Area Sales Coordinator

Area Sales Coordinator

Job Category: Sales & Marketing Requisition Number: AREAS008737
Posted: May 13, 2026
Full-Time
Rate: $22 USD per hour
Residence Inn Charleston Downtown/Riverview 90 Ripley Pointe Drive Charleston, SC 29407, USA +2 more locations
Job Details

Description

Auro Hotels is seeking a dynamic Area Sales and Catering Coordinator for their 3 hotel properties, Courtyard by Marriott Waterfront, Residence Inn by Marriott Riverview and Springhill Suites by Marriott Riverview. Company benefits include health, vision, dental, PTO, 401k, employee discounts, and much more. The purpose of the Area Sales and Catering Coordinator is to increase room revenue by increasing production of existing special, corporate/travel agent/consortia accounts and groups in conjunction with the Sales Manager(s).
Essential Job Functions
Handle Transient and Group activity.
Develop action plans to solicit business.
Develop relationships with key lead generating sources i.e., third parties, CVB, the sales organization.
Conduct site visits and tours of hotel; entertain qualified clients. Attend client's events and special third party events to build relationships and secure business leads.
Find creative approaches to both attract and retain business.
Use resources to research and find new and existing business.
Be self?motivated with an entrepreneurial spirit.
Know how to prepare unique client proposals for group programs.
Solicit new and existing accounts to meet/exceed revenue goals through telephone solicitation, outside sales calls, site inspections and written communication.
Pursue opportunities in untapped Corporate Markets for Individual transient sales efforts ? Travel Agencies, Wholesale segment focus.
Represent property at hotel, local and other special events. Participate in sales and marketing functions as needed.
Compose and express thoughts in a clear and understandable way to ensure effective communications.
Manage multiple activities often in stressful situations with strong organization skills.
Possess the professional style and confidence to effectively represent the hotel and execute the duties and responsibilities of the position.
Keep organized files for all corporate and group acts.
Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties, work hours and/or responsibilities for this job at any time.
Experience/Education
College degree preferred; High School Diploma and/or 2?3 years' experience or equivalent combination of education and experience required. Marriott brand experience preferred.
Auro Hotels is an Equal Employment Opportunity and E-Verify Employer. All applicants are subject to background and substance abuse screening prior to any offer of employment.
Qualifications

Behaviors

Preferred

Team Player

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Works well as a member of a group
Innovative

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Consistently introduces new ideas and demonstrates original thinking
Functional Expert

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Considered a thought leader on a subject
Enthusiastic

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Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest
Motivations

Preferred

Goal Completion

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Inspired to perform well by the completion of tasks
Self-Starter

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Inspired to perform without outside help
Entrepreneurial Spirit

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Inspired to perform well by an ability to drive new ventures within the business
Ability to Make an Impact

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Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization
Education

Required

Bachelors or better in Hospitality and Resort Management or related field.
Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.