Group Sales Manager
About The Position
The Group Sales Manager prospects and sells to individual accounts on behalf of Four Seasons Hotel Chicago, in accordance with objectives established in the marketing plan. The role focuses sales activity, top accounts, and bookings on maximizing revenue per available room. The Manager promotes and sells to the group market in a defined geographic region, builds hotel awareness, and works with sales and marketing teams to solicit, sell, and confirm group business that meets the property’s budgeted sales goals. The position requires independent judgment and discretion in decision-making and in managing confidential property information. The Manager also completes tasks assigned by the Directors of Sales and Marketing and represents Four Seasons as a public ambassador. This is a hybrid role with required on-property days each week. Full-time hours may include some weekends or evenings as needed, as well as domestic and international business travel.
Requirements
- Solid selling and interpersonal skills, with the energy and commitment to meet and exceed personal goals.
- Proven track record in pursuing, evaluating, soliciting, selling, and confirming business to meet individual goals and overall budgeted sales and profitability.
- Two to three years of previous experience in a similar role.
- Strong command of the English language.
- Legal authorization to work in the United States.
- Ability to travel domestically and internationally.
Nice To Haves
- Strong knowledge of the local Chicago and Midwest markets.
Responsibilities
- Promote and sell to the group market in a defined geographic region for the property.
- Generate hotel awareness through direct phone sales, sales calls, trade shows, and networking groups.
- Work closely with sales and marketing teams to solicit, sell, and confirm group business needed to meet budgeted sales goals.
- Exercise independent judgment and discretion in decision-making and management of confidential property information.
- Complete and follow up on tasks, actions, and responsibilities assigned by the Directors of Sales and Directors of Marketing.
- Serve as a public ambassador for Four Seasons Hotels.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision benefits.
- Retirement plan and 401(k) with employer matching.
- Paid time off and holiday pay.
- Learning and development programs.
- Employee engagement and recognition events.
- Four Seasons discount and travel programs.
- Complimentary dry cleaning for employee uniforms.
- Employee meals.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
