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Sales Manager

Sage Hospitality Group

Portland, OR

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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$80,000–$85,000 Per Year
SKILLS
Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D), Budgeting, Business Writing, Cafeteria, Coaching, Communication Skills, Customer Relations, Customer Service Management, Customer Support/Service, Customer/Client Research, Dental Insurance, Develop and Maintain Customers, Direct Sales, Disability Insurance, Driver's License, Employee Assistance Plan, English Language, Establish Priorities, Exceeded Sales Goal, File Management, File Systems, Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Insurance, Health Plan, Insurance, Interpersonal Skills, LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) Certified, Marketing Plan, Mathematics, Negotiation Skills, Office Equipment, Organizational Skills, Physical Demands, Problem Solving Skills, Research Skills, Restaurant, Retirement Plan, Revenue Growth, Sales, Sales Closing Skills, Sales Management, Telemarketing, Time Management, Vision Plan
LOCATION
Portland, OR
POSTED
1 day ago
Why us?

The Nines, A Luxury Collection Hotel, Portland is seeking a Sales Manager to join their renowned team. The perfect candidate is passionate about service and creating indigenous experiences for each guest! Poised in the heart of the city center , within the walls of the stately Meier & Frank Building one of Portland's most beloved landmarks, the Nines honors the structure’s storied past, both in its striking decor and impeccable service. Individualistic design traits celebrate the surroundings of one of finest LEED Silver-certified hotels in Portland, providing the opportunity to truly experience the region's unique character.

As part of Sage Hospitality , we passionately strive to be the best and create excellence in everything we do. We are known amongst our staff, our owners, our guests and our communities as leaders in our field who are authentic, humble, innovative and flexible operators driven to anticipate needs and exceed expectations.

Job Overview

Sales Manager meets and exceeds revenue goals by developing new accounts and growing current hotel accounts in a profitable and win-win selling approach.

Responsibilities

Direct Sales:

+ Targets results-oriented high revenue potential sales calls to ensure a successful direct sales program, in accordance with goals established by department budget and marketing plan. Must have own reliable transportation and possess a valid state driver’s license in order to make sales calls.

+ Key Account Management: Maximizes current hotel key accounts by identifying and capturing those that offer revenue

+ growth.

+ Achieves a minimum of 90% of productivity goals and 100% of activity goals, as established by management.

New Account Development:

+ Captures competitor's accounts through networking, research and reader board surveys in order to target and solicit those most probable to generate new business.

+ Acquires referrals from existing accounts: Follows up on all leads within 48 hours of receipt in an effort to create new business for the hotel, and, when appropriate, sends leads to other Sage hotels.

+ Plans and implements an on-going Targeted Account Development "hit list" in order to create new revenue and acquire valuable hotel contacts, and contracts.

+ Continually targets and prospects for new business through telemarketing, individual creativity and innovation.

Yield Management:

+ Utilizes yield management techniques by profitably negotiating room rates and function space commitments in order to enhance the hotel's financial performance.

Account Service and Management:

+ Maintains well-documented, accurate, organized and up-to-date file management system in order to serve client and employer in the most expedient, organized and knowledgeable manner.

+ Develops strong customer relationships through frequent communication and the use of professional, courteous and

+ ethical interpersonal interaction.

+ Develops customer profiles and maintains an effective trace system, including trace dates and references, in order to best meet client needs, resulting in superior account service and increased revenues. Promptly follows-up on all customer needs and inquiries in an efficient and expedient manner.

Product Knowledge:

+ Conducts research, surveys, personal investigation and studies market place and territory in order to effectively capitalize on the hotel's strengths and competitor's weaknesses and capabilities.

Time Management:

+ Focuses on revenue-producing activity and maximizes selling time by dedicating a minimum 90% work time on direct sales efforts.

+ Professionalism: Controls expenses while traveling on the property's behalf in order to minimize department and hotel costs.

+ Represents themselves, the hotel and Sage Development Resources, Inc. with the highest level of integrity and professionalism, a service-focused approach, and a caring, sincere attitude at all times.

+ Exhibits a positive and involved team attitude to all hotel departments and maintains open communications with all co-workers for the best overall performance of the hotel. Displays a neat, clean, and business-like appearance at all times.

Qualifications

Education/Formal Training

Minimum of high school diploma or equivalent.

Experience

Six months minimum in sales, customer service related position or hotel experience preferred.

Knowledge/Skills

+ Requires knowledge of general sales techniques.

+ Requires yield management experience.

+ Requires highly developed customer service skills.

+ Requires ability to hear, speak, read and write English fluently.

+ Requires 12th grade level mathematics, spelling and reading skills.

+ Requires effective business writing skills.

+ Must be able to meet clients on and off premises, to tour property and attend functions, to climb stairs, use door keys and operate basic office equipment.

+ Vision to read fine print and computer screens, to see colors, to observe rooms in poorly lit conditions.

+ Understand and follow verbal/written instructions.

+ Work on more than one task at a time.

+ Develop strong internal and customer relationships.

+ Set and manage priorities and plan activities in advance.

+ Solve problems and make sound business decisions.

+ Respond to coaching, feedback and training. Strong and effective sales skills.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

+ Bending/kneeling - repeated bending and kneeling required while filing

+ Mobility - must be able to reach all areas of hotel to assist clients.

+ Occasional standing.

+ Occasional carrying and lifting of files and office items up to 25 lbs.

Environment

General office and hotel environment

Benefits

The Nines offers perks that are comparable to progressive employers.

+ Unlimited time off per Sage policy and manager approval

+ Medical, Vision, Dental and Retirement Benefits:

+ Eligible to enroll in medical insurance with employer covering up to 70% of premiums with wellness credit

+ Eligible to enroll in dental insurance with employer contribution towards premiums & vision insurance

+ Eligible to participate in the Company’s 401(k) program with up to 4% employer match, meeting safe harbor requirements and no vesting period

+ Eligible to enroll in Health Savings Accounts (HSA) with qualifying medical plans and receive up to $1000 company contribution

+ Eligible to enroll in Health, Dependent and Commuter Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

+ Company paid Basic Life and AD&D insurance coverage, with option to enroll in supplemental coverage

+ Eligible to enroll for short-term and long-term disability insurance coverage

+ Eligible to purchase Pet Insurance, Accidental Insurance, Critical Insurance and Hospital Indemnity Insurance

+ WINFertility guidance for those enrolled in Sage medical plan

+ Other Benefits:

+ All associates can enjoy our complimentary cafeteria

+ $50 TriMet monthly subsidy or parking stipend

+ Calm Health Application Subscription

+ Employee assistance program

+ Paid time off for vacation, sick time, and holidays

+ Tuition Reimbursement of up to $2,000 per calendar year

+ Great discounts on Hotels, Restaurants, and much more

+ Eligible to participate in the Employee Referral Bonus Program. Up to $1,000 per referral

Bold. Bright. Caring. Energetic. Driven. Strategic. Daring. To deliver the type of outstanding experience we aim to provide our guests, we need remarkable individuals who are passionate and committed to making a difference. If this sounds like you, then explore the career positions at Sage Hospitality that await you.

Salary

USD $80,000.00 - USD $85,000.00 /Yr.

ID: _2026-32232_

Position Type: _Regular Full-Time_

Property: _The Nines_

Outlet: _Hotel_

Category: _Sales & Marketing_

Min: _USD $80,000.00/Yr._

Max: _USD $85,000.00/Yr._

Tipped Position: _No_

_Address_: _525 SW Morrison St_

_City_: _Portland_

_State_: _Oregon_
EOE Protected Veterans/Disability

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