Senior Sales Manager - DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Boston Cambridge at Hilton

Boston, Massachusetts, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

19 Dec, 25

Salary

0.0

Posted On

20 Sep, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Sales, Communication, Networking, Customer Management, Negotiation, Prospecting, Lead Generation, Market Analysis, Relationship Building, Contract Management, Revenue Maximization, Creativity, Enthusiasm, Teamwork, Adaptability, Dependability

Industry

Hospitality

Description

The DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Boston Cambridge is looking for their next Senior Sales Manager. Located half a mile from Harvard Business School, this hotel features 267 total guest rooms and 2,037 square feet of meeting space with their largest space at 925 square feet. Our ideal candidate will have at least five years of experience in a hotel group sales environment, with a proven track record of converting group leads into successful bookings. They are highly motivated to act on leads and consistently deliver positive results, demonstrating creativity and enthusiasm in showcasing the hotel to potential group clients. Shift Pattern: Typical office hours of 8:30AM – 5:00 PM with required flexibility to adjust schedules for early mornings or late evenings on all days based on client engagement events. The Benefits – Hilton is proud to support the mental and physical wellbeing of all Team Members so they can Thrive personally and professionally in a diverse and inclusive environment, thanks to innovative programs and benefits such as: · Access to pay when you need it through DailyPay · Medical Insurance Coverage – for you and your family · Mental health resources including Employee Assistance Program · Best-in-Class Paid Time Off (PTO) · Go Hilton travel program: 100 nights of discounted travel · Parental leave to support new parents · Debt-Free Education: Team Members will have access to a wide variety of educational credentials through our partnership with Guild Education, including: college degrees and professional certifications* · 401K plan and company match to help save for your retirement · Hilton Shares: Our employee stock purchase program (ESPP) - you can purchase Hilton shares at a 15 percent discount · Career growth and development · Team Member Resource Groups · Recognition and rewards programs * Available benefits may vary depending upon property-specific terms and conditions of employment and the terms of the collective bargaining agreement if applicable. What will I be doing?: The sales office in a hotel is a fast-paced, ever-changing environment and is a true launching pad for those who aspire to grow their careers in hospitality. Specifically, you would be responsible for performing the following tasks to the highest standards: · Research, solicit and generate new leads for group opportunities through database research and proactive sales efforts, maximizing new room revenue streams, to meet and exceed lead generation goals. · Represent the hotel in the development of market segment(s) and new customer relationships while maintaining existing relations with assigned accounts. Consistently strives to maximize revenue and profitability for all hotel revenue streams. · Develop a business strategy by analyzing historical, current and future hotel and market trends, implementing marketing initiatives to capture the maximum amount of lead revenue to meet and exceed sales goals. This role requires strong sales, communication, and networking skills. The ability to demonstrate a deep understanding of customer needs and then apply a disciplined approach to qualify, negotiate and secure new revenue for the hotel. · Customer and Account Management - Apply strong sales skills to create customer value. Differentiate Hilton from the competition and bring clear value to customers and the organizations they represent. · Prospecting - Demonstrate a mastery of the prospecting process. Identify potential customers. Prepare and implement your call strategy. · Negotiations - Understand the customer and the business leaders expectations. Adapt to a changing market. Customer and Account Management: · Actively engage with Hilton Worldwide Sales, Convention Bureau and Intermediaries to retain existing customers and secure new business for the Hotel. · Develop and execute plans to engage in outside sales calls, industry tradeshows and customer events. · Develop, execute and communicate a monthly, quarterly and annual business plan for a designated market. · Maintain up to date pipeline of business opportunities that will meet the short and long-term business objectives for the designated market. · Represent hotel in all interactions dealing with their customers relative to sales, including creating business proposals and executing contracts. · Conduct site inspections through masterful story telling with prospective and existing customers based on their individual needs. · Coordinate customer specifications (including room, food and beverage and meeting space requirements) via identified lead management system. Enter and maintain pertinent account and booking information in Delphi FDC in accordance with defined standards. Prospecting: · Research, solicit and generate new leads for business opportunities through database research and proactive sales efforts, maximizing new room revenue and meet and exceed lead generation goals. · Create and execute plan to shift share from your competitors. · Engage in outside sales activities to uncover needs, build relationships and to win new business. Negotiations: · Negotiate contracts and commission agreements with end-user customers and intermediaries. · Provide solutions that both achieve and protect the financial goals of the hotel while strengthening relationships with customers. · Engage Hilton Worldwide Sales and Hilton Legal to support the contracting process when needed. #LI-ZR1 What are we looking for? Since being founded in 1919, Hilton has been a leader in the hospitality industry. Today, Hilton remains a beacon of innovation, quality, and success. This continued leadership is the result of our Team Members staying true to our Vision, Mission, and Values. Specifically, we look for demonstration of these Values: Hospitality - We're passionate about delivering exceptional guest experiences. Integrity - We do the right thing, all the time. Leadership - We're leaders in our industry and in our communities. Teamwork - We're team players in everything we do. Ownership - We're the owners of our actions and decisions. Now - We operate with a sense of urgency and discipline In addition, we look for the demonstration of the following key attributes: Quality Productivity Dependability Customer Focus Adaptability What will it be like to work for Hilton? Hilton is the leading global hospitality company, spanning the lodging sector from luxurious full-service hotels and resorts to extended-stay suites and mid-priced hotels. For nearly a century, Hilton has offered business and leisure travelers the finest in accommodations, service, amenities and value. Hilton is dedicated to continuing its tradition of providing exceptional guest experiences across its global brands. Our vision “to fill the earth with the light and warmth of hospitality” unites us as a team to create remarkable hospitality experiences around the world every day. And, our amazing Team Members are at the heart of it all!

Responsibilities

The Senior Sales Manager will be responsible for generating new leads for group opportunities and maximizing revenue streams. This role involves developing customer relationships and executing business strategies to meet sales goals.