Job DescriptionThe Hilton Chicago Complex-including Hilton Chicago, Palmer House, and The Drake-is adding a Senior Sales Manager to join its dynamic team. This is an exciting opportunity to represent three iconic hotels in the heart of the downtown Chicago market.
The Senior Sales Manager will focus on accounts generating 101+ peak room nights, serve as the Q1 and Holiday coverage specialist, and play a key role in Business Development. This position offers the opportunity to drive strategic sales efforts while representing three of Chicago's most recognized and historic hotels.
- Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m.-5:00 p.m., with some moderate travel
- Office Location: Palmer House, a Hilton Hotel
- Salary: $85,000+ based on applicable and specialized experience
- On Site-Benefits: Complimentary lunch and access to the fitness center
ResponsibilitiesHere's what you'll do during a typical day:
- Represent the hotel to prospective clients: Serve as the primary point of contact for customers seeking group rooms, meeting space, and food and beverage services
- Drive new business opportunities: Respond to inquiries, initiate outreach, qualify leads, and solicit potential clients through proactive sales efforts
- Manage the full sales cycle: Conduct site visits, entertain clients, prepare proposals, determine rates, negotiate contracts, and service accounts through fulfillment
- Develop strategic sales plans: Create and execute strategies to achieve or exceed revenue and room night goals, adjusting based on performance and market conditions
- Analyze sales performance: Evaluate lost business reports and identify opportunities to strengthen conversion and competitiveness
- Support exceptional service delivery: Collaborate across departments to coordinate the fulfillment of contracted services and uphold the highest standards of client satisfaction
- Inspire and develop the team: Supervise and support team members, monitor performance, provide coaching, and foster a positive and productive work environment
QualificationsWhat It Takes to Make the StayAt Hilton, our core values define what it takes to succeed here and guide the qualities we look for in every team member:
A passion for spreading the light and warmth of
Hospitality. Acting with
Integrity and always doing the right thing. Inspiring others through
Leadership. A belief that
Teamwork drives the best outcomes. A sense of
Ownership and accountability. And a focus on the
Now, bringing urgency and discipline to every moment, knowing it can make a lasting impact.
About the TeamHow We'll Help You ThriveAt Hilton, the hospitality we're known for doesn't end with our guests. We proudly invest in our Team Members' wellbeing, supporting you through all of life's moments. When you join Hilton, our exceptional care extends to you with unmatched perks and benefits, including*:
- Incredible travel perks - Enjoy 110 nights of deeply discounted travel, with room rates as low as $40/night at our world-class hotels through our Go Hilton travel program
- Own a piece of Hilton - Through our employee stock purchase program (ESPP), you can invest in Hilton shares at a 15% discount to help build your financial future
- Paid parental leave - Because family matters. We offer paid leave for eligible Team Members, including partners and adoptive parents
- Personalized caregiving support - Access dedicated caregiving concierge services to help navigate caregiving for yourself and your loved ones
- Crisis concierge - In times of loss, our Crisis Concierge offers a single, compassionate point of contact for both practical support and emotional care
- Mental health resources - Your wellbeing comes first. Eligible Team Members can access free counseling and support through our best-in-class Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Generous paid time off (PTO) - Recharge, relax, and take time for what matters most
- Health & welfare benefits - From checkups to dental cleanings to new glasses, we offer a variety of health plans that keep you and your family covered
- Financial security for your future - Our retirement plans make it easier to save for what's next
*Benefits availability may vary depending on Team Member's location as well as terms and conditions of employment and are subject to the terms and conditions of each specific program/plan.
