About Four Seasons:
Four Seasons is powered by our people. We are a collective of individuals who crave to become better, to push ourselves to new heights and to treat each other as we wish to be treated in return. Our team members around the world create amazing experiences for our guests, residents, and partners through a commitment to luxury with genuine heart. We know that the best way to enable our people to deliver these exceptional guest experiences is through a world-class employee experience and company culture.
At Four Seasons, we believe in recognizing a familiar face, welcoming a new one and treating everyone we meet the way we would want to be treated ourselves. Whether you work with us, stay with us, live with us or discover with us, we believe our purpose is to create impressions that will stay with you for a lifetime. It comes from our belief that life is richer when we truly connect to the people and the world around us.
About the location:
A Manhattan landmark on Billionaires' Row. Experience five-star, New York hotel living in our modern-deco landmark designed by famed architect I.M. Pei. Located on “Billionaires’ Row” at the city’s most prestigious address between Park Avenue and Madison Avenue, you’re just steps from Central Park and Madison Avenue shopping. Come and unwind in our sun-filled suites (some of the largest in Manhattan), take in the unparalleled city and park views, and experience serenity and luxury high above Manhattan’s exhilarating whirlwind.
About the role:
Four Seasons Hotel New York is looking for an experienced Senior Leisure Sales Manager. This role will be responsible for business generation as it relates to prospecting, securing, and setting the strategy for leisure and transient business on behalf of the hotel in accordance with the goals and strategies outlined in the annual Marketing Plan and in concert with our Worldwide Sales Office effort. Senior Sales Managers are accountable for ensuring quotas and goals are met and to ensure that direct sales activities are focused on generating the maximum revenue per available room for the overall hotel’s success. This position requires a high degree of independent judgement and discretion on decision-making.
What you will do:
To develop accounts (new and existing) by mapping specific business and buying tendencies. Perform regular solicitations to new and existing accounts/ travel advisors. Promote awareness to markets via travel to respective regions in the country providing presentations and personal sales calls. Maintain communication/relationship with WSO network, as well as other Four Seasons hotels toward achieving pre-determined revenue goal. Create and execute direct sales plan specific to market assignment. Promote local awareness through maintaining relationships with new and existing agencies and travel advisors. Conduct regular tours of property to agency leaders and travel advisors while informing of all hotel services available. Entertain travel advisors on property during site inspections and outside of site inspections. Coordinate all sales related activity through the direction of the director of sales; achieve maximum profitability while satisfying guest needs. Excellent knowledge of Golden Sales and Catering account management system to achieve Four Seasons minimum standards, while utilizing technology as an account/organizational tool; have a working knowledge of local and regional competition.
What you bring
- Must have a minimum of at least 5 years of luxury leisure and transient sales experience.
- Knowledge of Delphi/Meeting Broker/OPERA systems is preferred.
- Proficient in computer skills (including Windows, Microsoft Suite) necessary to complete any correspondence such as proposals, letters, and office communications.
- Excellent telephone manner and ability to communicate with clients and all levels of management.
- Ability to work effectively under pressure and handle several projects/deadlines.
- Strong organizational and self-guided multi-tasking skills
What we offer:
- Competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package
- Market-leading pay and benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision and Retirement Savings Plan)
- Complimentary accommodation at other Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts
- Complimentary employee meals
- Paid holidays, vacation, and sick days
- Culinary, retail and wellness experiences at special rates
Schedule & Hours:
This role is a full time, on-site role. Should be flexible for travel.
Compensation:
120,000 Annual Salary
Four Seasons is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer. Minorities, women, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. To access the 'EEOC is The Law' Information poster please visit this website - https://eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/migrated_files/employers/poster_screen_reader_optimized.pdf
What We Do
Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts opened its first hotel in 1961, and since that time has been dedicated to perfecting the travel experience through continual innovation and the highest standards of hospitality. Currently operating more than 120 hotels and resorts, and more than 50 residential properties in major city centers and resort destinations in 47 countries, and with more than 50 projects under planning or development, Four Seasons consistently ranks among the world's best hotels and most prestigious brands in reader polls, traveler reviews and industry awards.
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