Group Sales Manager

Fairmont San Francisco Group Sales Manager

Through your passion and motivation, you sell memorable experiences. You are professional and knowledgeable about your property, and build strong relationships with key clients and guests.

What you will be doing:

Reporting to the Director of Group Sales, responsibilities and essential job functions include but are not limited to the following:

• Achieve or exceed monthly, quarterly, and annual sales goals by developing new accounts and maintaining existing ones.
• Direct sales initiatives for the hotel, with ownership of designated group market
• Sell hotel guest rooms, meeting space, and related services including food and beverage, AV, and outlet venues, ensuring alignment with customer expectations and hotel revenue targets
• Establish parameters, quote and negotiate rates within established guidelines, and confirm group bookings through executed written contracts.
• Develop polished sales proposals and respond in timely fashion to all leads assigned
• Review of sales contracts, considering the number of rooms, average rate and total revenue objectives of the hotel
• Maintain detailed account, contact, and activity records using OperaCloud Sales System and other relevant platforms.
• Ensure the integrity of key accounts, the key prospect database and monitoring of the sales software programs for accuracy and thoroughness
• Participate in sales activities both on and off property, with flexibility in work schedule
• Organize and host site inspections, FAM trips, and other client engagement events to promote the hotel and its offerings, to drive incremental business
• Provide guidance and direction in the development of segment action plans
• Keep abreast of competitive set hotels, remaining knowledgeable of offerings and updates
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders including existing and potential clients, Accor Global Sales Offices, local tourism boards, and sister properties within the Accor portfolio.
• Coordinate closely with internal departments such as Event Services, Front Office, and Catering to ensure all contractual details are executed and client satisfaction is achieved.
• Consistently offers professional, engaging and friendly service
• Participate in hotel-wide leadership initiatives
• Balance operational, administrative and Colleague needs
• Remain knowledgeable of industry trends and
• Uphold all departmental policies, procedures, and safety standards.
• Follow all safety policies
• Participate in any Brand Sales Incentive Programs
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned

Qualifications

Your experience and skills include:

• Minimum of three years of sales experience
• University/College degree in a related discipline is preferred
• Strong prospecting skills, using key tools including AI technology
• Excellent computer skills including Microsoft applications, with advanced knowledge of Excel and PowerPoint, and OperaCloud/OSEM, Cvent
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and strong attention to detail
• Conformity to the highest standards of personal integrity and ethical behavior
• Superior interpersonal and problem-solving/strategizing skills
• Highly responsible & reliable
• Excellent time management and organizational skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and juggle many tasks simultaneously
• Exceptional customer service abilities
• Ability to focus attention on guest needs, always remaining calm and courteous
• Proactive mindset to anticipate and support changes in our business

Physical Aspects of Position (include but are not limited to):

• Frequent standing and walking throughout shift

• Occasional kneeling, pushing, pulling, lifting

• Occasional ascending or descending ladders, stairs and ramps

• Additional Information

• Salary: $99,000-$119,900

Visa Requirements:

• Must have proof of eligibility to work in the United States.

Our commitment to Diversity & Inclusion:

• We are an inclusive company and our ambition is to attract, recruit and promote diverse talent.

• Fairmont is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Feel free to visit our website at http://www.fairmont.com/ to find out more about our company.

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