Hilton Garden Inn Chicago Oakbrook Terrace - Sales Manager OEM

Aimbridge HospitalityOakbrook Terrace, Illinois, United States, 60181

4 days ago

Job type

Full-time

Job description

The Sales Manager is responsible for attainment of assigned goals tied to the overall performance of the hotel. The individual will be responsible for effectively soliciting and securing new accounts. The Sales Manager will work in conjunction with the Director of Sales to achieve the hotel’s revenue and market share goals for one or more properties. The focus of sales may vary based on the respective property 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; previous 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 :

Effectively attain assigned sales and revenue goals, as well as solicitation call goals.

Proactively conduct solicitation calls, conduct sales tours, and entertain clients specific to Leisure, SMERF, Business Travel (BT) and / or Groups, as applicable by property.

Grow existing relationships with assigned accounts specific to Leisure, SMERF, Business Travel (BT), and / or Groups, as applicable by property.

Monitor and evaluate trends within your market segment.

Approach all encounters with guests and employees in an attentive, friendly, courteous and service-oriented manner.

Adheres to Aimbridge Hospitality’s established regulations, company standards, sales standards and sales metrics related.

Develop a full working knowledge of the operations and policies of the hotel and applicable departments.

Maintain strong visibility in local community and industry organizations, as applicable.

May assist in implementing and / or participating in special promotions relating to direct sales segments i.e. sales blitzes, etc.

Attend daily / weekly / monthly meetings and any other functions required by management.

Perform any other duties as requested by the General Manager or Director of Sales.

Access to back of house areas of the hotel and sensitive information

Interact and occasionally have unsupervised contact with guests and / or colleagues

Access and control to sensitive areas in the hotel premises, including the Hotel Safe, Master Keys and / or guestrooms, Storage / Liquor Room, and secured file cabinets

Drive safely on behalf of the company for business reasons

Maintain a high level of trust and responsibility

Represent the company with certain level of reputation and good character as well as exercise sound judgement

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

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Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage

Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Income

Term Life and AD&D Insurance

Paid Time Off

Employee Assistance Program

401k Retirement Plan

PROPERTY INFORMATION :

Find us next to Drury Lane Theatre & Events Center and less than a mile from Oakbrook Center Mall's shopping and dining. We’re located within 16 miles of both Chicago O’Hare International Airport (ORD) and Midway International Airport (MDW), and 20 miles from downtown Chicago. Enjoy our event space, indoor pool, fitness center, and restaurant. Our goal is to make every guest feel at home. What sets us apart is our team-oriented culture—we think as we, not I. We collaborate, support each other, and hold daily Stand-up Meetings to celebrate wins, recognize employees, and discuss ways to continuously improve our service. Our shared commitment is to create unforgettable experiences for our guests. As part of a company managing over 800 hotels worldwide, we take pride in our diverse workforce and people-first approach to business. Our employees enjoy fantastic benefits, including hotel discounts, discount programs, online training courses, management apprentice programs, leadership development opportunities, and much more. So, if you're looking for a place where you can grow, succeed, and belong, come join us!

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Hilton Garden Inn • Oakbrook Terrace, Illinois, United States, 60181