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Director of Sales

Four Seasons
Full-time
On-site
Saint Louis, United States

About Four Seasons:

Four Seasons is powered by our people. We are a collective of individuals who crave to become better, to push ourselves to new heights and to treat each other as we wish to be treated in return. Our team members around the world create amazing experiences for our guests, residents, and partners through a commitment to luxury with genuine heart. We know that the best way to enable our people to deliver these exceptional guest experiences is through a world-class employee experience and company culture.         

At Four Seasons, we believe in recognizing a familiar face, welcoming a new one and treating everyone we meet the way we would want to be treated ourselves. Whether you work with us, stay with us, live with us or discover with us, we believe our purpose is to create impressions that will stay with you for a lifetime. It comes from our belief that life is richer when we truly connect to the people and the world around us.

About the location:

An urban oasis along the Mississippi. Embrace the pioneering spirit of St. Louis and come explore with us. Our resort-style hotel is set along the banks of the fabled Mississippi River in the heart of downtown’s entertainment district, just steps away from our most recognizable landmark: the shimmering Gateway Arch. Take in the epic views from a private poolside cabana on our Sky Terrace, from a table filled with sharable plates at Cinder House, or from the floor-to-ceiling windows in the comfort of your very own room.

About Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts: 

At Four Seasons, we believe in recognizing a familiar face, welcoming a new one and treating everyone we meet the way we would want to be treated ourselves. Whether you work with us, stay with us, live with us or discover with us, we believe our purpose is to create impressions that will stay with you for a lifetime. It comes from our belief that life is richer when we truly connect to the people and the world around us. At Four Seasons, our company values are much more than a program or a policy; they define who we are and inform the decisions we make. The company's guiding principle is the Golden Rule, and as such Four Seasons strives to have a long-lasting, positive influence on the communities where we operate and on the people we employ and serve around the world. 

Sited near the confluence of the Mississippi and Missouri rivers, historic St. Louis continues to invite exploration. Find the luxurious Hotel, a haven of tranquility with epic views of the Gateway Arch, in the heart of downtown's entertainment district, just steps away from Horseshoe Casino, the pulse of St. Louis. 

About the role

 *           To prospect and sell group business for the hotel in accordance with the objectives established in the Marketing Plan.

 *           To ensure that sales persons' quotas are met/exceeded.

 *           To ensure that sales activities/group bookings are focused to yield maximum revenue per room occupied.

What you will do

The ability to assume responsibility for the Marketing Department in the absence of the Director of Marketing. The ability to direct sales activities of the hotel to achieve budgeted goals. The ability to assist the Director of Marketing in establishing and directing the development of annual sales goals; ensures they are fully understood and implemented in the hotel. The ability to direct the reporting and apprising of results against planned objectives; coordinates sales staff activities; takes appropriate action to maximize sales and affect need periods. The ability to control date, availability, and rate on guest rooms and function space. The ability to support Sales Managers and Catering Sales Managers by participating in solving problems with other departments as required related to business booked in the hotel.  i.e. problems of guest room function space conflicts, salvaging of accounts which have threaten cancellation. The ability to perform all supervisory functions to effectively and efficiently manage the personnel assigned.

-     The ability to identify and control work relationships, areas of accountability and performance of the personnel assigned.

-     The ability to determine, in conjunction with the Director of Marketing, the standards of performance as a basis to review progress of personnel assigned.

-     The ability to recommend salary adjustments, transfers, promotions and dismissals.

-     The ability to ensure proper training of assigned personnel.

-     The ability to foster a cooperative and harmonious working climate conductive to maximum employee morale and productivity.

-     The ability to develop individuals for future advancement.

Conduct coaching/mentoring One on Ones with team members. Oversee the daily operation of the Sales Managers and Coordinators to ensure a fluid sales operation. Oversee the daily operation of the Catering Sales Managers. Forecast the Group segment and Catering contribution on a weekly basis. Provide back up support for DOM when they are absent. Conduct the annual reviews for the team.

What you bring

  • 2-3 Years in a leadership capacity
  • 3-5 years exceptional performance in a sales capacity
  • Knowledge of Travel Industry segments
  • Knowledge of all Group segments
  • Knowledge of Catering Sales
  • Experience in domestic and international markets
  • Strong interpersonal skills, ability to build teams, and a passion for sales

Schedule & Hours:

•    Full Time role with some work in the evenings and on weekends. Travel is required about 15% of the time

What we are offering you:

Four Seasons believes in offering the best to the best when it comes to employee benefits!

*Lucrative salary!

*Excellent benefits package that includes: Medical, Dental, Vision and 401K with employer matching all starting at 30 days!

*Time off plans starting at day of hire!

*An opportunity to be a part of a cohesive team in an inclusive work environment!
*Complimentary and discounted hotel stays around the world!

*Wellbeing and mental health initiatives and focused company!

*Embracement and promotion of diversity in our workplace!

*Complimentary employee meals and beverages!

*Tuition reimbursement!

Learn more about what it is like to work at Four Seasons-visit us: 

https://www.fourseasons.com/stlouis/
https://www.fourseasons.com/careers/
https://www.linkedin.com/company/four-seasons-hotels-and-resorts
https://www.facebook.com/FourSeasonsJobs
https://twitter.com/FourSeasonsJobs

Four Seasons is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer. Minorities, women, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. To access the 'EEOC is The Law' Information poster please visit this website - https://eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/migrated_files/employers/poster_screen_reader_optimized.pdf