Sales Manager

The Sales Manager will lead sales and planning for revenue-generating luxury events, partnering across key departments to deliver strong profitability and a high standard of guest satisfaction. This onsite role is based in Gainesville, FL.

Role Overview

The Sales Manager is responsible for selling and planning luxury event business, including weddings, social events, meetings, and conference activity. The position includes profit-driving components for each event and coordination of programs and services. The role works closely with the Director of Sales to develop the social business segment and support the hotel’s revenue goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee coordination and ensure successful execution of programs and services across events.
• Work closely with the Director of Sales to build relationships with area businesses, associations, and SMERF entities to grow the social business segment aligned with hotel revenue goals.
• Maintain consistent internal drive and engagement by demonstrating dedication to guests and the organization through being interested, productive, and actively involved.
• Maintain a working knowledge of the marketplace and collaboratively contribute to best practices that support hotel success.
• Use strong organization and attention to detail to support cooperation and coordination with other departments and managers during daily operations.

What You’ll Have an Opportunity To Do

• Create and manage luxury banquet events with an emphasis on revenue generation.
• Sell and develop event business including weddings, social events, meetings, and conference events, including relevant profit-driving components.
• Detail, service, and plan for event success in collaboration with key departments to help maximize profitability and guest satisfaction.
• Operate as a creative, analytical, and solution-oriented team member while demonstrating professional, courteous interactions with guests and colleagues.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
• Experience as a Sales Manager in a high-end environment.
• Ability to communicate effectively in both verbal and written form with the public and internal team members.
• Ability to work independently and cross-functionally to achieve goals.
• Ability to thrive in a multi-tasked, fast-paced environment.
• Availability to work during events, including weekends, nights, and holidays.

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.

Location

Gainesville, FL (onsite)