What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sales Representative position at Wingate by Wyndham?
** Hotel Sales Representative (10% Commission)**
**Position Overview:**
We are seeking an enthusiastic and results-driven Sales Representative to join our hotel's sales team. As a Sales Representative, you will be responsible for generating revenue and attracting new clients to our hotel by promoting our facilities, services, and amenities. Your primary focus will be on securing group bookings, corporate clients, and event organizers. You will play a key role in maximizing occupancy and revenue while maintaining excellent customer relationships. This position offers a competitive base salary along with an attractive commission structure of 10% on all confirmed sales.
**Responsibilities:**
1. **Prospecting and Lead Generation:** Identify and actively seek out potential clients through research, networking, attending events, and leveraging existing contacts.
2. **Sales Presentations:** Develop compelling and persuasive sales presentations to showcase the hotel's features, benefits, and unique offerings to prospective clients.
3. **Negotiation and Closing Deals:** Effectively negotiate terms, rates, and contractual agreements with clients to secure bookings and close sales deals in a manner that benefits both the hotel and the client.
4. **Client Relationship Management:** Build and maintain strong, long-lasting relationships with clients to ensure repeat business and positive word-of-mouth referrals.
5. **Market Analysis:** Stay up-to-date with market trends, competitors, and industry developments to identify potential business opportunities and formulate effective sales strategies.
6. **Collaboration:** Work closely with the hotel's management team, marketing department, and event planners to ensure seamless execution of client events and promotions.
7. **Record Keeping:** Keep detailed records of all sales activities, client interactions, and bookings in the hotel's CRS system for reporting and analysis purposes.
8. **Customer Service:** Provide exceptional customer service to clients, addressing any inquiries, concerns, or special requests promptly and professionally.
9. **Attainment of Targets:** Meet and exceed sales targets and revenue goals set by the hotel's management.
10. **Feedback and Improvement:** Gather feedback from clients and industry contacts to identify areas for improvement and make recommendations to enhance the hotel's offerings and services.
**Requirements:**
- Proven work experience as a Sales Representative or in a similar sales role, preferably within the hospitality industry.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively engage with potential clients.
- Strong negotiation and closing abilities to secure profitable deals.
- Results-oriented and self-motivated with a drive to achieve sales targets.
- Familiarity with sales analytics tools.
- Knowledge of the local and regional market and an understanding of the hospitality industry's dynamics.
- Availability to travel for business purposes when required.
- High level of professionalism and a customer-focused approach.
**Benefits:**
- Competitive base salary.
- Attractive 10% commission on all confirmed sales.
- Opportunity to work in a dynamic and fast-paced industry.
- Training and professional development opportunities.
- Access to hotel amenities and discounts.
If you are a motivated sales professional with a passion for hospitality and a knack for driving business growth, we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity. Join our team and play a key role in elevating our hotel's success while earning competitive rewards through our commission structure.
Job Type: Contract
Pay: Up to $40,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
Compensation Package:
- Commission pay
Experience:
- Sales: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Preferred)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in North Little Rock, AR 72116
Salary : $40,000
