Group Sales Manager - Sofitel Chicago Magnificent Mile

Sofitel

  • Chicago, IL
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 15 days ago
  • Apply easily
Company DescriptionSofitel is the only French luxury hotel brand with a presence on five continents with 120 addresses, in almost 40 countries. Sofitel offers contemporary hotels and resorts adapted to today’s more demanding and more versatile consumers who expect and appreciate beauty, quality, and excellence. Each Sofitel property offers a genuine experience of the French “art de vivre.”This luxurious downtown hotel is a real architectural star in the place where skyscrapers were invented. Guests are invited to discover the finest of everything in the Windy City at our downtown Chicago hotel. Our unique hotel designed by French architect Jean-Paul Viguier is a 32-floor prism of glass featuring stunning views of Lake Michigan and the Chicago skyline.Job DescriptionThrough your passion and motivation, you sell & execute memorable experiences for your guests. You are professional and knowledgeable about your property, and you build strong relationships and create lasting bonds with your clients and fellow ambassadors.What you will be doing:
  • Represent Sofitel to meet and exceed revenue goals through prospecting, sales calls, conduct best in class site inspections and written communication.
  • Develop and conduct persuasive verbal sales presentation to prospective clients.
  • Participate in daily business review meeting, pre-convention meetings, training and other sales-related meetings as required.
  • Attend trade shows, community events and industry meetings and have knowledge of market trends, competition and key clients of the hotel.
What is in it for you:
  • Opportunity to learn and develop your career with one of the best global hospitality companies
  • Representing Sofitel, a word renowned lifestyle luxury brand in the #1 best big city in America
  • Joining a motivating and inspiring team of ambassadors, focused on personalized service and unique experiences
  • Gaining experience in all aspects of the sales & marketing through support and collaboration
QualificationsYour experience and skills include:
  • Ability to focus attention on guest needs, remaining calm and courteous at all times
  • Relevant sales experience in a similar role with a luxury property
  • Highly responsible & reliable
  • Excellent communication skills, interpersonal relationship, and time management skills
Additional InformationAll your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.Our commitment to Diversity & Inclusion
We are an inclusive company and our ambition is to attract, recruit and promote diverse talent.Why work for Accor?
We are far more than a worldwide leader. We welcome you as you are and you can find a job and brand that matches your personality. We support you to grow and learn every day, making sure that work brings purpose to your life, so that during your journey with us, you can continue to explore Accor’s limitless possibilities.By joining Accor, every chapter of your story is yours to write and together we can imagine tomorrow's hospitality. Discover the life that awaits you at Accor, visitDo what you love, care for the world, dare to challenge the status quo! #BELIMITLESS

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