Executive Response Manager jobs in Saint Petersburg, FL

The Executive Meeting Manager is responsible for attainment of assigned goals tied to the overall performance of the Full Service hotel and the coordination of meeting conferences and special projects. Coordination of BEOs, resumes, etc. will be for small groups under 20. The individual will be responsible for effectively soliciting and securing new accounts. The Executive Meeting Manager will work in conjunction with the Director of Sales to achieve the hotel’s revenue and market share goals. The focus of sales the associate is assigned to ( Local Corporate Groups, and SMERF Market). Management-level associates are expected to work as much of each workday as is necessary to complete their job responsibilities.Job Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School diploma or equivalent required; previous Hotel Sales experience preferred.
• Must have a valid driver’s license for the applicable state.
• Must possess developed verbal and written communication skills to frequently negotiate convince sell and influence other managerial personnel hotel guest(s) and/or corporate clients.
• Experience with professional selling skills desired: opening probing supporting closing
• Must be proficient in general computer knowledge especially Sales Force or Delphi
• Must be able to work independently and simultaneously manage multiple tasks; strong organization and presentation skills

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Effectively attain assigned sales and revenue goals as well as solicitation call goals.
• Proactively conduct solicitation calls, conduct sales tours and entertain clients specific to Corporate groups below 20 rooms, SMERF Market below 20 rooms.
• Build a group resume and service meeting when applicable.
• Grow existing relationships with assigned accounts specific to the market as described above.
• Monitor and evaluate trends within your market segment.
• Approach all encounters with guests and employees in an attentive friendly courteous and service-oriented manner.
• Adheres to Sirata's established regulations, company standards, sales standards and sales metrics related.
• Develop a full working knowledge of the operations and policies of the hotel and applicable departments.
• Maintain strong visibility in local community and industry organizations as applicable.
• May assist in implementing and/or participating in special promotions relating to direct sales segments i.e. sales blitzes etc.
• Attend daily/weekly/monthly meetings and any other functions required by management.
• Perform any other duties as requested by the General Manager or Director of Sales.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $51,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Ability to Commute:

• Saint Pete Beach, FL 33706 (Preferred)

Work Location: In person