Group Sales Manager

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Description

The ideal Thompson team member is passionate about creating unforgettable experiences and thrives in a culture that blends bold design, elevated service, and a sense of spontaneous authenticity. This is a standout opportunity for someone eager to grow their career in sales, gain exposure to marketing and events, and work alongside a driven, creative, and collaborative team of leaders.

The Group Sales Manager plays a key role in shaping the hotel's business success by actively prospecting and developing group business-positioning Thompson Savannah as a premier destination for meetings and events. This role is perfect for a dynamic, relationship-driven professional who's excited to push boundaries, deliver high-touch service, and make a measurable impact across the property.

• Actively prospect and develop group business through outbound sales efforts, lead management, and proactive relationship building.

• Represent the Thompson Savannah at industry events, sales trips, and trade shows to generate new business and elevate brand visibility.

• Host client entertainment and site inspections to strengthen relationships, showcase the Thompson experience, and drive conversions.

• Manage the proposal and contracting process from start to finish-including prompt lead response, RFP preparation, and customized proposals that align with brand standards and client needs.

• Create and execute quarterly sales action plans focused on business development, market penetration, and revenue growth targets.

• Maintain detailed and organized documentation throughout the entire booking cycle, ensuring accurate communication with key departments.

• Deliver personalized, high-touch service to clients, collaborating closely with Operations, Event Planning, and Banquets to ensure a seamless guest experience.

• Leverage Hyatt systems, sales tools, and CRM to track performance, manage pipeline, and uncover cross-selling opportunities across segments.

• Actively engage in weekly sales strategy meetings, business review, and internal planning sessions to align efforts and optimize execution.

• Support broader sales and marketing initiatives as needed, and perform additional duties as assigned by leadership.

• All other duties as assigned by leadership

Qualifications
• A true desire to satisfy the needs of others in a fast-paced environment.

• Refined verbal and written communication skills

• A minimum of 1-3 years of hotel sales or comparable experience preferred

• Must be proficient in general computer knowledge

• Prefer selling, negotiating, business writing and presentation skills training