Sales Manager

Generator Hostels ltd.; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Birthday holiday

Employee bounty program

Gym membership contribution

Two free nights at Generator hotels

Staff room rates

International career opportunities

Job summary

Generator Hostels ltd. is seeking an experienced Sales Manager with a strong Group sales background to lead our hospitality sales efforts for Paramount Hotel Times Square in New York. You will drive new business, manage key group accounts and raise the Generator brand profile in the region.

We value a result-driven, passionate sales professional with hunger to win opportunities, build lasting relationships and represent our unique lifestyle brand at industry events.

Qualifications

• Proven track record in hospitality group sales and account management.
• Ability to win new business and build long-term client relationships.
• Strong negotiation, communication and presentation skills.
• Strategic thinker capable of planning and delivering revenue growth.

Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of key group accounts and maximise opportunities.
• Proactively seek out new business across target markets.
• Build commercially beneficial relationships with clients.
• Represent the company at industry events and report performance.
• Analyse market data to inform strategic sales plans.
• Plan and maintain a proactive sales calendar.

Skills

Commercial savvy

Negotiation

Organization

Team player

Communication skills

Hands-on attitude

Job description

A very unique & challenging opportunity has become available for an experienced Sales Manager with Group sales background to join our Sales Team. We are looking for a result driven, passionate sales professional who has the drive, determination and hunger to seek out and win new business whilst raising the profile of the Generator brand and the properties in the region. If you have a genuine desire to be part of something big then your journey should start here. Help us to create an unforgettable experience & be a part of Europe’s fastest moving, ground-breaking, lifestyle & hospitality brand.

WHO ARE WE

Generator is redefining social hospitality. Born in London, we've grown into a global lifestyle brand with unique properties across Europe and the US. Recognised as one of Fast Company's Top 50 Most Innovative Companies globally, we're passionate about creating spaces where everyone can be themselves.

Backed by Brookfield, we're entering an exciting new phase of growth, with ambitious plans for the future. Our people are at the heart of everything we do, and we're committed to creating an environment where they can thrive.

ABOUT PARAMOUNT HOTEL TIMES SQUARE

Paramount Hotel is a New York City landmark located just steps from Times Square. Constructed in the French Renaissance style by Thomas W. Lamb in 1927, the building reflects the theatrical character of it neighborhood. The bustle of the street disappears as you step inside - with its two-story lobby, reflective fireplace, dramatic lighting, and rich textures, it sets the stage for a hip, indulgent experience. Recently updated but retaining it historical charm, the Paramount Hotel is standing out - as the only hotel near Broadway NYC with genuine personality.

NUTS AND BOLTS OF THE JOB

• Manage a portfolio of key accounts, maximising Groups opportunities
• Pro-actively seek out, take ownership and continually deliver new business opportunities across key markets
• Build long term, commercially beneficial relationships within your market
• Understand, develop and follow company and sales specific practices
• Spend time with customers supporting their accommodation, F&B and event needs
• Represent the company at key industry events
• Report in a timely, consistent and professional manner on account and personal performance
• Collect, review, analyse market and revenue data in order to plan and execute strategic plans
• Plan, organise and manage a proactive and efficient business sales calendar

Naturally this is not intended as an exhaustive list of duties. Other duties as may be reasonably required will form part of this job description.

WHAT’S IN YOUR DNA

• Commercially savvy with a proven background to spot business opportunities
• A strong negotiator
• Organisational and prioritisation skills in order to meet strict reporting deadlines
• Strong team player with an enthusiasm to learn
• Good communication skills with the ability to communicate well at all levels
• Hands-on attitude, with attention to detail

YOUR ROCK STAR EXPERIENCE

• Experienced in the hospitality Group Sales
• Knowledgeable of the local markets

OUR GLOBAL EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

• Birthday holiday in addition to your yearly holiday allocation
• Fertility Treatment Support Leave - up to three days' paid leave in any one year for an employee to undergo fertility treatment
• Employee Bounty Program providing opportunities to earn a compensation for new hire referrals with no cap on number of referrals made
• Company contribution towards gym membership fees for all eligible employees – look good, feel good, work good
• Ideas Award - Quarterly award to double gross basic salary for 1 month to employee with most valuable suggestion/feedback
• 2 free nights’ accommodation across any of our Generator properties globally
• Reduced room rates for staff as well as friends and family members (we operate in several locations across Europe & US so your next holiday is sorted)
• International career opportunities so you can travel the world while working with us (win-win!)
• Social events, celebrations calendar & various employee recognition schemes – we never ever need an excuse to let our hair down!
• Online learning tools to help you develop, learn and grow

LOCAL EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

• 9 holidays
• Medical + Dental + Vision (subsidised contributions)
• Life & Disability (employer paid)
• Paid sick leave (56 hours per calendar year)
• Paid vacation (80 hours per calendar year)
• Commuter benefits
• Voluntary products: Voluntary Life, Legal Shield/ID Shield, Pet Insurance, Hospital Indemnity, critical illness, Accident Insurance and FSA

Employment will be based upon personal capabilities and qualifications without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic as established by law.