Business Transient Sales Manager

About the Property

Blossom Hotel Houston is a luxury property located in the heart of Houston’s renowned Medical Center District. On September 30, 2025, the hotel will proudly transition to the Hilton Curio Collection, bringing a distinctive lifestyle experience to Hilton’s global portfolio. This transition presents a unique opportunity for a dynamic sales professional to join the team during a pivotal time of growth and repositioning.

Key Responsibilities

• Account Development & Sales
• Solicit, negotiate, and close business transient corporate accounts, consortia, and travel management companies (TMCs).
• Conduct regular prospecting and site visits to grow market share.
• Maintain and expand relationships with key accounts, ensuring strong customer engagement and repeat business.
• Hilton Systems & Tools
• Leverage Hilton’s sales tools, resources, and platforms (Lanyon RFP, CARP, Hilton Direct, HWS, etc.) to maximize productivity and revenue.
• Ensure timely loading and maintenance of corporate negotiated rates across distribution systems.
• Partner with Hilton’s regional sales teams to drive brand-led business opportunities into the property.
• Revenue & Performance Management
• Collaborate with the Director of Sales & Marketing and Revenue Management team to implement effective sales strategies that maximize RevPAR index and overall hotel performance.
• Monitor account production, market trends, and competitor activity to identify growth opportunities.
• Achieve or exceed individual and team sales goals.
• Collaboration & Communication
• Work closely with Hilton brand support, Global Sales, and the on-property team to ensure alignment with commercial strategies.
• Represent the hotel at trade shows, industry events, and local market activities as appropriate.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Hospitality, Business, or related field preferred; but not required.
• Minimum of 2–4 years of sales experience, with a strong preference for hotel or hospitality background.
• Hilton brand/system experience strongly preferred (e.g., Lanyon, CARP, Hilton Honors, Hilton Direct, HWS).
• Proven track record of securing and growing BT/corporate accounts.
• Strong knowledge of Houston market dynamics; experience in the Medical Center area a plus.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
• Highly motivated, results-driven, and able to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Why Join Blossom Houston / Hilton Curio Collection?

• Be part of a landmark brand transition into Hilton’s lifestyle collection.
• Access to Hilton’s global resources, distribution, and loyalty network while contributing to a distinctive, locally inspired hotel experience.
• Opportunity to make a significant impact on revenue growth during a transformative time for the property.