The Sales Manager will grow hotel revenue by developing sales strategies, prospecting for new business, managing corporate and group accounts, building client relationships, preparing proposals, negotiating contracts, and monitoring market trends. The role involves representing the hotel professionally and collaborating on promotions and demand-generating initiatives. Candidates should have hotel sales experience, strong communication and negotiation skills, a proactive approach, CRM knowledge, and the ability to work independently and with the hotel team.
Sales Manager
Holiday Inn Boston – Cambridge Area | Somerville, MA
Turn Relationships Into Revenue. Build Business. Make an Impact.
Holiday Inn Boston – Cambridge Area is looking for a motivated, relationship-driven Sales Manager to help grow our business and strengthen our presence in the market.
This is an opportunity for a hospitality sales professional who enjoys getting out into the market, building relationships, uncovering new business, and turning opportunities into measurable results. You’ll play an important role in driving hotel revenue while developing partnerships with corporate clients, groups, organizations, and other key accounts.
What You’ll Do
As Sales Manager, you’ll take an active role in growing the hotel’s business by:
- Developing and executing strategic sales plans designed to achieve revenue goals and sales targets
- Proactively identifying and pursuing new business opportunities
- Building strong, lasting relationships with new and existing clients
- Growing account production through consistent prospecting and relationship management
- Preparing compelling sales proposals and negotiating contracts
- Collaborating to develop promotions and sales initiatives that generate demand
- Monitoring market trends, competitive activity, and emerging business opportunities
- Representing the hotel with professionalism, energy, and a strong hospitality mindset
What You Bring
We’re looking for someone who combines strong sales instincts with genuine relationship-building skills.
- Minimum of 3 years of hotel sales or similar experience preferred
- Strong communication, presentation, and negotiation skills
- A proactive, results-oriented approach to sales
- Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with the hotel team
- Knowledge of CRM platforms and sales databases
- Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or a related field preferred
What We Offer
We believe great performance should be recognized and rewarded.
- $60,000–$65,000 annual salary
- Eligibility for an incentive plan
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Paid time off
- Career development opportunities
- Free parking
- Employee hotel stay discounts
Holiday Inn Boston - Cambridge Area is a leading hotel in Somerville, MA, known for its exceptional service and comfortable accommodations. We are committed to providing our guests with a memorable experience and our employees with a supportive work environment.
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