Courtyard Chicago Schaumburg - Area Sales Manager OEM

The Area Sales Manager is responsible for attainment of assigned goals tied to the overall performance of a collection of 2-10 hotels. The individual will be responsible for effectively soliciting and securing new accounts for all assigned hotels. The Area Sales Manager will work in conjunction with the respective Directors of Sales / hotel leadership to achieve the revenue and market share goals for the hotels assigned. The focus of sales may vary based on the respective properties the associate is assigned to (i.e. Leisure, Business Travel, Group, SMERF). Management-level associates are expected to work as much of each workday as is necessary to complete their job responsibilities; for OEM associates, overtime does apply and is calculated accordingly.

QUALIFICATIONS :

• High School diploma or equivalent required with at least 2 years Hotel Sales experience preferred.
• Must have a valid driver’s license for the applicable state.
• Must possess developed verbal and written communication skills to frequently negotiate, convince, sell and influence other managerial personnel, hotel guest(s) and / or corporate clients.
• Experience with professional selling skills desired : opening, probing, supporting, closing
• Must be proficient in general computer knowledge especially Microsoft Office products
• Must be able to work independently and simultaneously manage multiple tasks; strong organization and presentation skills

RESPONSIBILITIES :

After an initial waiting period, those hired into full time positions are eligible for a competitive benefits package that includes the following :

PROPERTY INFORMATION :

Located in the heart of Schaumburg, steps from top corporate businesses, over 200 restaurants, and Woodfield Mall, Courtyard by Marriott Chicago Schaumburg / Woodfield Mall, is 15 miles from O'Hare International Airport and a short Metra train to downtown Chicago. Every room is equipped with free Wi-Fi and a convenient mini-fridge. Guests can sit back and relax on a comfy pullout sofa in front of a flat-screen TV with premium cable. Unmatched by other Schaumburg hotels, we offer an onsite Bistro serving healthy breakfast items, Starbucks coffee and a delicious dinner menu with full bar. With an interactive GoBoard®, free property-wide Wi-Fi and free shuttle service within a 5-mile radius, business travelers from Paylocity, Experian,Canon, and ITW can get work done anywhere.

Application deadline for Colorado positions :

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