Sales Manager

🌟 Sales Manager | Gibson Hotel Management, Inc.

Gibson Hotel Management, Inc. — an award‑winning, Knoxville‑based hotel management, investment, and development company — has an exciting opportunity for a Sales Manager at our Towne Place Suites by Marriott Knoxville‑Cedar Bluff to join our growing hospitality team!

We’re looking for a motivated, relationship‑driven professional with a true “hunter” mentality — someone who thrives on uncovering new business, cultivating long‑term partnerships, and driving revenue success.

• Own and exceed annual sales goals within assigned markets and accounts

• Proactively prospect and secure new business through calls, networking, and site visits

• Develop and execute strategic sales plans to grow room and event revenue

• Build and maintain strong, long‑lasting client relationships

• Represent the hotel at trade shows, community events, and networking functions

• Prepare and present compelling proposals that communicate value and service excellence

• Report on market trends, competitor activity, and client feedback

• Proven success in hotel sales or a similar hospitality sales role

• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities

• Excellent communication and presentation abilities

• Strategic thinker with the drive to turn plans into results

• Experience with social, educational, religious, and small meeting market segments preferred

• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Business, or related field

• Ability to travel for sales calls, networking events, and trade shows

At Gibson, we pride ourselves on fostering a people‑first culture built on integrity, experience, and discipline. We recognize our team members for their achievements, invest in their growth, and create pathways for career advancement within our expanding portfolio.

Join a company where you can take pride in your work, your team, and the experiences you help create.

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Gibson Hotel Management