Outside Sales Manager

The newly remodeled Comfort Inn of Livonia, MI, has an immediate opening for an Outside Sales Manager.

The Outside Sales Manager is expected to solicit/ service new and existing accounts to meet/exceed revenue goals through telephone prospecting, outside sales calls, site inspections, written communication, and active internet prospecting. 

  Previous Hotel Sales experience is preferred.

Requirements:

General

1. Responsible for maintaining current corporate and group accounts.
2. Actively pursuing new corporate accounts & group business
3. Active prospecting, using telephone, internet and social networking.
4. Develop and maintain relationships with key clients in order to produce group and/ or convention business
5. Negotiate guest room rates. Confirm in writing to the client all requirements via sales contract.
6. Conduct tours of the hotel and banquet facilities; entertain qualified potential clients in accordance with company and property policies and procedures.
7. Respond quickly to guest requests in a friendly manner. Follow up to ensure guest satisfaction.
8. Maintain proper documentation of records and files for follow up and future references.
9. Attend City events to promote the company, (e.g. Chamber & CVB events)
10. Occasionally assist in breaking down or setting up of banquet space, or assist in food service, requiring lifting of up to 50 pounds.
11. General / advance computer skills, strong working knowledge of Microsoft office suite products
12. Must have excellent time management skills
13. Associates degree in hospitality or related, or minimum of two years sales experience with proven track record of success.
14. Maintain a professional internet presence on social networking sites, both personally and for the company.
15. Maintain a professional image at all times through appearance and dress.
16. Maintain a professional image at all times through proper written and verbal communication skills.
17. Must have reliable transportation
18. Other duties as assigned.