Sales

• Actively solicit and generate new accounts as directed by the Director of Sales & Marketing through telephone prospecting, outside sales calls, site inspections and written communications
• Achieve daily & monthly targeted number of sales activities with effectiveness
• Develop business leads for the Hotel on a weekly basis
• Research & prepare monthly lists of key accounts to target utilizing business analytic tools such as Agency 360
• Plan & conduct site inspections to qualified potential accounts
• Up-sell, cross-sell and promote Hotel facilities & services at every available opportunity to maximize groups & wholesale revenue
• Attend key client events & FAM trips as planned

Administration

• Be conversant about Hotel USP’s (unique selling points) across guest rooms, function spaces, entertainment options & dining options, hours of operation
• Respond quickly & efficiently to all incoming sales enquiries in a pleasant manner using Hotel’s etiquette guidelines & departmental procedure. Refer leads to relevant team members where appropriate.
• Review in-house guest & arrivals list to flag specific VIP clients & corporate guests
• Provide sales and administrative support by effectively handling Sales and Business Development related documentation with accuracy in a timely manner
• Prepare sales reports, proposals, agreements and presentations as required by Sales and Business Development team
• Maintain and conduct prompt update of clients and agents’ database utilizing Envision, CRM system & Opera
• Assist with distribution of sales and events proposal, contracts and agreements
• Raise purchase orders on Birchstreet as required for Sales collateral & corporate merchandise & corporate merchandise
• Attend training sessions and meetings as and when required

Customer Service

• Close communications with clients to maintain a high level of hotel’s exposure
• Answer incoming phone calls in a pleasant manner using Hotel’s telephone etiquette guidelines. Handle telephone enquiries according to departmental procedure
• Update relevant departments on group arrival logistics in weekly pre-con briefings and that relevant guest profiles are shared to ensure maximizing GEM (Guest Engagement Management)
• Plan & Host “WOW” site inspections & FAM trips to deliver the brand promise always providing exceptional customer service
• Provide positive and constructive feedback as necessary to the respective departments

Financial

• Proactively seek in-depth knowledge of accounts to understand its total revenue impact on the hotel for better negotiation opportunities
• Support account development planning function to maximum revenue short & long term
• Support the preparation of weekly yield meeting content and contribute towards GRC (Groups on Books) to develop and adjust sales strategies, short term pricing and channel tactics

Operational & Other Duties

• Manage and plan all group/event logistics in liaison with the reservations and front office team
• Develop and maintain positive and productive working relationships with other colleagues and departments
• To be aware of community, business, political and social factors that may affect the hotel’s financial performance
• Maintain confidentiality of proprietary materials and information
• Follow company and department policies and procedures
• Ensure dress-code and personal appearance are clean, hygienic, professional and in compliance with company policies and procedures
• To support and uphold The Standard’s Corporate Mission and Values in all interactions

Personnel & Other Duties

• Identify and communicate ideas, customer expectations from assigned segments and territory
• To be aware of community, business, political and social factors that may affect the hotel’s financial performance
• Develop and maintain positive and productive working relationships with other colleagues and departments
• To attend training sessions and meetings as and when required
• Maintain confidentiality of proprietary materials and information
• Follow company and department policies and procedures
• Ensure dress-code and personal appearance are clean, hygienic, professional and in compliance with company policies and procedures
• To support and uphold Hyatt’s Corporate Values in all interactions
• Effectively communicate guiding principles and core values to all levels of associates.
• Direct subordinates to ensure productivity meets standards given in accordance with Hyatt Ways of working
• Ensure new technology and equipment is embraced, improving productivity whilst taking work out of the system
• To comply with local legislation and be conversant and act in accordance with any legal issues relating to your department
• To respond to any changes in the department as dictated by the needs of the industry, company or hotel
• Any other duties as assigned by your supervisor

Qualifications, Knowledge and Skills:

• A minimum of 2 years' experience ina similar capacity with proven track record in a 5-star/lifestyle hotel
• Diploma, Advanced/Higher/GraduateDiploma/Bachelor’s degree in tourism, hospitality, or related field
• Excellent verbal, reading and written communication skills
• Proficient in all Microsoft Office systems required and Opera & CRM systems preferred but not essential
• Customer centric with a core focus on providing guests with a positive experience to build long-term relationships
• A track record in achieving and exceeding sales targets
• A team player and builder
• A self-motivated hunter with excellent interpersonal and communication skills with strong business acumen
• Able to maintain the highest standards of professionalism, ethics and attitude towards all hotel guests, clients, and colleagues