Sage Hospitality Group
Wedding + Group Sales Manager - AC Hotel MPLS Downtown
Sage Hospitality Group, Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States, 55400
Wedding + Group Sales Manager - AC Hotel MPLS Downtown
Sage Hotel Management, a Sage Hospitality Group company, is currently seeking a passionate, enthusiastic and purpose-driven
Wedding + Group Sales Manager
to deliver artful hospitality at the
AC Hotel MPLS Downtown . AC Hotels encompass Spanish roots, European soul and a global mindset. A timelessly modern hotel located in downtown Minneapolis at the intersection of 4th and Hennepin across from the Minneapolis Public Library. The 9‑story, 245‑key hotel contains the AC lounge and bar, AC library, media salons, meeting space, boardroom and fitness center and is connected to the City skyway system.
Essential Responsibilities
Sell and service on‑site wedding room blocks, events, and related group business.
Solicit, close, and contract wedding business using strong negotiation and creative sales strategies.
Respond promptly to inquiries, prepare proposals and contracts, coordinate rooming lists and event orders, and provide marketing collateral to clients.
Conduct site inspections, document sales activities, and maintain active client and vendor relationships to grow business opportunities.
Collaborate with the operations team to ensure exceptional customer experiences and effective use of sales and administrative resources.
Monitor client satisfaction, prepare and execute event documentation, and lead by example to exceed service standards.
Host events, participate in sales initiatives, and perform tasks as requested by management.
Education / Formal Training
Knowledge of hotel policies and procedures and the ability to determine course of action based on these guidelines.
Ability to investigate and analyze current activities and/or information involving readily available data and indicating logical conclusions and recommendations.
Strong communication skills for negotiating, convincing, selling and influencing professionals and/or hotel guests.
Ability to drive to outside sales calls.
Excellent comprehension and literacy required to develop marketing plans, create menus and programs, etc.
Experience
Prefer 2–3 years previous hotel sales experience.
Delphi and Fosse experience is a plus.
Knowledge / Skills
Ability to negotiate, convince, sell and influence professionals and hotel guests.
Ability to manage extensive amounts of information.
Knowledge of sales procedures associated with the hotel industry.
Excellent written skills sufficient to produce sales and marketing communication.
Excellent spoken and presentation skills.
Considerable ability to listen effectively.
Ability to work effectively both independently and as a team.
Flexible schedule; some weekends/holidays are required as needed.
Physical Demands
Sitting 85%, walking 5%, standing 5%; bending, kneeling, lifting, climbing 5%.
Dexterity/mobility to tour property and attend functions, to climb stairs, and operate basic office equipment.
Eligible to participate in Sage Sales bonus plan.
Benefits
Unlimited paid time off.
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.>
Eligible to participate in the Company’s 401(k) program with up to 4% employer match.
Eligible to enroll in Health savings accounts with qualifying medical plans and receive up to $1,000 company contribution.
Eligible to enroll in Health, Dependent and Commuter flexible spending accounts.
Company-paid Basic Life and AD&D insurance coverage, with option to enroll in additional coverage.
Eligible to purchase Pet Insurance, Accidental Insurance, Critical Insurance and Hospital Indemnity Insurance.
Company-paid short-term disability.
WINFertility guidance for those enrolled in Sage medical plan.
Calm Health Application Subscription.
Tuition Reimbursement of up to $2,000 per calendar year.
Paid FMLA leave for up to a period of 12 weeks.
Employee Assistance Program.
Great discounts on hotels, restaurants, and much more.
Eligible to participate in the Employee Referral Bonus Program. Up to $1,000 per referral.
Seniority Level Entry level
Employment Type Full-time
Job Function Sales and Business Development
Salary USD $60,000.00 / Yr.
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Wedding + Group Sales Manager
to deliver artful hospitality at the
AC Hotel MPLS Downtown . AC Hotels encompass Spanish roots, European soul and a global mindset. A timelessly modern hotel located in downtown Minneapolis at the intersection of 4th and Hennepin across from the Minneapolis Public Library. The 9‑story, 245‑key hotel contains the AC lounge and bar, AC library, media salons, meeting space, boardroom and fitness center and is connected to the City skyway system.
Essential Responsibilities
Sell and service on‑site wedding room blocks, events, and related group business.
Solicit, close, and contract wedding business using strong negotiation and creative sales strategies.
Respond promptly to inquiries, prepare proposals and contracts, coordinate rooming lists and event orders, and provide marketing collateral to clients.
Conduct site inspections, document sales activities, and maintain active client and vendor relationships to grow business opportunities.
Collaborate with the operations team to ensure exceptional customer experiences and effective use of sales and administrative resources.
Monitor client satisfaction, prepare and execute event documentation, and lead by example to exceed service standards.
Host events, participate in sales initiatives, and perform tasks as requested by management.
Education / Formal Training
Knowledge of hotel policies and procedures and the ability to determine course of action based on these guidelines.
Ability to investigate and analyze current activities and/or information involving readily available data and indicating logical conclusions and recommendations.
Strong communication skills for negotiating, convincing, selling and influencing professionals and/or hotel guests.
Ability to drive to outside sales calls.
Excellent comprehension and literacy required to develop marketing plans, create menus and programs, etc.
Experience
Prefer 2–3 years previous hotel sales experience.
Delphi and Fosse experience is a plus.
Knowledge / Skills
Ability to negotiate, convince, sell and influence professionals and hotel guests.
Ability to manage extensive amounts of information.
Knowledge of sales procedures associated with the hotel industry.
Excellent written skills sufficient to produce sales and marketing communication.
Excellent spoken and presentation skills.
Considerable ability to listen effectively.
Ability to work effectively both independently and as a team.
Flexible schedule; some weekends/holidays are required as needed.
Physical Demands
Sitting 85%, walking 5%, standing 5%; bending, kneeling, lifting, climbing 5%.
Dexterity/mobility to tour property and attend functions, to climb stairs, and operate basic office equipment.
Eligible to participate in Sage Sales bonus plan.
Benefits
Unlimited paid time off.
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.>
Eligible to participate in the Company’s 401(k) program with up to 4% employer match.
Eligible to enroll in Health savings accounts with qualifying medical plans and receive up to $1,000 company contribution.
Eligible to enroll in Health, Dependent and Commuter flexible spending accounts.
Company-paid Basic Life and AD&D insurance coverage, with option to enroll in additional coverage.
Eligible to purchase Pet Insurance, Accidental Insurance, Critical Insurance and Hospital Indemnity Insurance.
Company-paid short-term disability.
WINFertility guidance for those enrolled in Sage medical plan.
Calm Health Application Subscription.
Tuition Reimbursement of up to $2,000 per calendar year.
Paid FMLA leave for up to a period of 12 weeks.
Employee Assistance Program.
Great discounts on hotels, restaurants, and much more.
Eligible to participate in the Employee Referral Bonus Program. Up to $1,000 per referral.
Seniority Level Entry level
Employment Type Full-time
Job Function Sales and Business Development
Salary USD $60,000.00 / Yr.
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