Atlanta, GA, 30309, USA
3 days ago
Sales Coordinator
**Additional Information** **Job Number** 24210581 **Job Category** Sales & Marketing **Location** Epicurean Atlanta Autograph Collection, 1117 West Peachtree Street, Atlanta, Georgia, United States, 30309VIEW ON MAP (https://www.google.com/maps?q=Epicurean%20Atlanta%20Autograph%20Collection%2C%201117%20West%20Peachtree%20Street%2C%20Atlanta%2C%20Georgia%2C%20United%20States%2C%2030309) **Schedule** Full Time **Located Remotely?** N **Position Type** Management **Additional Information:** This hotel is owned and operated by an independent franchisee, Epicurean Hotel Atlanta. The franchisee is a separate company and a separate employer from Marriott International, Inc. The franchisee solely controls all aspects of the hotel’s employment policies and practices, including hiring, firing, discipline, staffing, compensation, benefits, and all other terms and conditions of employment. If you accept a position at this hotel, you will be employed by a franchisee and not by Marriott International, Inc. Job Summary: The Sales and Catering Coordinator will assist the Sales, Catering, Event Management & additional hotel teams in obtaining customer satisfaction by performing clerical and administrative duties relating to guest and hotel communications through the sales & operations teams. Other duties will include but not limited to light selling, event detailing, and other operational requests from the sales & events team. Essential Functions CORE WORK ACTIVITIES Primary Requirements and Qualifications: •Approach all encounters with guests and employees in a friendly, service-oriented manner •Maintain regular attendance in compliance with Mainsail Lodging and Development / Epicurean Atlanta standards, as required by scheduling which will vary according to the needs of the hotel •Maintain high standards of personal appearance and grooming, which include wearing the proper uniform, if required by position •Maintain Sales / Events files in an organized fashion and as per specified standards. •Process contracts, proposals, and general correspondence for sales/catering staff, as needed •Process and distribute event orders, banquet checks, revisions, guarantees, event reports, group resumes and Daily Event Sheets for the Events Team •Answer phones for sales/catering staff if not picked up by third ring; Record messages as appropriate. Qualify incoming inquiry calls and ensuring all inquiries are dealt with accurately, timely and in a professional manner •Employees must always be attentive, friendly, helpful, and courteous to all guests, managers, and fellow employees •Process and distribute RFP’s based on Sales Teams parameters. •Assist managers on creative projects including proposals, direct mail pieces, invitations, special events, etc. •Maintain timely and effective paper flow and communication within department and to other departments •Work with Events Team on detailing upcoming functions as needed, obtain guarantees, confirm arrangements, etc. •Assist guests and clients with small changes, requests, etc., and completes needed paperwork for Manager •Site inspections for the department as needed including meeting with walk-ins if sales team is unavailable •Enters group leads, builds opportunities and quotes in CI/TY •Maintain constant paper flow of thank you letters for groups/functions and distributes accordingly to departments and maintain in files •Monitor/Ordering of office supplies and sales collateral to ensure we are always properly stocked with full packets, collateral, supplies and promotional items •Organize in house deliveries, amenities, welcome letters, transportation schedules, etc. as needed •Other items as they relate to the Sales and Marketing effort of the hotel as well as any other items as needed by entire management staff •Coordinate and prepare EO for special events as directly by the team •Administrative support to General Manager and entire Executive team, as needed Hospitality/Conduct requirements Be knowledgeable about and follow the company's mission statement and values. Understand who our guests are and how we service our guests, demonstrate professionalism, take ownership and ensure guest satisfaction Educational Background: •High School diploma or equivalent •Associate Degree from 2 year college and/or two to three years of related experience or training •Equivalent combination of education and experience •Hotel management training and reservations training desired •English language both written and spoken •Strong computer skills including excellent knowledge of Word and Excel software programs. •Proficiency in one or more of the following systems: Marriott CI/TY or Opera preferred •Perform job functions with attention to detail, accuracy and speed to meet deadlines. •Multi-task prioritizes, organize, delegate work and follow through. Analyze and resolve problems. •Knowledge of market trends, competition and key customers of the hotel. Physical Demands •Flexible and long hours sometimes required. •Light work – Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects. •Ability to sit or stand for extended periods of time •Ability to communicate clearly •Ability to travel if needed Mental Demands •Make sound judgments quickly •Work on multiple tasks, making appropriate progress towards deadlines •Able to work independently, take direction and provide direction to others •Manage differing personalities within the office, the hotel and the community •Maintain the highest degree of confidentiality •Ability to work effectively in stressful, high pressure situations •Ability to effectively handle challenges in the workplace, including anticipating, preventing, identifying and solving problems as necessary _This company is an equal opportunity employer._ frnch1 The Autograph Collection is a growing collection of four and five-star independent hotels, each offering unique and memorable experiences. Each hotel is thoughtfully chosen for its quality, originality, bold character, and ability to offer today’s traveler a range of unique experiences suited to their individual sense of style and adventure. All Autograph Collection hotels look to attract The Individualist, the brand's target consumer. The Individualist is someone who uses travel as an opportunity to add to their personal narrative – in essence they are hand selecting our hotels whether for personal or corporate travel because it is much more than simply a place to rest. In joining Autograph Collection, you join a portfolio of brands with Marriott International. **Be** where you can do your best work,​ **begin** your purpose, **belong** to an amazing global​ team, and **become** the best version of you.
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