Join our team as a Sales Manager at Hilton Garden Inn Kauai!Are you driven by the thrill of closing deals and building lasting connections? We are seeking an experienced
Sales Manager to play a critical role in soliciting new business and nurturing existing accounts for Tour, Wholesale, Business Travel, and Leisure markets. This is a hands-on, client-facing role where you will be directly responsible for growing the hotel's presence in the market, with a focus on meeting revenue goals and exceeding client expectations.
This role can either be based
on-site in Kauai, or is open to
remote if located within Hawaii only.
Salary: $80,000 - $90,000
Your Role:As the Sales Manager, you will be at the forefront of our hotel's sales efforts, using your expertise to develop strong relationships with both new and existing clients. Your mission is to grow revenue by prospecting, making sales appointments, and consistently identifying new business opportunities. Some of your key responsibilities include:
- Solicit assigned accounts to achieve or exceed budgeted rooms revenue and to improve performance in the marketplace.
- Make sales appointments and cold calls to consistently prospect accounts for all direct sales segments.
- Regularly contact existing accounts based on the tracing frequencies.
- Monitor production of all top accounts and evaluate trends within your market.
- Meet or exceed sales solicitation call goals as assigned by the Director of Sales.
- Invite clients to the hotel for entertainment, lunches, tours, and site inspections, etc.
- Assist in implementing special promotions relating to direct sales segments i.e. sales blitzes, etc.
- Respond to incoming leads and sales inquiries
- Attend and participate in Daily/Weekly Sales Meeting.
- Participate in the required M.O.D. and Saturday office coverage as scheduled.
- React to negative trends in the marketplace by implementing blitzes or catering promotions.
- Perform any other duties as requested by the General Manager or Director of Sales.
- Other duties as assigned.
What We're Looking For:- 1+ year hotel sales experience preferred.
- A high school diploma or equivalent is required; a 2 to 4-year college degree is a plus.
- Must be proficient with Windows operating systems and sales software.
- Must have valid driver's license for applicable state and an acceptable MVR (Motor Vehicle Record).
What We'll Do For You:- Health Benefits - Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance available starting the first of the month after just 30 days. (Full-time team members)
- Holidays & Paid Time Off - Take time to relax and recharge. (For eligible team members)
- 401(k) Retirement Plan - Secure your future with our generous company match.
- Education Program - Further your career with our tuition reimbursement program.
- Hotel Travel Discounts - Explore the world with special rates.
- Daily Pay - Access your earnings when you need them.
