Business Travel Sales Manager - Hilton Motif Seattle

Hilton Motif Seattle, a stylish and modern hotel located on 5th Avenue in the heart of downtown Seattle, offers guests an unparalleled urban experience surrounded by some of the city’s finest restaurants, shopping, entertainment venues, museums, and attractions. Situated between Pike Place Market and Union Street, this sleek hotel boasts 319 newly redesigned rooms and over 28,000 square feet of flexible meeting and event space, making it an ideal destination for business and leisure travelers alike. Guests can enjoy a vibrant award-winning restaurant with an extensive outdoor patio that showcases sweeping city views, enhancing the overall stay experience. As part of the globally recognized Hilton brand, Hilton Motif Seattle benefits from a tradition of innovation, quality, and superior service that has made Hilton a leader in the hospitality industry since 1919.

The Business Travel Sales Manager role at Hilton Motif Seattle is a thrilling opportunity for a talented sales professional seeking to advance their career within the dynamic hospitality sector. This position offers a salary range of $80,175 to $85,175, commensurate with applicable and specialized experience. The successful candidate will be entrusted with driving business travel sales by developing and executing comprehensive sales strategies to attract and secure large and complex group accommodations. This includes not only securing sleeping rooms but also facilitating meeting space and food and beverage services tailored to client needs.

In this role, the Business Travel Sales Manager acts as a critical link between the hotel and its current and prospective clients, serving as the hotel's representative by responding to sales inquiries, initiating new sales leads, conducting site visits, negotiating contracts, preparing proposals, and managing client accounts to ensure utmost satisfaction. The position demands a strong skill set in customer and account management, prospecting potential clients, and executing effective negotiation tactics to meet or exceed established revenue and room night goals. By working cross-functionally with various internal hotel departments, the manager ensures seamless delivery of the services promised to clients, reinforcing Hilton Motif Seattle’s commitment to exceptional hospitality.

Beyond the core responsibilities, the role requires a proactive and strategic approach to business development, including participation in industry tradeshows, networking events, and outside sales calls. The ideal candidate will possess excellent communication skills, the ability to adapt to a fast-paced environment, and a thorough understanding of market dynamics. Hilton fosters an inclusive and diverse work environment that encourages professional growth, supported by extensive benefits that promote mental and physical well-being.

Hilton Motif Seattle is proud of its recognition as the #1 Best Hospitality Company To Work For in the World, offering employees various benefits including comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, generous paid time off, supportive parental leave, a robust 401(k) plan with employer matching, access to educational programs, and employee stock purchase options. Team members also enjoy complementary meals during shifts, travel discounts, and sales incentive programs designed to reward outstanding performance. Joining Hilton Motif Seattle means becoming part of a globally respected hospitality brand dedicated to excellence and the professional success and satisfaction of its team members.