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Business Transient Sales Manager

The Darcy

1515 Rhode Island Avenue
Washington, DC 20005-5595

226 Room Hotel
Managed By Northwood Hospitality
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Compensation: NA, Full-Time

Job Description

This is a junior level Sales Manager that supports the day-to-day activities of the Director of International Sales.

Job Responsibilities:
*Assist in site inspections, planning, service and execution for International Guest/Group visits and other related functions
*Work closely with operations teams including but not limited to Front Office, Guest Experience, Housekeeping + Meeting - Events Team to ensure that client's needs are met and exceeded in every way
*Organize flawless arrival and overall experience for all International guests
*Collaborate in overall International sales effort including outside sales calls
*Prepare proposals, contracts and turnover files
*Use Delphi to create/update accounts or contacts within an account, create new group bookings, revise existing group bookings, merge and produce contracts
*Use Opera as necessary within the scope of this position
*Responsible for personal sales goal
*Draft and execute sales collateral and client / prospect presentations via Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
*Proactively manage preparation for site inspections
*Answer telephones, emails and inquiries in a professional and timely manner
*Prepare and process Expense Reports and Monthly Reports
*Manage International Data base and assist in all International Initiatives
*Other tasks as requested

Job Qualifications:
*College Degree or equivalent experience
*Prior experience in dealing with this type/level of clientele is desirable
*Ability to read, write and speak English, using excellent grammar and communication skills
*Strong Work ethic and customer relation skills
*Attention to detail is a must
*Ability to multi-task and be proactive
*Pleasant and professional demeanor
*Ability to effectively communicate in a friendly and positive manner
*Must be willing to work a flexible schedule including nights and weekends
*Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint
*Fluency in multiple languages is a plus
*Previous hotel operations experience is a strong plus
*Delphi and Opera knowledge is a plus

Posted March 9, 2024

The Darcy

Welcome to The Darcy

The Darcy is an eclectic, 226-room boutique hotel in the heart of Washington, DC, providing chic accommodations, distinctive dining, and over 7,000 square feet of meeting and event space. Classically American but with a European sensibility, The Darcy offers an authentic, original, and local experience that allows our guests to immerse themselves in community. 

Discover our Nation's Capital with thoughful amenties. Cruise from Georgetown to Capitol Hill with our courtesy bike and scooter rentals, make it a family affair and keep the kids entertained with our Darcy Daypacks, and relax after a day of sightseeing with our complimentary daily cocktail hour featuring local products or enjoy an in-room crafted cocktail from our talented mixologists.  Be prepared for any occasion with our Haberdashery - a guest wardrobing suitcase of high-end men’s accessories for borrow or purchase, get the right fit with custom tailoring, and grab that last minute gift for someone special with our semimonthly pop-up flower shop. At The Darcy, we make sure you don’t miss home.