Senior Sales & Events Manager Job Sun Peaks British Columbia Canada,Management

Location: Sun Peaks

Reporting to the Director of Sales (DOS), the Senior Sales and Events Manager assists in overseeing the Conference Services team and designated Sales Managers and respective markets. This individual oversees strategic plans to bring business to both the Hotel and the Resort, identifies new business and expands existing business opportunities to develop increased sales. This role will assist the Director of Sales in working directly with the team on business opportunities and developing long-term strategic goals.

This role will focus on Conference Services standards and deliverables and Sales Team strategic plans and revenue goals. This position is currently full-time based at the Sun Peaks Grand Hotel; hybrid option can be considered.

Compensation Information: $80,000 per annum

Physical Requirement: Medium; work activities involve handling loads up to 20kg; predominantly in an indoor setting.

This job position requires physical presence at the designated location; potential for hybrid.

The perks and benefits you’ll get to enjoy:

Winter/Summer Season Lift, Trail and Golf passes

Initial entitlement to three weeks of paid vacation

Benefits plan and additional wellness components, including Health Spending Account and EFAP

Participation in our RRSP and matching DPSP programs

Company supported training and professional development opportunities

Dining discounts within our hotel & Resort-owned outlets

Retail discounts in our Resort-owned outlets

Friends and family rates at the Sun Peaks Grand Hotel

Reciprocal programs with partnering ski areas & hotels

Eligibility for our ‘Pay for Performance’ incentive bonus program (after qualifying period), awarded to top performers

Skills you bring with you:

Minimum 3 years of proven sales leadership experience in a similar or related role

Post-secondary education in Hotel Sales, Hospitality, or related field of study is considered an asset

Conference Services and Events management/supervisory experience required

Experience with Hotel software systems

Results oriented with background in analytics and performance metrics monitoring

Proven ability to develop and execute strategic plans

Excellent communication and copy writing skills in varied written and verbal mediums

Effective leader, problem solver, and decision maker

Relationship management background with industry stakeholders, vendors, and agencies

Thrive in a team environment and embrace collaboration across varied platforms

Extremely organized and detail oriented

Knowledge of the Hotel & Resort product and current competitive environment is considered an asset

A passion for outdoor recreation: ski, snowboard, bike and golf all considered assets

Holds a valid driver’s license

Primary Responsibilities:

Actively represents the leadership team within the hotel operations team and supports/represents the DOS while off property to ensure seamless leadership presence throughout the hotel.

Assists the DOS in guiding the revenue goals of the hotel and department.

Maintains regular communication with the Sales Team, collaborating on team reaching their revenue goals.

Oversee the sales team’s coordination of events, ensuring the guest experience drives customer loyalty by delivering an elevated experience.

Act as an ambassador of the Sun Peaks Grand Hotel and Sun Peaks Resort with the ability to promote internal and external events.

Some weekend and evening work may be required.

Team Management and Support Development:

Assist Director of Sales with overseeing conference services and sales team members.

Responsible for overseeing the success of individual sales team plans and members.

Responsible for Conference Services team SOP creation and overall daily management.

Work with Director on overall sales strategy, in line with hotel goals, to ensure that revenue, reputation and market share goals are achieved, and results are monitored.

Propose sales plans and special programs that drive measurable, incremental occupancy; increase average rates; increase business volume during off-peak periods and increase meetings and event sales.

Identify new markets and business opportunities to increase sales and overall revenue for the hotel.

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