.JOB SUMMARYLeads and manages all day-to-day activities related to the sales function with a focus on building long-term, value-based customer relationships that enable achievement of property sales objectives. Achieves personal booking goals and makes recommendations on booking goals of direct reports.CANDIDATE PROFILEEducation and Experience2-year degree from an accredited university in Business Administration, Marketing, Hotel and Restaurant Management, or related major; 3 years experience in the sales and marketing or related professional area.OR4-year bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Hotel and Restaurant Management, or related major; 1 year experience in the sales and marketing or related professional area.CORE WORK ACTIVITIESSupporting Developing & Executing Sales StrategiesWorks with sales leader to ensure understanding of sales strategy and effective implementation of this strategy for the segment.Works with management team to create and implement a sales plan addressing revenue, customers and the market for the segment led by the DOS.Assists with the development and implementation of promotions, both internal and external.Maximizing RevenueProvides positive and aggressive leadership to ensure maximum revenue potential (e.G., sets example with personal booking goals).Recommends booking goals for sales team members.Managing Sales ActivitiesMonitors all day to day activities of direct reports.Approves space release for catering to maximize revenue (DOS, Group) in the absence of a Business Evaluation Manager.Participates in sales calls with members of sales team to acquire new business and/or close on business.Executes and supports the operational aspects of business booked (e.G., generating proposal, writing contract, customer correspondence).Analyzing & Reporting on Sales and Financial DataAnalyzes market information by using sales systems and implements strategy to achieve property's financial room and catering goals.Assists Revenue Management with completing accurate six period projections.Reviews sales and catering guest satisfaction results to identify areas of improvement.Ensuring Exceptional Customer ServiceDisplays leadership in guest hospitality, exemplifies customer service and creates a positive example for guest relations.Interacts with guests to obtain feedback on product quality and service levels.Meets with guests during pre- and post-convention meetings to obtain feedback on quality of product (e.G., rooms, meeting facilities and equipment, food and beverage), service levels, execution against contract and overall satisfaction.Empowers employees to provide excellent customer service.Observes service behaviors of employees and provides feedback to individuals.Incorporates guest satisfaction as a component of department meetings with a focus on continuous improvement.Executes and supports the company's Customer Service Standards and property's Brand Standards