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Aimbridge Hospitality

Westin Portland Harborview - Sales Manager OEM

Aimbridge Hospitality, Portland, Maine, us, 04122

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Westin Portland Harborview - Sales Manager OEM Address 157 High Street, Portland, ME, 04101

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:

Now offering

Daily Pay ! Ask your Recruiter for more details

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: The Westin Portland Harborview provides travelers a perfect vignette to explore Maine's largest city. Originally opened in 1927 as the Eastland Park Hotel, this historic hotel has been immaculately restored. Visitors can take a short walk to discover the Old Port and some of the best restaurants, retail shops, museums and artistic venues in Maine. Guests will leave feeling better than when they arrived when they stay over in our plush rooms and suites. Each of the guest rooms feature a stunning view of downtown, the harbor or Casco Bay. Guests can enjoy a thoroughly satisfying night's sleep in a Westin Heavenly® Bed. They can re-energize in our state-of-the-art Westin WORKOUT® Fitness Studio or relax with a massage, manicure and more at Artné Spa. We offer on-site dining, including the timelessly chic Top of the East rooftop restaurant with panoramic views. Weddings and meetings thrive here with nearly 15,000 square feet of event space and a spectacular grand ballroom.

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