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.
This position supports the organization in generating profitable revenue to increase hotel revenue by assisting in the development and implementation of solicitation programs in line with the hotel financial objectives and targets. The Senior Sales Manager generates business from the market segments in assigned personal territory/region.
Essential Functions:
- Establish and maintain active working partnerships with the sales & reservations departments of key Travel Partners.
- Initiate and implement sales promotional programs with travel partners.
- Broaden productive client base and increase awareness of hotel.
- Conduct personalized sales campaigns within designated territory to promote the hotels, programs, packages, and special promotions.
- Coordinate and participate in trade shows/seminars aimed at hotel target markets.
- Maximize exposure through creative promotion both during and pre/post event.
- Aggressively solicit and follow up on leads generated.
- Actively participate in key trade & business associations to generate business leads and increase hotel visibility.
At Hyatt, we believe our guests select Hyatt because of our caring and attentive associates who are focused on providing efficient service and meaningful experiences.
Why Work at Hyatt?
- Enjoy free meals in our colleague cafeteria for every shift worked.
- Free parking on-site.
- 1 hour of sick pay earned for every 30 hours worked, up to 48 hours/year.
- Discounted & Complimentary hotel room nights.
- Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance – (Full-Time colleagues).
- Flexible Spending Account (Full-Time colleagues).
- Retirement Savings Plan.
- Basic Life Insurance.
- PTO earned based on hours worked, up to 17 days in your first year (Full-Time & Part-Time).
- Opportunities to work around the world with Hyatt Hotels and Resorts.
- End of Season Ski Pass Bonus.
Hyatt associates work in an environment that demands exceptional performance yet reaps great rewards. Whether it's career opportunities, job enrichment, or a supportive work environment, if you are ready for this challenge, then we are ready for you.
Qualifications
- 10+ years of Sales experience in the Hospitality Industry.
- Luxury resort hospitality sales experience.
- Excellent working knowledge of all hotel operating processes.
- Able to create, implement, and analyze manual and automated reports.
- Comprehensive knowledge of technical and managerial applications of PMS, Envision, and appropriate PC applications.
- Operational knowledge of the national sales process.
- Familiar with legal and contractual agreements.
- Flexible schedule to meet the needs of the business.
- Ability to travel (20-30%).