About Us:

At Hilton Garden Inn Sacramento Airport Natomas, we blend the reliability of a trusted global brand with the warm, personalized service of a locally rooted team. With a vibrant atmosphere, a recently refreshed property, and a team that genuinely loves what they do-we don't just host guests, we create experiences. From our convenient airport shuttle to our full-service restaurant and outdoor pool, we're proud to be one of Sacramento's best-kept hospitality secrets.

We're looking for a motivated and results-driven Sales Manager to join our team at the Hilton Garden Inn Sacramento Airport Natomas-just 10 minutes from SMF with easy access to downtown Sacramento, Golden 1 Center, and the State Capitol.

Position Overview:

In this role, you'll drive group, corporate, and catering sales through proactive outreach, relationship building, and strategic planning. You'll be the face of the hotel in the local community, manage events from inquiry to execution, and collaborate with on-site teams to ensure a seamless guest experience.Oversight of local corporate transient, group sales and group catering.

This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, understands hotel sales inside and out, and wants to be part of a collaborative and performance-focused team. You'll represent the Hilton brand with pride while selling everything from business group blocks to special events and catering packages.

What You'll Do:

Lead and close group business, corporate travel, and catering contracts that drive top-line revenue.

Prospect and develop new accounts while maintaining and growing relationships with existing clients.

Collaborate cross-functionally with front desk, banquet, and kitchen teams to deliver seamless group experiences.

Represent our hotel in the community and with strategic partners (Convention & Visitors Bureau, Chamber of Commerce, etc.)

Manage in-house groups from initial inquiry through execution, ensuring every detail is right.

Handle sales admin like proposals, contracts, BEOs, group resumes, billing, and CRM updates with precision and timeliness.

Participate in marketing strategy and create creative campaigns that position our hotel as the venue of choice.

Support management as a Manager on Duty during key business hours, including weekends and holidays.

What We're Looking For:

2+ years of hotel sales experience preferred (Hilton or branded experience is a plus)

College degree preferred, but equivalent experience will be considered

Passion for hospitality, sales strategy, and relationship building

Excellent communication skills and the ability to close the deal

Knowledge of Sacramento market or similar destination markets is a big plus

Experience with STS, Delphi, and/or other CRM systems

Team player attitude with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously

Flexible availability to support business demands (evenings, weekends, events)

The statements listed are intended to represent the key duties and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be all responsibilities or qualifications of the job. We are an equal opportunity employer and make employment decisions without regard to age, race, religion, national origin, gender, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or other protected class. Those who are ineligible to work in the United States and provide current and legal I9 documentation will not be considered.