Association Sales Manager

Job DescriptionThe Association Sales Manager position is an in-house position responsible for generating top line revenue to meet or exceed budget expectations for this first-class convention hotel. You will be joining a seasoned team of sales professionals in Franklin, Tennessee's largest hotel and conference center.Primary Responsibilities IncludeAchieving monthly top line revenue goals and increasing the STR market share of the hotel.Proactively selling the hotel through face-to-face appointments with customers, tele-prospecting, etc.Participating in sales blitzes and utilizing available business tools to prospect for new business.Evaluating potential business opportunities for the hotel and presenting findings as necessary to the Director of Sales and revenue team.Gaining contacts and business intelligence and showing community spirit through involvement in appropriate organizations.Maintaining awareness of the sales practices of the hotel's competitive set and is a "product expert" when selling against them.Adhering to all sales administrative processes that are in place including preparation and submission of reports or internal communications and meets deadlines.Building and maintaining strong relationships and loyalty with top producing clients and maintains professional integrity.The ideal candidate for this positionHave proven previous hotel sales experience including outside/direct sales experienceHave a stable work historyBe well-organized and have strong client follow-upBe competitive, self-motivated and a self-starter.Exhibit exceptional written and verbal communication skillsHave fully functional computer skills including experience with Word, Excel and PowerPoint.Benefits IncludeMedicalDentalVisionLifeLong/Short TermSupplemental Insurance401-KProfessional Growth and Development OpportunitiesCompensation: Based on ExperienceTravel Discounts