Group Sales Manager
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Job Location:
Richmond, VA - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
30+ days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Department:
Job Summary
Overview
Richmond Hotel
Ideally located in the heart of everything that makes Richmond a unique and special destination the Omni Richmond Hotel is known for refined Southern hospitality in an elegant and relaxing setting. Nestled within the historic and vibrant Shockoe Slip district our guests enjoy a location adjacent to timeless architecture restaurants nightlife and the scenic James River. The Omni Richmond is at the very center of Richmonds financial and legislative districts blocks from the Virginia State Capitol.
Omni Richmonds associates enjoy a dynamic and exciting work environment comprehensive training and mentoring along with the pride that comes from working for a company with a reputation for exceptional service. We embody a culture of respect gratitude and empowerment day in and day out. If you are a friendly motivated person with a passion to serve others the Omni Richmond Hotel may be your perfect match.
Job Description
Omni Hotels & Resorts is seeking a dynamic Sales Executive who brings strong leadership and revenue-focused hotel experience and is interested in joining an industry leading company. Based in Richmond Virginia you will engage in working with a team of sales associates responsibly for account development and revenue generation. If you are goal oriented energetic have previous hotel sales experience then we offer the perfect environment for you to succeed.
Purpose of this position is to develop the assigned Group Market Segment concentrating on the solicitation of new profitable business and maintaining potential repeat business.
To merchandise the guest rooms and function space to maximize revenue potential for the hotel and to ensure that the customer has the best possible meeting experience.
Responsibilities
- Develop actively solicit and maintain existing and new group accounts in defined territory.
- Promote high visibility of the hotel through active involvement in community and industry organizations and networking events.
- Maintain positive relationships with internal and external customers.
- Present proposals and negotiate contracts insuring that all aspects of solicitation and closing are documented and complete.
- Identify qualify and solicit potential business opportunities through telemarketing tradeshows customer visits presentations and other sales initiatives.
- Meet or exceed monthly and annual sales production goals targets and initiatives.
- Contribute to Sales Teams focus on a proactive solicitation environment.
- Assist Director of Sales in implementing strategies / action plans to generate and accurately forecast group revenues for the hotel.
- Follow all Group Sales and Hotel standard operating policies and procedures.
- Properly convey pricing information within approved limits to maximize revenue opportunities.
- Perform in a manner that demonstrates the philosophies of the Omni Hotels and Resorts culture and professionalism at every opportunity.
- Promote all Omni properties and offer information to clients to cross sell the brand and affiliates.
- Work closely with all departments such as Convention Services and Reservation Sales to ensure that all details are communicated to ensure a successful meeting experience.
- Perform other tasks as needed or directed to ensure effective hotel operations.
Qualifications
- Three years or more related experience in a hospitality sales environment preferably hotels.
- Bachelors degree from four-year College or university or equivalent experience preferred.
- Must have experience in customer service developing new business site inspections and maintaining positive professional client relationships.
- Must have knowledge of current relevant computer software programs and equipment (Microsoft Office products; Delphi knowledge preferred).
- Must have excellent written and oral communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and without supervision
- Must be able to work a flexible schedule including day evening weekends and holidays when needed
Omni Hotels & Resorts is an equal opportunity employer - vets/disability. The EEO is the Law poster and its supplement are available using the following links: EEOC is the Law Poster and the following link is the OFCCPs Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination policy statement
If you are interested in applying for employment with Omni Hotels & Resorts and need special assistance to apply for a posted position please send an email to .
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Required Experience:
Manager
Key Skills
- Fashion Retail
- Forklift
- Developmental Disabilities Experience
- Management Experience
- Mediation Experience
- Serving Experience
- Warehouse Experience
- Product Management
- Alternative dispute resolution
- Leadership Experience
- Supervising Experience
- Social Work
About Company
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