Love building relationships, closing deals, and seeing your efforts directly impact revenue?
If you're energized by connecting with people, uncovering new opportunities, and helping organizations create memorable events, we'd love to meet you.
The Hyatt Regency Coralville Hotel & Conference Center is seeking a dynamic, relationship-driven Sales Manager to grow group business and drive revenue at Eastern Iowa's premier full-service hotel and conference center.
In this role, you'll spend your time building partnerships, conducting site tours, networking within the community, and helping clients bring meetings, conferences, trainings, and special events to life. If you're a self-starter who enjoys the thrill of winning new business while creating exceptional guest experiences, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.
Why Our Sales Team Loves Working Here
- Annual salary range of $65,000 - $75,000, commensurate with experience
- Quarterly bonus opportunity based on sales performance
- Matching 401(k) and profit-sharing
- Health benefits available after just 30 days
- Flexible scheduling with an emphasis on work/life balance
- Free and discounted meals & Starbucks
- Free Marcus Theatre movie tickets
- Hotel discounts at Hyatt and Marcus Hotels & Resorts properties
- Free parking
- A supportive culture built around People Pleasing People
Compensation & Schedule
- Annual salary: $65,000 - $75,000
- Eligible for quarterly sales incentive plan
- Overtime Eligible Management (OEM) position
- Typical schedule averages approximately 45 hours per week
- Primarily Monday-Friday business hours with flexibility for networking events, client meetings, site tours, and occasional evening or weekend functions
What You'll Do
As a Sales Manager, you'll be responsible for generating new business, growing existing accounts, and building long-term client relationships.
Responsibilities include:
- Prospect, solicit, and develop new business opportunities through networking, referrals, outside sales calls, phone outreach, and email campaigns
- Manage and grow a portfolio of existing client accounts
- Conduct hotel site tours and showcase guest rooms, meeting space, ballrooms, and hotel amenities
- Develop and present proposals, contracts, and pricing packages tailored to client needs
- Represent Hyatt Regency Coralville at community events, trade shows, networking functions, and industry associations
- Collaborate with Events, Banquets, Revenue Management, and Operations teams to ensure a seamless client experience
- Maintain accurate account information, activity tracking, and sales pipeline reporting
- Participate in forecasting, business planning, and weekly sales strategy meetings
- Meet or exceed assigned sales goals and revenue objectives
- Build lasting relationships that generate repeat business and client loyalty
- Stay informed on local market trends, competitive activity, and emerging opportunities
What We're Looking For
The ideal candidate is outgoing, organized, motivated, and passionate about building relationships.
Qualified candidates may have experience in:
- Hospitality Sales
- Business Development
- Account Management
- Recruiting or Staffing
- Marketing
- Relationship Management
- Event Sales
Additional qualifications include:
- Strong networking, communication, and presentation skills
- Excellent organization and time management abilities
- Ability to work independently while contributing to a collaborative team environment
- Strong negotiation and problem-solving skills
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and CRM systems
- Reliable transportation and ability to conduct local outside sales calls
- Passion for delivering exceptional customer service
- Ability to lift up to 20 pounds with or without reasonable accommodation
About Us
At Marcus Hotels & Resorts, we believe our associates are our greatest asset. Our culture is built around People Pleasing People, creating memorable experiences for both guests and team members.
The Hyatt Regency Coralville Hotel & Conference Center is Eastern Iowa's premier full-service hotel and conference center, offering award-winning hospitality, exceptional meeting and event space, and a dynamic environment where associates can grow, thrive, and make an impact.
Marcus Hotels & Resorts is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $65,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Experience:
- Sales: 2 years (Required)
- Hospitality: 1 year (Preferred)
Shift availability:
- Day Shift (Required)
- Night Shift (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Coralville, IA 52241 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Coralville, IA 52241: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Willingness to travel:
Work Location: In person
