Area Sales Manager - Corporate Group - Quick Hire!

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Irvine Spectrum is a prominent hotel located in the Irvine Spectrum Business Park, right in the heart of Southern California's technological coast. This hotel is part of the globally recognized Hilton Hotels & Resorts brand, known for its commitment to exceptional hospitality, outstanding customer service, and luxurious accommodations. At this property, employees are valued and cared for, fostering a supportive and dynamic work environment. The hotel team is dedicated to providing guests with memorable experiences during every stay, maintaining high standards of service and hospitality. The location in Irvine Spectrum Business Park places the hotel in a vibrant commercial hub, frequented by both business and leisure travelers, particularly those engaged in the technology sector. This positioning offers an exciting, fast-paced hotel environment where innovative customer engagement and professional growth are key. Potential employees will find themselves integrated into a proactive team that prioritizes guest satisfaction and operational excellence. Working at DoubleTree by Hilton Irvine Spectrum provides an opportunity to be part of a well-established brand with a strong reputation and global reach. The role offered is centered on corporate group sales, crucial for driving new business opportunities to the hotel. The Sales Manager will actively solicit new group business by prospecting new corporate group customers and leveraging network channels to open doors for potential clients. The role involves a strategic focus on penetrating key business activities within the marketplace to bring profitable business to the hotel. The Sales Manager will stay informed about market trends and client needs, targeting specific segments such as corporate, education, association, and SMERF (social, military, educational, religious, and fraternal) markets. Responsibilities include participating in industry organizations, attending trade shows, and making field presentations to prospective clients. The position requires developing strong, long-term client relationships through consistent communication and exemplary customer service. A successful candidate will analyze business opportunities, respond to requests for proposals (RFPs), prepare detailed client and internal reports, and coordinate function details with various hotel departments. The role also involves maintaining up-to-date client information in the hotel's computer systems and traveling as needed to meet out-of-state clients. Attention to detail, excellent negotiation skills, and the ability to manage a high-volume, time-sensitive environment are essential. The Sales Manager will also contribute to local community engagement and handle guest inquiries and special arrangements, resolving any complaints or issues within their authority or escalating them appropriately. This full-time position offers a unique career advancement opportunity in the hospitality industry within a globally respected brand. The ideal candidate will have at least two years of relevant group sales experience and a solid understanding of hotel operations and guest relations. Hilton offers an inclusive and equal employment opportunity policy, ensuring a discrimination-free workplace that supports diversity in all employment terms and conditions. This role is perfect for a motivated professional eager to grow their career in hotel sales while contributing to the success and reputation of a leading hotel brand in a prime Southern California location.

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
• Two or more years of hotel-related group sales experience
• Ability to learn, follow and maintain effective sales processes
• Strong knowledge of sales techniques
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to solve problems and remain calm and alert in difficult situations
• Ability to travel for client meetings