Sales Coordinator

Job description

Company Description

Situated atop the scenic bluffs overlooking Santa Monica Beach, Fairmont Miramar Hotel & Bungalows is just a stone's throw away from some of Southern California’s best attractions including Santa Monica Pier and its historic carousel as well as Third Street Promenade -- famous for its fine restaurants, live entertainment, movie theatres, shopping, local artists' scene and a weekly farmer’s market.

What is in it for you:

·  Employee benefit card offering discounted rates in Accor worldwide for you and your family
·  Learning programs through our Academies designed to sharpen your skills
·  Ability to make a difference through our Corporate Social Responsibility activities, like Planet 21
·  Career development opportunities with national and international promotion opportunities. The sky is your limit
·  Pay Rate: $31.50 USD per hour

Job Description

Reporting to the Director of Corporate Sales and Director of Leisure Sales, responsibilities and essential job functions include but are not limited to the following:             

·  Communicates client preferences to cross-departmental teams
·  Review and action any special arrangements
·  Prepare sales-related documents throughout the sales process
·  Prompt response to internal and external guests’ inquiries
·  Perform sites of the property
·  File all internal and external events event bookings and include all required information for file creation and applicable maintenance
·  Assist with incoming phone calls and emails to the Corporate and Leisure Office, qualify the inquiry and distribute
·  Complete reservations for travel agent rates, complimentary stays and site inspections
·  Cultivate and maintain relationships with clients and travel agency partners
·  Attend department and other property meetings as required
·  Greet and assist VIP clients and industry guest when visiting the property

Qualifications

·  Previous Sales experience required; luxury hotel experience preferred
·  Computer literate in Microsoft Window applications and/or relevant computer applications required 
·  Experience with Opera Cloud and Microsoft Office preferred
·  Ability to multi-task and work under pressure
·  Highly organized, results-oriented with ability to be flexible and to work well under pressure, strong level of initiative required
·  Proven command of the English language, both oral and written. Excellent telephone etiquette. Proficient skills in proofreading and editing
·  Managing budgets, schedules and reports
·  A team player who enjoys contact with clients and general public

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.