Come join our award winning hotel team located at the dynamic Charleston Area Convention Center. Savvy sales individuals with group experience will love our space as our clients do: 135,000 sf. of event space. 76,000 sf. Exhibit Hall. 25,000 sf. Ballroom and 22 Break-out rooms.
Our team mission is simple. We take care of each other, so we are better able to serve our guests. Quality results and personal performance results are very important to us. High-acheivers flourish in our environment. Our company continues to grow every year. All of our hotels deliver superior financial results.
About the Management Team
Our management team is very solid. Very low-turnover and a supportive environment allow independant managers to excel. We are driven by philosophy, not policy.
Who Will this Job Appeal To?
People who enjoy selling properties that properly service groups.
Individuals that like working at properties that continually train Sales Managers.
Someone who wants to join a very progressive company.
An individual looking for promotion.
The Ideal Candidate for this Position
We are searching for a sales manager with strong group experience in their background. We are the group market leader in Charleston.
Job Requirements
Must be a citizen of this country or possess a valid work permit.
Technical Requirements:
Experience selling to a variety of market segments.
Actively participate in industry related organizations.
Strong background in selling rooms, F&B, Catering, Meeting Rooms, and A/V.
Thorough knowledge of sales techniques.
Enjoy asking for business and closing sales.
Consistently make cold calls.
Aggressively pursue new accounts on a weekly basis.
Consistently book repeat business.
Track record developing long term business relationships.
Maintain consistent verbal and written communication with clients.
Conduct familiarization trips.
Make onsite and field presentations to prospective clients.
Attend trade shows and participate in sales blitzes.
Excellent phone sales skills.
Consistently meet or exceed sales goals.
Enjoy a team sales approach.
Desire recognition and compensation based on personal sales production.
Business Skills:
Excellent time management skills.
Good knowledge of computers.
Strong customer service orientation and skills.
Excellent listening skills.
Create courteous, friendly, professional work environment.
Creative problem solving skills.
Think creatively.
Solid skills selling and negotiating programs/projects.
Compensation
Salary
$40,000 - $50,000
Bonus
to 50% of salary, payable quarterly
Relocation
We will pay relocation costs as agreed upon at time of hiring
We are a full service, 255 all suite hotel that is attached to the the Charleston Area Convention Center, Coliseum, and Performing Arts Center. We have consistantly won quality awards since our opening in 2000. Some other awards include the "Connie Award" for for being a top 2 Embassy Suites Hotel, The Pinnacle Award, The Governer's Cup, and more. Attached to the Convention Center we provide 135,000 sf of event space, including a 25,000 sf. ballroom, 22 break-out rooms and a 75,000 sf. Exhibit Hall. We are also connected to the North Charleston Performing Arts Center with 2300 seats and a spacious pre-function gallery, and the North Charleston Coliseum with over 13,000 seats. We have a dedicated friendly staff delivering Savvy Service on a daily basis.
Why People Like to Work for Us
Embassy Suites Airport Hotel and Convention Center in North Charleston has been a top ranked hotel among all Embassy Suites since our opening. We offer a professional working environment nationwide, with many opportunities for advancement in a corporate structured atmosphere. Our complete benefits package is competitive and includes a company matching 401K Plan. If you are looking to get your foot in the door with an industry leader that embraces diversity and creativity, apply today.
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