Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $92,000.00 - $95,000.00
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Flexible
Benefits
Salary range
cellphone allowance
Incentive Eligible
Commuter allowance
Paid Time Off
Holiday pay
Medical
Dental
Vision
disability
401k
HSA plans
FSA plans
Referral Bonus
Discounted lodging
Employee assistance program
volunteer opportunities
Committee participation
Online Learning Platform
Third party perks
Job Description
MarQueen Hotel, managed by Columbia Hospitality, is a distinguished hospitality establishment known for its exceptional service and outstanding guest experiences. Columbia Hospitality has over 25 years of expertise in managing award-winning hotels, resorts, premier residential communities, restaurants, golf clubs, and distinctive venues, making it a leader in the hospitality industry. The company prides itself on its inclusive, values-driven culture, offering a supportive environment where employees grow personally and professionally. Recognized repeatedly as one of the top companies to work for in Washington by Seattle Business Magazine and Puget Sound Business Journal, Columbia Hospitality emphasizes a people-first philosophy, fostering teamwork, respect,... Show More
Job Requirements
- Minimum of 3-5 years of hospitality sales experience
- Extensive sales and negotiation expertise
- Attention to detail in business correspondence
- Creative thinking and solution development
- Strong personal skills including time management and problem solving
- Interpersonal influence skills including coaching and motivating
- Proficiency in mathematical computations and analysis
- Experience with Microsoft Office and hospitality sales platforms
- Ability to conduct client research and stay industry informed
- Business acumen and profit and loss reading skills
- Presentation skills for senior management and clients
- Willingness to travel including overnight stays
Job Qualifications
- Minimum of 3-5 years of hospitality sales experience
- Extensive knowledge in sales and/or event management
- Strong sales and negotiation skills
- Attention to detail and effective business communication
- Creative problem-solving abilities
- Strong time management and organizational skills
- Excellent interpersonal and relationship-building skills
- Proficient in mathematical operations and data analysis
- Analytical mindset for strategy and decision-making
- Technical proficiency in Microsoft Office
- Knowledge of hospitality sales platforms is a plus
- Ability to conduct client research and stay updated on industry trends
- Strong business acumen including profit and loss understanding
- Ability to present to senior management and clients clearly
- Willingness to travel for business purposes
Job Duties
- Meet and exceed sales goals of assigned market segments
- Develop and execute sales plans and strategies
- Manage key client relationships and identify new target markets
- Maintain accurate records in Sales & Events database
- Report weekly achievements and adjust goals
- Solicit and secure new business through outside sales calls
- Participate in trade shows, promotional and industry events
- Conduct site inspections and client presentations
- Respond to inbound requests for proposals within 24 hours
- Negotiate with clients and close sales deals
- Differentiate offerings from competitors
- Implement sales plans to maximize market share
- Ensure seamless client experience from sales to event management
- Achieve assigned goals and objectives
- Maximize time management and productivity
- Forecast revenue for assigned groups
- Maintain communication with departments
- Establish professional client relationships
- Comply with accounting standards
- Confirm accurate billing and revenue posting
- Develop knowledge of policies and procedures
- Attend required meetings
- Achieve client sentiment goals
- Adhere to company policies
Job Qualifications
Experience
Expert Level (7+ years)
Job Location
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