*Inside sales execution & generation for guest rooms and meeting space
*Confirm competitive positioning though third party web sites
*Lead generation (telemarketing, phone inquires, cross selling and qualifying existing accounts)
*Respond to RFP / Lead deadlines
*Maintain GDS systems and confirm proper property and travel agent loading
*Design, implement and introduce packaging to brand web site and third party
*Maintain, qualify and improve focus on current key accounts
*Develop and execute property marketing plan, pricing strategies and know market segments
*Close the best opportunities for the hotel based on market conditions and hotel needs.
*Increase understanding of property and competitors strengths and weaknesses
*30/60/90 day forecasting of group rooms
*Develop, prepare and present effective proposals/contracts/marketing materials
*Maintaining well organized documentation and reports
*Yield and rate management
*Respond quickly to changing market conditions and revises strategies accordingly.
*Sell the right product to the right prospects at the right price
*Reduce time wasted selling where you can not win
*Provide proactive negotiating skills and creative selling abilities to close on business.
*Provide outstanding customer service and develop relationships with clients
*Work as a member of your team to achieve overall customer service loyalty
*Ensure a high level of customer satisfaction.
*Demonstrate self-assurance, energy, and enthusiasm
Property Positioning & Rate Strategy ~ Negotiations ~ Distribution Systems ~ Current Key Account Qualification & Renegotiation ~ Qualify/Close all property inquires ~ Cross Sell - Packaging
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