Group Sales Manager

Four Seasons • Naples, FL

23d

About The Position

Four Seasons is powered by our people. We are a collective of individuals who crave to become better, to push ourselves to new heights and to treat each other as we wish to be treated in return. Our team members around the world create amazing experiences for our guests, residents, and partners through a commitment to luxury with genuine heart. We know that the best way to enable our people to deliver these exceptional guest experiences is through a world-class employee experience and company culture. At Four Seasons, we believe in recognizing a familiar face, welcoming a new one and treating everyone we meet the way we would want to be treated ourselves. Whether you work with us, stay with us, live with us or discover with us, we believe our purpose is to create impressions that will stay with you for a lifetime. It comes from our belief that life is richer when we truly connect to the people and the world around us. A rare gem on Florida's Gulf Coast of Southwest Florida, Naples Beach Club, a Four Seasons Resort, is an exclusive collection of 156 luxurious beachfront private residences and a 222-room hotel all within a 125-acre walkable coastal village in the heart of Old Naples. Honoring local heritage and artfully reimagined for modern-day elegance, the resort includes residents-only facilities and amenities, a luxury spa and state-of-the-art well-being/fitness center, exquisite and diverse fine dining outlets, outdoor pursuits to include a tennis center, and an 18-hole golf course, bowling and movie theater experiences, and an exclusive private club. The first of its kind, the Naples Beach Club, a Four Seasons Resort, is paradise found. Work closely with the sales and marketing team to solicit, sell, and confirm group business required to meet budgeted sales goals. The Group Sales Manager prospects and sells to individual accounts on behalf of the hotel in accordance with the objectives established in the marketing plan. The Manager will ensure that sales activities, top accounts, and bookings are focused to yield maximum revenue per available room.

Requirements

• Excellent personal presentation and interpersonal skills.
• College degree or equivalent experience.
• Minimum two to three years experience in a related position, preferably in a luxury hotel environment.
• Strong computer and math skills required.
• Proficient in the use of a personal computer and various software programs including MS Word, MS Excel, PowerPoint, PCC, contract software, and ACT!
• Ability to read, write, and speak English
• The hospitality business functions seven (7) days a week, twenty-four (24) hours a day, and scheduled days and times may vary based on need.
• Occasional travel for trainings, events, and/or conferences.

Responsibilities

• Promote and sell to group markets in the defined geographic region for property.
• Generate resort awareness through direct phone sales; direct sales calls, tradeshows, hotel tours, and networking groups.
• Work closely with sales and marketing teams to solicit, sell, and confirm group business required to meet budgeted sales goals for the property. Candidate should possess the ability to solicit group travel.
• This position requires a high degree of independent judgment and discretion in decision-making and managing confidential information of the property.
• Performs and follows up on all extra tasks, actions, and responsibilities assigned by the Directors of Sales and Directors of Marketing. Has the ability to be a Public Ambassador for Four Seasons Hotels.
• Attend all required meetings.
• Other duties or projects as assigned.

Benefits

• Lucrative salary!
• Market-leading benefits package that includes: Medical, Dental, Vision, and 401K with employer matching all starting at 30 days!
• Time off plans starting on the day of hire!
• An opportunity to be a part of a cohesive team in an inclusive work environment!
• Complimentary and discounted hotel stays around the world!
• Wellbeing and mental health initiatives and focused company!
• Embracement and promotion of diversity in our workplace!
• Complimentary employee meals and beverages!
• Tuition reimbursement!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager