiatives to capture the maximum amount of lead revenue to meet and exceed sales goals.
This role requires strong sales communication and networking skills. The ability to demonstrate a deep understanding of customer needs and then apply a disciplined approach to qualify negotiate and secure new revenue for the hotel.
- Customer and Account Management - Apply strong sales skills to create customer value. Differentiate Hilton from the competition and bring clear value to customers and the organizations they represent.
- Prospecting - Demonstrate a mastery of the prospecting process. Identify potential customers. Prepare and implement your call strategy.
- Negotiations - Understand the customer and the business leaders expectations. Adapt to a changing market.
- Event Planning - Oversees and coordinates all aspects of client events including menu planning catering meeting room setup and additional requested services.
Customer and Account Management:
- Actively engage with Hilton Worldwide Sales Convention Bureau and Intermediaries to retain existing customers and secure new business for the Hotel.
- Develop and execute plans to engage in outside sales calls industry tradeshows and customer events.
- Develop execute and communicate a monthly quarterly and annual business plan for a designated market.
- Maintain up to date pipeline of business opportunities that will meet the short and long-term business objectives for the designated market.
- Represent hotel in all interactions dealing with their customers relative to sales including creating business proposals and executing contracts.
- Conduct site inspections through masterful story telling with prospective and existing customers based on their individual needs.
- Coordinate customer specifications (including room food and beverage and meeting space requirements) via identified lead management system. Enter and maintain pertinent account and booking information in Delphi FDC in accordance with defined standards.
Prospecting:
- Research solicit and generate new leads for business opportunities through database research and proactive sales efforts maximizing new room revenue and meet and exceed lead generation goals.
- Create and execute plan to shift share from your competitors.
- Engage in outside sales activities to uncover needs build relationships and to win new business.
Negotiations:
- Negotiate contracts and commission agreements with end-user customers and intermediaries.
- Provide solutions that both achieve and protect the financial goals of the hotel while strengthening relationships with customers.
Engage Hilton Worldwide Sales and Hilton Legal to support the contracting process when needed.
Event Planning:
Assists the client in menu planning; coordinates food beverage meeting room set-up and other services as requested by the client; assures that all requirements are communicated and completed to the clients specifications.
Review all banquet event orders banquet checks and the daily/weekly reports to ensure accuracy.
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What are we looking for
Since being founded in 1919 Hilton has been a leader in the hospitality industry. Today Hilton remains a beacon of innovation quality and success. This continued leadership is the result of our Team Members staying true to our Vision Mission and Values. Specifically we look for demonstration of these Values:
- Hospitality - Were passionate about delivering exceptional guest experiences.
- Integrity - We do the right thing all the time.
- Leadership - Were leaders in our industry and in our communities.
- Teamwork - Were team players in everything we do.
- Ownership - Were the owners of our actions and decisions.
- Now - We operate with a sense of urgency and discipline
In addition we look for the demonstration of the following key attributes:
- Quality
- Productivity
- Dependability
- Customer Focus
- Adaptability
What will it be like to work for Hilton
Hilton is the leading global hospitality company spanning the lodging sector from luxurious full-service hotels and resorts to extended-stay suites and mid-priced hotels. For nearly a century Hilton has offered business and leisure travelers the finest in accommodations service amenities and value. Hilton is dedicated to continuing its tradition of providing exceptional guest experiences across its global brands. Our vision to fill the earth with the light and warmth of hospitality unites us as a team to create remarkable hospitality experiences around the world every day. And our amazing Team Members are at the heart of it all!
Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
Full-Time
