<p>Schulte Companies is seeking an energetic, experienced, and hands on Sales Assistant to join our team! Schulte Companies is an organization whose success is rooted in its service culture. Our mission is to exude hospitality, be respectful and authentic, prioritize the needs of our internal and external stakeholders above our own, and continuously strive to make a positive impact in all we do. We are passionate hoteliers eager to add like-minded people to our rapidly growing team!</p> <p>What's in it for you? When you join Schulte Companies you'll be part of a team committed to an inclusive, employee-focused workplace that is invested in your development. We want you to feel engaged, empowered, and excited to grow with us. After all, we believe our greatest and most valuable asset is our people! Schulte Companies provides a rewarding, fun and flexible work environment, exciting perks, an atmosphere designed to encourage and promote career growth within the company and a robust benefit package including, but not limited to:</p> <p>Work Today, Get Paid today, with Daily Pay!</p> <p>Free Telemedicine and Virtual Mental Health care access for all Associates starting day one!</p> <p>Multiple Health Insurance and Life Insurance options</p> <p>401k Plan + Company Match for eligible associates</p> <p>Paid Time Off</p> <p>Holiday Pay</p> <p>Pet Insurance</p> <p>Employee Assistance Program</p> <p>Schulte Savings Marketplace Discounts on event tickets, electronics, gym memberships + more!</p> <p>Our Company: Schulte Companies is a leading third-party management company with deep, multi-generational experience in all facets of the hospitality industry. We are a diverse team of innovative hoteliers and restauranteurs operating more than 200 locations across 38 states and 3 countries. Our portfolio includes a wide array of reputable brands like Marriott, Hilton, IHG and Hyatt as well as many unique, independent, boutique and lifestyle properties and restaurants.</p> <p>Key Responsibilities</p> <p>Sales + Account Support</p> <ul> <li>Assist with identifying, soliciting, and maintaining new and existing accounts </li><li>Support Sales Managers with achieving monthly revenue goals </li><li>Respond to inquiries, leads, and information requests in a timely, polished, client-forward manner </li><li>Prepare, update, and distribute proposals, contracts, BEOs, reports, and internal documentation </li><li>Support the department during Prime Time Selling hours </li></ul> <p>Group, Event, and Transient Coordination</p> <ul> <li>Create and maintain group blocks, catering events, and reservation details in all PMS/CRM systems </li><li>Coordinate rooming lists, cutoff dates, deadlines, contracts, addendums, and payment schedules </li><li>Assist with event detailing, BEO accuracy, and communication between sales, operations, and the front office </li><li>Conduct site inspections and room checks to ensure guest expectations are met </li><li>Greet groups on arrival, assist with welcome amenities, and support needs throughout their stay </li><li>Manage group bookings from proposal stage through departure, ensuring every step of the internal group checklist is completed accurately and on time - including final billing, payment reconciliation, and World of Hyatt Meeting Planner Points submissions </li></ul> <p>Administrative + Organizational Support</p> <ul> <li>Maintain a consistently organized sales office environment, digital filing system, and reporting structure </li><li>Assist with daily/weekly/monthly reporting including PACE, statistical reports, billing summaries, and internal trackers </li><li>Oversee billing and accounting functions for group & business transient bookings, including but not limited to securing payment methods, sending final invoice to the client within 3 days of group departure and taking payment, reconciling charges, and assisting with group audits </li><li>Manage department inboxes, distribute communication, and ensure tasks are completed with accuracy and urgency </li><li>Work cross-departmentally to ensure flawless execution of groups, events, and individual reservations </li></ul> <p>Operational Support</p> <ul> <li>Reserve meeting space and blocks of rooms as needed </li><li>Assist with light event setup or tear-down when necessary </li><li>Partner closely with the front desk, housekeeping, engineering, F&B, and leadership to ensure alignment </li><li>Perform additional duties as needed to support evolving business objectives </li></ul> <p>Education & Experience</p> <ul> <li>High school diploma required; post-secondary education preferred </li><li>Minimum one year of hotel, catering, or sales support experience </li><li>Experience with hotel systems (Opera, Envision, Delphi, or similar) is strongly preferred </li></ul> <p>Knowledge, Skills & Abilities</p> <ul> <li>Exceptional organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines </li><li>Strong verbal and written communication skills </li><li>Keen attention to detail - accuracy and follow-through are essential in this role </li><li>Confident problem-solver with the ability to work independently and collaboratively </li><li>Comfortable in a fast-paced environment where priorities shift throughout the day </li><li>Proficient in Microsoft Office and general office technology </li><li>Familiarity with Hyatt systems - including Envision, Opera Cloud, Reserve, and Colleague - is highly preferred and will be considered a significant advantage </li><li>A team-first mindset with a genuine desire to support the success of the entire Sales Department </li><li>The hiring process may consist of a phone interview, manager(s) interview, drug screen, background check, reference checks, and potential employment assessment. This job description is only intended to provide a general description of the benefits and compensation applicable to this position. Paid Time Off (PTO) is available for eligible associates in accordance with the Company's Paid Time Off policy. This position is tipped eligible. Specific compensation and benefit details will be discussed during the interview process. </li><li>Schulte Companies is an Equal Opportunity Employer. </li></ul>