BT Sales Manager - Holiday Inn - Milwaukee Riverfront

What you will be doing

• Conduct a successful, aggressive solicitation process involving outside sales calls, inside appointments, telephone calls, individual letter and direct mail. As a proactive Sales Manager, 80% (eighty) of time should be spent in active sales solicitation.
• Assist the Director of Sales in the preparation of the annual marketing plan, including the action plans covering assigned market segments.
• Send proposals on all leads which fit the profile of the property and actively follow through to convert from proposal to definite status. 
• Obtain, document and route all necessary information on definite groups, including billing information, credit application, rooming list and VIP arrangements. Details on meeting arrangements, menus, audio-visual arrangements, etc., should be documented and passed on to catering manager for follow up.

What we are looking for

• Strong business communication and presentation skills, both verbal and written
• Talk and listen to clients, demonstrating excellent sales skills by knowing and selling product in a professional and courteous manner
• May be required to work varying schedules to include nights, weekends, and holidays
• Someone who enjoys working as and being part of a team that provides great experiences for our Guests!