Property Description

21c Museum Hotel Chicago is a unique and innovative hotel that combines contemporary art, culture, and hospitality to create a truly immersive experience for guests. Located in the heart of downtown Chicago, this art-centric hotel offers an exciting opportunity for job applicants who are passionate about art, design, and guest service. As part of the 21c Museum Hotels family, employees can expect to work in a dynamic and creative environment that fosters innovation and artistic expression. With its museum-quality art installations, cutting-edge design, and curated guest experiences, 21c Museum Hotel Chicago offers a one-of-a-kind work environment where employees can contribute to creating an unforgettable guest experience. From front desk and concierge services to culinary arts, event planning, and beyond, there are diverse employment opportunities that cater to a wide range of skills and interests. Join the team at 21c Museum Hotel Chicago and be a part of a truly unique and inspiring hospitality experience that celebrates art, culture, and creativity.

Overview

The Business Development & Sales Manager is a goal-oriented “Driver” that uses the robust resources available to them to strategically determine new account opportunities, and then assertively pursues and acquires these accounts. The seller in this critical role must have an enhanced focus on creating new dedicated local customers and shifting share from the hotel’s competitors. The manager is responsible for direct, proactive, and targeted prospecting leading to new account acquisition and existing account growth.

If you are a motivated sales professional with a passion for the hospitality industry, apply now to become a Sales Manager! Join our dynamic team, unleash your sales prowess, and be part of our success story. Take the next step in your career and make a significant impact on our business.

This Position is Bonus Eligible.

Qualifications

• 2-year college degree or equivalent education/experience.
• Minimum of 1 year in a business development role with proven track record of success. 
• Proficient in Microsoft office, familiarity with Delphi or other hotel sales systems a plus.
• Knowledge of Agency 360 (Hotelligence), Knowland, Cvent, and/or other BI resources is a plus. 
• Strong understanding of negotiation and interpretation of proposals and contracts.
• Proactive approach, assertive and fast paced, driven to succeed.
• Time management skills. Being able to work on multiple projects with desired outcome for each.
• Ability to communicate effectively amongst all levels of the organization.
• Some travel required.

Benefits

Davidson Hospitality Group is an award-winning, full-service hospitality management company overseeing hotels, restaurants, dining and entertainment venues across the US. A trusted partner and preferred operator for Hilton, Hyatt, Kimpton, Marriott, and Margaritaville, Davidson offers a unique entrepreneurial management style and owners’ mentality that provides the individualized personal service of a small company, enhanced by the breadth and depth of skill and experience of a larger company. In keeping with the company’s heritage of delivering value, Davidson is comprised of four highly specialized operating verticals: Davidson Hotels, Pivot, Davidson Resorts and Davidson Restaurant Group.

In keeping with the company’s heritage of delivering value to its owners and team members, Davidson offers a rich benefit program with a variety of benefits designed to enrich the lives and well-being of our team members and their families.

• Three Tiers of Medical Coverage
• Dental & Vision Coverage
• 24/7 Teledoc service
• Free Maintenance Medications
• Pet Insurance
• Hotel Discounts
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid Time Off (vacation, sick, bereavement, and Holidays). 
• 401K Match

Working at Davidson is like nowhere else. It’s less of a job, more of a calling. It’s part career, part revolution. Because whatever you do here, you play a part in helping redefine the way quality hospitality is delivered to our guests, our clients, our partners, and each other.EOE AA- Minorities/Females/Vet/Disability/Gender Identity/Sexual OrientationDavidson Hospitality is a drug free workplace. Pre-employment drug test and background check required. We participate in E-Verify.