Group Sales Manager - and Spa

Are you an experienced sales professional with a passion for hospitality, relationship-building, and creating memorable experiences? We're seeking a Full-Time Year-Round Group Sales Manager to join our team at the Bar Harbor Inn & Spa, located on the stunning coast of Bar Harbor, Maine.

In this role, you'll lead the hotel's group sales efforts, developing new business and building lasting relationships with clients while helping drive revenue through leisure, business, group, and wedding opportunities. You'll work closely with our General Manager, Catering & Sales Coordinator, and other departments to ensure each group experience is thoughtfully planned and successfully executed.

As a key member of our leadership team, you'll develop and implement sales strategies, negotiate rates and contracts, conduct client meetings and property tours, attend group and wedding trade shows, and represent the Bar Harbor Inn & Spa to prospective and returning clients. You'll also provide direct supervision to the Catering & Sales Coordinator.

If you're a motivated sales leader who enjoys building relationships, identifying new opportunities, and being part of a team dedicated to exceptional guest experiences, we want to hear from you!

At Witham Family Hotels, we are dedicated to creating unforgettable experiences for our guests while fostering a family-like environment for our team. Proudly recognized as one of the Best Places to Work in Maine since 2022 and an Inclusive Workplace, we uphold our core values of kindness, respect, inclusion, empowerment, excellence, integrity, and family. We are an equal opportunity employer, and we believe our strength lies in our differences.

• PTO (Paid Time Off):
  Earn up to 136 hours in your first year, prorated based on your hire date.
• Health Insurance:
  Multiple Aetna plans with 80% of the cost covered, including family options.
• Dental and Vision Insurance:
  Our dental plan includes up to 4 cleanings a year and more. We pay 80% of the cost. We also offer vision insurance.
• 401(k) Plan:
  Up to 4% company match.
• End of Season Bonus.
• Heating savings program in partnership with Irving and Dead River-save on heating oil and propane.
• Core Values Program:
  Earn points for branded swag!
• Referral Bonus:
  Up to $1,000 per new full-time employee you refer.
• Discounts on hotel stays, dining, and spa services at our properties and selected New England Inns & Resorts collection hotels.
• Employee Recognition Programs.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP):
  Free and confidential counseling services.
• Employee Relief Fund:
  Financial support for unexpected situations, mostly funded by our awesome teammates!
• Annual Flu Shot Clinic.
• Witham Family Hotels Gala:
  An annual event that recognizes YOU!
• Be part of a company that gives back - The Witham Family Hotels Charitable Fund has donated over a million dollars to local organizations.

• Lead the hotel’s group sales efforts and develop strategies to increase group, leisure, business, and wedding revenue
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with existing clients while identifying and pursuing new business opportunities
• Work closely with the General Manager and leadership team to develop and implement annual sales strategies and goals
• Sell and promote the Bar Harbor Inn & Spa to prospective clients through calls, emails, networking, property tours, client meetings, and other sales activities
• Negotiate rates, contracts, room blocks, and other agreements while maximizing hotel revenue
• Prepare and maintain accurate sales reports, contracts, proposals, and other group documentation
• Attend group and wedding trade shows, networking events, and other industry functions as needed
• Work…