Sales Manager
KING OF PRUSSIA, PA
Full Time
Join Our Team as a Sales Manager
Wurzak Hotel Group is looking for an experienced and dynamic Sales Manager at our gorgeous property, Sheraton Valley Forge. In this role, you will be responsible for developing and executing effective sales strategies that drive revenue in the SMERF market. From generating leads and crafting tailored proposals to closing deals and building lasting relationships, you’ll play a key role in growing our group business and showcasing everything Sheraton Valley Forge has to offer.
The Company operates 24 hours a day and 7 days a week, so operational demands require variations in shift days, starting and ending times, and hours worked in a week.
Essential Functions
- Be the Face of Sheraton Valley Forge: Professionally represent the hotel in all interactions with customers, community partners, and industry contacts.
- Develop New Business: Identify demand generators and new business opportunities through research, networking, and outreach—including event planners and local organizations.
- Sales Strategy & Execution: Leverage industry tools and reports (e.g., STR reports), monitor market trends, and develop strategic plans to outperform the competition.
- Create Winning Proposals: Conduct site tours and prepare customized, creative proposals that impress and convert.
- Close the Deal: Negotiate contracts, manage client expectations, and ensure smooth transitions from sale to execution—while meeting or exceeding individual sales goals.
- Manage Key Accounts: Build long-term relationships with clients and act as a liaison during event planning to ensure satisfaction and repeat business.
- Collaborate Cross-Functionally: Work closely with hotel departments to ensure alignment and seamless execution of group bookings and events.
- Administrative Excellence: Maintain accurate sales records, reports, and documentation. Comply with company policies and hospitality regulations.
Qualifications
The Company may consider equivalent combination of acceptable education and experience providing the knowledge, skills and abilities cited below.
Education and Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Hospitality Management, Marketing, Business, or equivalent work experience.
- 5+ years of hotel sales experience, preferably in the SMERF market.
- Proven success in sales goal achievement and business development.
- Strong interpersonal, presentation, and communication skills.
- Ability to travel locally and occasionally overnight for client meetings and events.
- Knowledge of the King of Prussia/Greater Philadelphia hospitality market a plus.
Compensation and Benefits
- Competitive Salary
- Paid Time Off
- Medical, Dental, Vision health insurance
- Robust supplemental insurance for Life, AD&D, Pets, legal and more
- Wellness programs for mental, physical, and financial wellness
- Hotel and travel discounts
- Generous retirement/401k benefits
- Education and professional development
About WHG
Wurzak Hotel Group (WHG) is a Philadelphia based owner, developer and operator of premium branded full service, extended stay and focus service hotels. WHG’s core expertise is its unique ability to develop and operate hotels and food and beverage outlets in an entrepreneurial manner maximizing returns on the investment and developing long term relationships with our guests.
WHG has earned and maintains its competitive advantage by developing talent within the organization who embody the same entrepreneurial spirit of our leadership team and who seek to create value through tireless innovation, tight focus on the operational details and uncompromised guest satisfaction. Wurzak Hotel Group has a proven track record of developing and managing hospitality assets for over 30 years and continues to be recognized as one of the region’s top hospitality companies.
Find out more about us on our website or click here to visit our Linkedin page!
The company is an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive culture and does not discriminate on the basis of disability, veteran status or any other basis protected under federal, state or local laws.
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