Sales Manage Full Service Hotel

Sales Manager – SMERF & Weekend Business

The Woodlands, TX

A prominent hotel group in The Woodlands is seeking a Sales Manager focused on driving SMERF and weekend group business. This role is responsible for filling weekend need periods through proactive prospecting, community engagement, and fastcycle selling across two selectservice hotels with a combined 263 rooms and 4,200 sq ft of meeting space.

Compensation:

Base Salary: $65,000–$70,000

Bonus: Quarterly bonus up to 30% + an additional 10% super bonus for strong market share performance

What You’ll Do:

• Generate SMERF and leisure group business to increase weekend occupancy
• Conduct inmarket prospecting with schools, churches, sports associations, and local organizations
• Respond quickly to inquiries, prepare quotes, and close shortterm group opportunities
• Build strong relationships within the local community
• Participate in sales blitzes, promotions, and weekendfocused initiatives
• Support the Director of Sales with group strategy and market development

What We’re Looking For:

• 2–5 years of hotel sales experience (SMERF or group preferred)
• Strong relationshipbuilding and prospecting skills
• Comfortable with high activity and fast turnaround times
• Organized, responsive, and able to manage multiple leads
• Confident engaging with community organizations and social planners
• Valid driver’s license required
• Not a fit for firsttime hotel sellers

Why This Role Matters:

Weekend occupancy is a major revenue opportunity. This position directly impacts property performance by driving shortterm group business and building repeat partnerships within the community.

If you’re a proactive, communityfocused seller who enjoys closing business and filling weekends, we’d love to connect.