Regional Sales Coordinator

We are seeking a dynamic addition to our team – an organized individual who is interested in Sales and Marketing and has a strong desire to excel and exceed the expectations of our guests and Fairmont Hotels and Resorts. Come as you are!

To learn more about our lifestyle and location visit our website: www.lakelouisejobs.com

What is in it for you:

Experience living in Banff National Park in the iconic location of Lake Louise

Subsidized staff accommodation provided on-site for full time status

Access to our Lifestyle Program activities

One duty meal in our newly renovated staff cafeteria

Competitive extended benefits package including medical, vision and dental for full time permanent status

Employee Travel Program

Comprehensive Wellness Platform (LifeWorks)

Discounts on food & beverage/fitness centre/spa/golf

Opportunity to develop your talent and grow within Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise and over 5,000 properties with Accor

What you will be doing:  

Act as a direct support to assigned sales managers, in all aspects of the position from lead generation, contracting, and follow-up for all Regional Mountain properties.

Field general inquiries and direct information on behalf of Sales Manager

Respond to inquiries from established and prospective clients in the absence of the Sales Manager

Execution and organization of creative and passionate site inspections showcasing CLL’s unique selling proposition.  Involvement in client activities/onsite entertaining for all market segments as needed.

Communication of detail re. site inspections with operating departments to ensure flawless execution

Entertainment of clients in absence of and in conjunction with Sales Manager

Share knowledge of The Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise’s heritage, facilities and programming (ie. environmental/heritage initiatives)

Assist and support the relevant marketplaces for other projects as assigned

Arrange and assist with BDT’s,

Prepare weekly, monthly, quarterly and annual reports as required

Integration within the Sales team and with other team members in Conventions, Guest Services and throughout the hotel

Actively seek opportunities to improve systems and procedures

Ensure a clean and safe working environment, and actively participate in health and safety initiatives

Adhere to all hotel environmental policies and initiatives

Carry out any other tasks as assigned

 

Your experience and skills include:

Minimum one year experience in hotel environment (ideally in Sales, Reservation, Conference Service or Front Office

Minimum one year experience in hotel environment

Graduate of Hospitality Degree/Diploma program a definite asset

Previous sales experience an asset

Knowledge of Opera Sales & Catering / Opera Sales Force Automation and Property Manager are asset

Knowledge of CLL’s heritage, facilities and programs a definite asset

Knowledge of Opera Sales & Catering / Opera Sales Force Automation and Property Manager are asset

Excellent time management and multitasking skills

Excellent communication and organizational skills

Excellent knowledge of Word, Excel, Outlook and Windows XP

Confident, well groomed, pleasant telephone / personal disposition

Desire to learn and advance within the Sales and Marketing team

Demonstrates initiative, and the ability to multitask and work with minimal supervision

Ability to maintain high service levels under pressure

 

You may be required to work on holidays, weekends, overnights and other non-day shifts. Submission of your application to Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise indicates that you are able to meet these requirements as needed.

Your team and working environment:

Fast-paced, upscale, luxury hotel

Close proximity to multiple ski resorts in winter and world-renowned hiking trails in summer

Hospitality employees worldwide making this a great place to develop lifelong connections   

Visa Requirements: Must be legally eligible to work in Canada. The hotel is unable to assist candidates in obtaining Canadian work authorization.