Hilton Grand Vacations

Senior Sales Manager - Hilton San Jose

Hilton Grand Vacations • $85K — $95K *
Hospitality & Recreation
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of experience in hotel sales or related field
  • Proven track record in driving group business and managing client relationships
  • Strong negotiation skills with a focus on contract management
  • Ability to analyze sales performance and market trends
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Experience in developing and executing strategic sales plans

Responsibilities

  • Represent the hotel to prospective clients as the primary contact for group inquiries
  • Drive new business opportunities through proactive outreach and lead qualification
  • Manage the full sales cycle from site visits to contract negotiation
  • Develop and execute strategic sales plans to meet revenue goals
  • Analyze sales performance to identify areas for improvement
  • Support exceptional service delivery by collaborating with various departments
  • Inspire and develop the sales team through coaching and performance monitoring

Benefits

  • Flexible work schedule to accommodate client needs
  • Opportunity to work in a prestigious Hilton corporate-managed hotel
  • Access to extensive meeting and event space
  • Collaborative and supportive team environment
  • Potential for quarterly incentives based on performance
Full Job Description
Job Description

The beautiful Hilton San Jose boasts 354 guest rooms and more than 26,000+ square feet of onsite meeting and event space. We are seeking an experienced On Property Senior Sales Manager to join our team and focus on driving larger group business while building strong partnerships with the adjacent convention center.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a Hilton corporate-managed hotel and represent a premier property with exceptional meeting and event capabilities. The ideal candidate will be passionate about hospitality, thrive in a collaborative sales environment, and enjoy building lasting relationships with clients and partners.

Schedule: Monday - Friday between 8am-5pm (flexible for client needs/networking events)

Salary: $85,000-$95,000 based on experience with potential for quarterly incentive

Responsibilities

Here'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


Qualifications

What It Takes to Make the Stay

At 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.



*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.

About Hilton Grand Vacations

Hilton Grand Vacations is a global leader in vacation ownership, providing exclusive access to some of the world's most popular destinations. With a portfolio of 62 resorts and over 325,000 members, the company offers a range of vacation experiences, from beachfront getaways to mountain retreats. Hilton Grand Vacations is committed to providing exceptional customer service and creating unforgettable vacation memories for its members.
Learn more about Hilton Grand Vacations
Size
13,000 employees
Market Cap
$4.3 billion
Industry
Net Income
-$201 million
Founded
1992
5 Year Trend
+8.1%
Revenue
$894 million
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