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Group Sales Coordinator

Company:
FAIRMONT
Location:
Washington, DC
Posted:
April 13, 2024
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Job Description

Company Description

Why work for Accor?

We are far more than a worldwide leader. We welcome you as you are and you can find a job and brand that matches your personality. We support you to grow and learn every day, making sure that work brings purpose to your life, so that during your journey with us, you can continue to explore Accor’s limitless possibilities.

By joining Accor, every chapter of your story is yours to write and together we can imagine tomorrow's hospitality. Discover the life that awaits you at Accor, visit Description

RESPONSIBILITIES

Ensure prompt and courteous service is extended to both internal and external clients

Have a complete understanding and knowledge of hotel’s services and facilities

Assist in qualifying leads, researching space, entering bookings in Opera Sales and Event Management, and responding to client(s) either personally or by directing to the appropriate salesperson(s)

Preparation of contracts and proposals

Record and track leads for responses and due dates

Preparation of deposit invoices and tracking of deposits received from clients

Verify group commissions and prepare requests for commission payments

Assist Sales Managers in conducting site inspections of the Hotel

Maintain/order current printed sales and promotional collaterals and office supplies

Coordinate with other departments within the hotel to ensure distribution of important information

Prepare and disseminate routine daily, weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual reports

Attend all sales meetings

Obtain and record group histories

Provide administrative duties as required by Sales Managers and Director of Group Sales

Regular Sales Office phone coverage

Assist with preparation and follow-up of sales trips including expense reporting

Assist with duties of Sales Managers when they are absent from the office

Maintain an organized work environment

Other duties as assignedQualifications

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum High School Diploma, Business School and/or Hotel School Diploma preferred

Bachelor’s or Associate’s college degree preferred

Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications

Past hospitality or travel industry experience (internal or external) an asset

Proven competency in the area of organization and communication skills

Ability to work without direct supervision

Pleasant out-going personality/good interpersonal skills

Excellent command of the English language

Desire to pursue a career in Hospitality sales and marketing preferred

Additional Information

Do what you love, care for the world, dare to challenge the status quo! #BELIMITLESS

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

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