Senior Leisure Sales Manager

Radiology Partners Gulf Coast; Vail (CO); Remote; USD 83,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hotel located in Vail, Colorado is seeking a Senior Leisure Sales Manager to enhance their sales efforts in the hospitality sector. This remote role focuses on building consortia and travel business, driving sales through strong relationship management and market research. The position offers competitive pay, benefits, and growth opportunities in a dynamic work environment.

Benefits

Free meals in colleague cafeteria

Discounted hotel stays

Flexible Spending Account

Annual ski pass bonus

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of hospitality sales experience preferred.
• Experience in luxury or upper-upscale properties preferred.
• Excellent verbal and written English communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct market research for new business opportunities.
• Manage current accounts with weekly sales calls.
• Prepare and present proposals and negotiate contracts.

Skills

Customer Service

Creativity

Time Management

Relationship-building

Sales Skills

Tools

Hotelligence

Lanyon

Sabre RFP

Job description

Summary

Nestled at the base of Vail Mountain, along the banks of Gore Creek, Grand Hyatt Vail is located in the heart of Vail Valley within the Cascade Village neighborhood. Featuring Vail's premier open-air chairlift directly next to our spacious ski valet and rental shop, Grand Hyatt Vail offers the most convenient access to Vail Mountain, adventure, and respite. From skiing and snowboarding, seasonally inspired resort activities, and luxurious amenities, Grand Hyatt Vail has something for everyone. Enjoy an array of Colorado-inspired dining options, comfortable guest rooms, and warm hospitality at Vail's premier ski-in/ski-out resort. Grand Hyatt Vail is seeking colleagues with unmatched service. We care for people so they can be their best.

The Senior Leisure Sales Manager is a remote position based in California or Texas supporting the Grand Hyatt Vail's strategic efforts in driving new Consortia, Wholesale, and Travel business. The candidate should have a good understanding of hospitality, hotel sales, and agency sales processes, with a proven track record in customer service, creativity, time management, and follow-through.

This role involves selling, auditing, and prospecting all consortia and wholesale accounts for the Grand Hyatt Vail. Hyatt associates work in an environment that demands exceptional performance and offers great rewards, including career opportunities, job enrichment, and a supportive environment. If you're ready for this challenge, we encourage you to apply. The budget salary starts at $83,000, with actual pay commensurate with experience.

Essential Job Functions:

1. Conduct market research for new business opportunities using Agency 360 and other online tools.
2. Manage current accounts by organizing weekly sales calls and client events.
3. Secure new business through familiarization tours, site visits, and sales calls.
4. Prepare and present proposals, presentations, and negotiate contracts with support from the Area Leisure Sales Manager.
5. Maintain organized documentation and reporting using Hyatt's Envision software.
6. Utilize Hyatt's reservation systems (Prio and Reserve) and coordinate customer service with hotel operations, seeking process improvements.
7. Travel as needed to attend tradeshows and conduct sales calls.
8. Participate in sales strategy meetings and other duties as assigned by the Directors of Sales and Marketing.

Why Work at Hyatt?

• Enjoy free meals in our colleague cafeteria for every shift.
• Free on-site parking.
• Earn sick pay based on hours worked.
• Discounted and complimentary hotel stays.
• Full-time colleagues are eligible for Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance after 30 days.
• Flexible Spending Account and Retirement Savings Plan.
• Basic Life Insurance.
• PTO accrued based on hours worked, up to 17 days in the first year.
• Opportunities to work globally with Hyatt Hotels and Resorts.
• Annual ski pass bonus.

Hyatt values diversity and inclusion. All qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

Qualifications

External Qualifications:

• 2-3 years of hospitality sales experience preferred.
• Experience in luxury or upper-upscale properties preferred.
• Knowledge of the local market is a plus.
• Ability to follow through and meet deadlines.
• Strong relationship-building skills.
• Self-motivated with good time management.
• Proficiency in computer systems such as Hotelligence, Lanyon, Sabre RFP is a plus.
• Community involvement and professional affiliations are highly regarded.
• Excellent verbal and written English communication skills.