Sales Manager

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Fort Lauderdale, FL, USA
In-Office
Entry level
Real Estate • Travel • Hospitality
The Role
Generates conference group and business transient revenue for a hotel property. Responsibilities include prospecting, negotiating contracts, developing sales strategies, managing local and national accounts, maintaining sales records, building industry relationships, supporting marketing and trade activities, and meeting revenue goals through disciplined execution and customer engagement.
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We’re People People. Are you?

We’re Sonesta International Hotels—the 8th largest hotel company in the U.S. (and growing fast 🚀).


With a dynamic mix of full-service and focused hotels across major cities, our diverse portfolio of owned, managed, and franchised properties means we’re everywhere our guests need us to be.

But here’s the thing—we’re not just in the business of hotels, we’re in the business of people. We bring service with passion, loyalty with purpose, and create experiences that genuinely connect—delivering quality, value, and memorable stays across 1,000+ properties in eight countries (and counting).


What this role is all about


This property-based position is responsible for generating conference group business from both local and national markets, with a strong focus on revenue maximization, strategic market development, and the effective administration of assigned responsibilities. This Manager would oversee the Small Group Market in the Tri-County area as well as solicit and manage the property’s Business Transient accounts. The role requires disciplined execution through thoughtful delegation, sound judgment, and a high level of personal attention to detail.

What you’ll be doing

·        Solicit, negotiate and confirm new and repeat business through various efforts (lead follow up, solicitation activities as assigned, digital marketing, direct referrals, prospecting, etc.) to maximize revenues to meet/exceed goals.

·        Prepare and execute proposition proposals, sales contracts.

·        Create and distribute effective internal and external communication (written and verbal).

·        Develop and implement creative sales strategy by analyzing historical, current and future hotel/market/account trends.

·        Develop and continually enhance relationships with key local businesses and travel industry accounts.

·        Maintain accurate, legible records and files consistent with established automated or manual sales system.

·        Participate in training, trade shows, community, industry and professional organizations to maintain high visibility in support of the achievement of sales and revenue goals.

·        Perform special projects and other responsibilities as assigned and participate in task forces and committees as requested.

·        Interact with outside contacts:

o   Guests – to ensure their total satisfaction

o   Other contacts as needed (Professional organizations, community groups)

·        Attend and participate in all hotels and/or departmental meetings, training sessions and other information meetings.

·        Regular attendance in conformance with hotels standards is essential to the successful performance of this position.

·        Perform other duties as assigned.


Anticipated Pay Range & Additional Job Information


How we reward you

At Sonesta, we know showing up for our guests starts with showing up for our people. That means supporting your health, your financial future, and everything in between. 


Here’s a snapshot of what we offer: 


  • Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance  
  • Health Savings Account (HSA) with Company Match  
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match  
  • Paid Vacation & Sick Time  
  • Paid Parental Leave  
  • Company-Paid Life Insurance  
  • Company-Paid Short-Term & Long-Term Disability  
  • Hospital Indemnity, Critical Illness & Accident Insurance  
  • Educational Assistance  
  • Sonesta Hotel Discounts (yes, you’ll want to use these ✈️)  
  • Additional Perks & Employee Discounts 

Our Commitment to You


Sonesta is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.


Before You Apply


To be considered, please complete the full application in addition to submitting your resume. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed. 


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The Company
HQ: Newton, MA
342 Employees
Year Founded: 1986

What We Do

Sonesta International Hotels Corporation is a rapidly expanding hospitality company that operates a diverse portfolio of hotel brands ranging from upscale to extended stay across the U.S. and internationally.

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