Senior Leisure Sales Manager

SMEI; Vail (CO); Remote; USD 83,000 - 96,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading hospitality company as a Senior Leisure Sales Manager based remotely, focusing on driving Consortia, Wholesale, and Travel business for Grand Hyatt Vail. This role demands a strong background in hotel sales and exceptional customer service, along with the skills to manage accounts and enhance processes. Enjoy various benefits, including free meals, discounted stays, and career advancement opportunities.

Benefits

Free meals in the colleague cafeteria

Discounted and complimentary hotel stays

Flexible Spending Account (Full-Time)

Retirement Savings Plan

PTO accrual, up to 17 days in the first year

Annual ski pass bonus

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Customer Service

Time Management

Relationship-building

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 strategic efforts of Grand Hyatt Vail in driving new Consortia, Wholesale, and Travel business. The role requires understanding hospitality, hotel sales, and agency sales processes. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in customer service, creativity, time management, and follow-through.

This position involves selling, auditing, and prospecting all consortia and wholesale accounts for Grand Hyatt Vail. Hyatt associates work in an environment demanding exceptional performance with great rewards, including career opportunities, job enrichment, and a supportive work environment. If you're ready for this challenge and have the necessary skills, 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 through weekly sales calls and client events.
3. Solicit new accounts and secure business via 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 in 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 connect with customers.
8. Participate in sales meetings and strategy sessions.
9. Perform additional duties as assigned by the Directors of Sales and Marketing.

Why Work at Hyatt?

• Free meals in the colleague cafeteria for every shift.
• Free on-site parking.
• 1 hour of sick pay for every 30 hours worked, up to 48 hours/year.
• Discounted and complimentary hotel stays.
• Full-time colleagues are eligible for medical, dental, and vision insurance after 30 days.
• Flexible Spending Account (Full-Time).
• Retirement Savings Plan.
• Basic Life Insurance.
• PTO accrual, 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 is an equal opportunity employer. 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 Requirements:

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