Job Description - Complex Senior Sales Manager - Embassy Suites by Hilton Los Angeles International Airport South and Embassy Suites by Hilton Los Angeles Downey (HOT0B2BD)
Work Locations
Embassy Suites Los Angeles Intl Airport
1440 Imperial Avenue
El Segundo 90245
The Embassy Suites Los Angeles South and Embassy Suites Los Angeles Downey are currently hiring a Complex Senior Sales Manager. This role serves as the hotel representative to prospective clients and customers who need to rent rooms, meeting space, food and beverage service, etc. Responsibilities include responding to sales inquiries, initiating new sales, prospecting and qualifying leads, soliciting potential clients, entertaining clients, conducting site visits, answering questions, determining rates, preparing proposals, negotiating contracts, servicing accounts, and analyzing lost business for the hotels. The role also involves developing sales plans and strategies to meet or exceed established revenue and room night goals, and working with various departments to ensure requested services are provided to customers.
The annual salary range for this role is $80,000-$85,000 (Plus Bonus) and is based on applicable and specialized experience and location.
What will I be doing?
As a Complex Senior Sales Manager, you will be responsible for representing the hotels to prospective clients and customers. Your specific responsibilities include:
- Representing the hotel by soliciting, responding to, and negotiating with persons requiring large and complex group accommodations.
- Initiating the preparation of proposals and/or contracts to advise prospective customers of hotel guest rooms and meeting space availability.
- Engaging in outside sales activities to discuss business opportunities and entertain customers in local and assigned markets.
- Attending weekly sales departmental meetings and other scheduled meetings to support business operations.
- Conducting site inspections with potential customers, visiting guest rooms, meeting space, and banquet facilities.
What are we looking for?
We look for demonstration of the following key attributes:
- Basic hotel product knowledge, i.e., staffing, operations, safety, security, and hotel policies.
- Basic knowledge of the hotel structure/layout and how all departments interact.
- Extensive knowledge of the market and related meeting industry.
- Ability to effectively deal with internal and external customers.
- Proficiency in the use and operation of computer systems.
What will it be like to work for Hilton?
Hilton is the leading global hospitality company, dedicated to providing exceptional guest experiences across its global brands.
The Benefits
Hilton supports the mental and physical wellbeing of all Team members with innovative programs and benefits such as:
- Health insurance
- Career growth and development
- Team Member Resource Groups
- Recognition and rewards programs
- Go Hilton travel discount program
- Best-in-Class Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Supportive parental leave
- Employee stock purchase program (ESPP)
- Debt-free education opportunities
Embassy Suites by Hilton - LAX South is an Equal Opportunity Employer – M/F/Veteran/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity.
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