Company Description
One of Switzerland's finest luxury hotels, The Woodward, Auberge Resorts Collection is set on the crystal
blue shores of Lake Geneva. A sanctuary that seamlessly integrates home comforts with luxurious sophistication at the city's most exclusive address. From the grandeur and beauty of its belle epoque facade to opulent interiors, The Woodward frames 26 exceptional suites mirroring the sublime natural beauty on its doorstep with their own unique character and design. Discover two floors dedicated to wellness, a vibrant social scene, and three exceptional dining experiences curated by The Bastion Collection, including Geneva's only two Michelin-starred restaurant, L'Atelier Robuchon.
Job Description
Role Summary
Join our team as a Sales Manager for The Woodward and become one of the authors of our story. As part of the Auberge family, you will be responsible for developing relationships with key travel agencies and partners to identify business opportunities and maximize revenue. The ideal candidate will have a solid understanding of the intricacies of the luxury hotel market and be comfortable meeting and exceeding revenue goals as well as being an excellent communicator and negotiator.
Key Responsibilities
* Support the hotel’s leisure revenue goals by generating transient business for the property
* Build relationships with key, luxury consortia accounts including: Virtuoso, AMEX, Signature, FHR and others
* Collaborate closely with operations to ensure VIP recognition and seamless service.
* Solicit, negotiate, and service appropriate luxury FIT/wholesale accounts as it relates to agent training, marketing, reservations, etc.
* Identify and host high-value accounts through targeted FAM trips to enhance conversion and loyalty.
* Analyze forecast, cost, and revenue reports in order to make strategic decisions
* Accurately maintain and build the database of clients.
* Evaluate promotional events, trade shows, community and industry events to make sure attendance produces the proper return on investment.
Qualifications
* A minimum of 3 years experience as a Hotel Sales Manager, on property experience will be considered as a plus
* Ability to influence & build rapport with key stakeholders
* Self-motivated with a competitive spirit to achieve goals
* Excellent presentation & communication skills to be able to effectively represent the property
* Ability to travel to attend trade shows, client meetings, local tourism meetings and other key events
* Fluency in English and French is mandatory. Proficiency in German or any other language is highly preferred and considered a strong asset.
Additional Information
Auberge Resorts Collection is a portfolio of extraordinary hotels, resorts, residences, and private clubs. While each property is unique, all share a crafted approach to luxury and bring the soul of the locale to life through captivating design, exceptional cuisine and spas, and gracious yet unobtrusive service. With hotels and resorts across three continents, Auberge invites guests to create unforgettable stories in some of the world’s most desirable destinations. Please visit aubergeresorts.com to learn more about our Collection. Follow us on Instagram, TikTok, Linkedin, Facebook and Pinterest: @AubergeResorts and #AlwaysAuberge.
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