Now Hiring - Hilton Hotels Corporation - Travel Sales Coordinator in Seattle, WA

Full description of the position

Hotel Equities, a multi-award-winning hotel development and hospitality management company, is searching for a remarkable Sales Coordinator for The Sound Hotel, a Tapestry Collection by Hilton in Seattle, WA.

The Sound Hotel is expanding their Sales Department! This position performs support duties to the Director of Sales and aid in managing accounts to achieve guest satisfaction and to solicit past and new business to ensure all revenue goals (i.e., room nights, ADR, REVPAR, room rental, etc.) are achieved or exceeded. Assist in the development and solicitation of business from all markets to ensure the necessary advance bookings needed for a successful and profitable operation for the hotel.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
The position requires the ability to perform the following essential job functions, with or without reasonable accommodation:

• Maintains all files, correspondence and records in the department. Typing, filing, answering phones, taking messages.
• Assist Sales Manager(s) in all phases of the development and solicitation of business.
• Handle accounts details so that all pertinent aspects of solicitation and closing are complete and documented. Coordinate various departments’ participation in servicing accounts.
• Manage sales account files
• Organize and/or attend scheduled Sales Department and related meetings.
• Qualify all incoming calls and route to appropriate sales team member.
• Coordinates department meeting set‐ups and performs minute taking, transcribing and distribution to corporate and in‐house of the following.
• Performs special requests of the Sales Manager such as travel arrangements (flight and room), researches special interest, etc.
• Performs telephone duties which require answering telephones, messages, forwarding calls to appropriate person, assisting caller in resolving questions.
• Operate a facsimile machine and photo copier as required.
• Keeps immediate supervisor promptly and fully informed of all problems or matters of significance.
• At all times projects a favorable image of The Hotel Group to the public.
• Maintains safe working conditions within department and Hotel.

MARGINAL OR SUPPORTIVE FUNCTIONS:

In addition to performance of the essential function, this position may be required to perform a combination of the following supportive functions, with the percentage of time performing each function to be solely determined by the supervisor based upon the requirements of the hotel. Assist in conducting property site inspections with potential customers.

• Travel to industry‐related tradeshows in various destinations.
• Other duties as assigned by the Sales Manager/Director of Sales

KNOWLEDGE AND CRITICAL SKILLS:

The individual holding this position must possess the following knowledge, skills and abilities: Knowledge of travel industry, current market trends and economic factors.

• 2+ years sales experience, and/or 2+ years administrative experience preferred.
• Minimum 2 years of previous hotel experience is required.
• Proof of authorization/eligibility to work in the United States.
• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 2 or 4‐year college degree a plus.
• Basic mathematical skills and considerable skill in the use of a calculator to prepare moderately complex mathematical calculations without error.
• Ability to listen effectively and to speak English clearly to communicate with customers and team members and prepare written complex reports.
• Must have coordinating skills as pertains to determining time, place and sequence of operations or action.
• Ability to analyze information and make effective judgments.
• Must be able to communicate effectively in a positive/upbeat fashion utilizing English; both orally and written.
• Computer proficiency and technical aptitude with the ability to utilize MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint, sales related computer systems are required.

Amazing Benefits At A Glance:

· ​Employee Monthly parking available for $75.00

· Insurance: Medical, dental, vision insurance available for full-time employees and their family; Short-term and Long-term Disability Insurance; Supplemental Life Insurance; and Flexible Savings Account

· Retirement: After 6 months of employment, employees are eligible to enroll for 401k with up to a 5% company match

· Paid Time Off: Vacation Time - 80 hours on your first 3 years of service; Sick Time – 1 hour accrued per 30 hours worked

· Paid Holidays: New Year’s Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, and Christmas Day

· Other benefits: Payactiv- same day pay up to $100 per pay period

· Shoes for Crews Program- 50% off work shoes with no upfront costs

· Career Growth Opportunities/ Manager Training Program

· Reduced Room Rates throughout the portfolio

· Third Party Perks (Movie Tickets, Attractions, Other)

· Employer paid Orca card after 30 days

· Hilton Team Member Travel Program (Book Hilton hotels worldwide starting at $40!)

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Hotel Equities is an Equal Opportunity Employer, offering employment opportunities to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, national origin, citizenship, disability, religion, age, sex, pregnancy, veteran status, genetic information, or other classifications protected by law.

Hotel Equities participates in E-Verify, the federal program for electronic verification of employment eligibility.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $23.00 - $26.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Relocation assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Supplemental pay types:

• Signing bonus

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Seattle, WA 98121: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

• Sales: 1 year (Preferred)
• Hotel: 2 years (Required)

Language:

• English (Required)

Work Location: One location