Conference Sales Manager - H
Hilton Charlotte Uptown
222 East Third Street
Charlotte,
NC
28202
Description
The Hilton Charlotte Uptown is an upscale full-service property featuring 400 state of the art guestrooms and over 40,000 square feet of flexible event space in the heart of Uptown Charlotte. At the Hilton Charlotte Uptown, team members enjoy a positive and high-energy environment where individual contributions are valued and celebrated every day. We are currently looking for an experienced hospitality professional to become our Conference Sales Manager. Candidate must have at least one year of experience in hotel sales, catering, banquets or event management.
Key responsibilities of the Conference Sales Manager:
- Create a dynamic and positive relationships with meeting planners from sales phase through on-site execution of event.
- Actively prospect and qualify group leads and achieve sales revenue goals.
- Handle inquiries and prepare booking proposals for clients and planners.
- Arrange and conduct site inspections, proposals and presentations for potential clients.
- Maintain accurate information in sales management system on all leads, accounts and group bookings
- Manage assigned market of 40 rooms or less on peak night
- Prepare group contracts, rate agreements and catering event orders
- Conduct site inspections and hotel tours
- Ability to work weekends and/or holidays as needed based on business levels and group meeting schedules
- Follow proper event management procedures and communicate effectively with other hotel departments
- Prepare catering event orders, group resume and billing correspondence
- Strong ability to multi-task and utilize various systems including Delphi and other hotel software platforms.
Benefits at Hilton Charlotte Uptown
- Be part of a collaborative, service-focused team dedicated to creating exceptional guest experiences and gain valuable career experience
- Enjoy the GO Hilton Travel Discount program and enjoy discounts at thousands of Hilton properties worldwide.
- Access paid vacation days, paid sick days and paid holidays.
- Participate in health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance plans
- Save for the future with a 401(k) retirement plan and company match
- Enjoy the excitement of Uptown Charlotte, just steps from premier dining, entertainment, and sporting venues.
- Participate in team member appreciation events, wellness initiatives, and recognition programs.
- Enjoy complimentary meals during each shift and much more!
Hilton Charlotte Uptown is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regards to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
If you need accommodation for any part of the application process because of a medical condition or disability, please send an email to tracey.milcarek@hiltoncharlotteuptown.com or call 704-331-4311 to let us know the nature of your request.
Qualifications
Experience with full-service hotel brand(s) or full service catering venues
Education
- High School (Required)
- Bachelors (Preferred)
Experience
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Preferred
1 years:
Experience with full-service hotel brand(s) or full service catering venues
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Required
1 years:
Experience with Catering, Banquets and/or Sales
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
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Acerca de Hilton Charlotte Uptown
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At A Glance
Travelers enjoy central location and superior amenities of Hilton Charlotte Uptown. The hotel offers easy access to the Charlotte Convention Center via a covered walkway, and complimentary access to the YMCA which is also connected to the hotel. There is a LYNX light rail stop just outside the hotel offering guests a convenient way to get around the beautiful city of Charlotte.
- Connected to the YMCA with an Olympic-sized lap pool and fitness equipment
- Lobby Atrium with Avis car rental, barber shop and gift shop
- 30,000 sq. ft of flexible event space including a Grand Ballroom
- Coastal Kitchen serving locally sourced Carolinas fusion cuisine
- Executive Lounge with complimentary breakfast, snacks and drinks
Acerca de Stanford Hotels Corporation
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Big thinking. Local results.
The Stanford Hotels Group owns and operates all their hotels with a highly specialized approach to property development. Our focus on development helps to realize potential. We see each property and its many nuances and create solutions to maximize its performance. Our development and management style equips us to focus on high profile, full-service franchise brands as well as other projects that leverage our collective experience. From real estate development to food and beverage – this depth of knowledge grows full service, successful hospitality brands. Hilton and Marriott trust us because of our solid operational infrastructure and consistently high performing track record.
We are headquartered in San Francisco where we oversee properties throughout the country.
An Invitation to Grow.
Our passion lies in realizing potential, both in people and in our projects. Our people are our engine; they are the spirit of our company, and our greatest asset. An employment opportunity with the Stanford Hotels Group means there’s a management team who cares about your personal and professional advancement, and who will make sure you are able to grow through both day-to-day and long-term participation in our company’s operations and success. Our scholarships program for employees with students in college is one great example of the way we support our team. By making it easier for our families to raise educated kids, we know we’re offering our staff an invaluable gift, and one that allows them to worry less and grow more.
Culture
Our passion is our people. Our people are the spirit of our company and our greatest strength. Our goal is to represent the community around us. We embrace inclusivity and celebrate diversity. We support our differences and what makes each of us unique. We are committed to inclusive hiring practices, company policies and a diverse workplace where everyone feels represented.
