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  1. Full-Time
  2. Permanent
  3. FAIRMONT
  4. Sales

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Fairmont Washington D.C. Georgetown, Washington, United States

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REF77250O

Sales Coordinator

Region

Luxury & Lifestyle


Company Description

Join us at Accor, where life pulses with passion!

As a pioneer in the art of responsible hospitality, the Accor Group gathers more than 45 brands, 5,600 hotels, 10,000 restaurants, and lifestyle destinations in 110 countries. While each brand has its own personality, where you will be able to truly find yourself, they all share a common ambition: to keep innovating and challenging the status-quo.​

By joining us, you will become a Heartist®, because hospitality is, first and foremost, a work of heart.​

You will join a caring environment and a team where you can be all you are. You will be in a supportive place to grow, to fulfil yourself, to discover other professions and to pursue career opportunities, in your hotel or in other hospitality environments, in your country or anywhere in the world!​

You will enjoy exclusive benefits, specific to the sector and beyond, as well as strong recognition for your daily commitment.​

Everything you will do with us, regardless of your profession, will offer a deep sense of meaning, to create lasting, memorable and impactful experiences for your customers, for your colleagues and for the planet.

Hospitality is a work of heart,
Join us and become a Heartist®.


Job Description

WHAT IS IN IT FOR YOU

  • Competitive Salary
  • Paid Time Off
  • Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance, 401K
  • Employee benefit card offering discounted rates in Accor worldwide
  • Learning programs through our Academies
  • Opportunity to develop your talent and grow within your property and across the world!
  • Ability to make a difference through our Corporate Social Responsibility activities   

Rate of Pay: $25.00-26.50 per hour

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Ensure prompt and courteous service is extended to both internal and external clients
  • Have a complete understanding and knowledge of hotel’s services and facilities
  • Assist in qualifying leads, researching space, entering bookings in Opera Sales and Event Management, and responding to client(s) either personally or by directing to the appropriate salesperson(s)
  • Preparation of contracts and proposals
  • Record and track leads for responses and due dates
  • Preparation of deposit invoices and tracking of deposits received from clients
  • Verify group commissions and prepare requests for commission payments
  • Assist Sales Managers in conducting site inspections of the Hotel
  • Maintain/order current printed sales and promotional collaterals and office supplies
  • Coordinate with other departments within the hotel to ensure distribution of important information
  • Prepare and disseminate routine daily, weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual reports
  • Attend all sales meetings
  • Obtain and record group histories
  • Provide administrative duties as required by Sales Managers and Director of Group Sales
  • Regular Sales Office phone coverage
  • Assist with preparation and follow-up of sales trips including expense reporting
  • Assist with duties of Sales Managers when they are absent from the office
  • Maintain an organized work environment
  • Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

  • Minimum High School Diploma, Business School and/or Hotel School Diploma preferred
  • Bachelor’s or Associate’s college degree preferred
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
  • Past hospitality or travel industry experience (internal or external) an asset
  • Proven competency in the area of organization and communication skills
  • Ability to work without direct supervision
  • Pleasant out-going personality/good interpersonal skills
  • Excellent command of the English language
  • Desire to pursue a career in Hospitality sales and marketing preferred

Additional Information

Visa Requirements: Must be legally eligible to work in the United States. The hotel is unable to assist candidates in obtaining U.S. work authorization.

Diversity & Inclusion for Accor means welcoming each and everyone and respecting their differences by giving priority only to qualities and skills in extending employment and development opportunities. Our ambition is to provide meaningful employment, a warm and welcoming culture, excellent working conditions and to promote the development of all people, including those with disabilities.

When applying, do not hesitate to let us know of any specific needs you may have so that we can take them into consideration.

LET YOUR PASSION SHINE

We foster our creativity, our excellence and progressiveness. We interconnect with each other and our environment, to create a new kind of quiet luxury. With us, you can take pride in being part of a wider global team leading the way in local sustainability initiatives. Working together with our communities, we will empower you to make your own meaningful impact.

LEARN ABOUT US

Let your passion shine

We take pride in promoting heartfelt hospitality with a French Zest, valuing passion, excellence and emotional intelligence. We pioneer a committed and sustainable approach to luxury, encouraging openness and inclusivity. We value new encounters with colleagues and guests from all horizons with a goal of creating a distinctive culture together.

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