Guest Relations Associate
Marriott Vacations Worldwide
**JOB SPECIFIC TASKS**
**Marketing and Sales**
+ Enter and update data regarding sales presentations, site packages, and self-generated leads into computer software system.
+ Research, compile, retain, and/or communicate pertinent sales information/history to Sales Executives and/or Managers on a daily/weekly basis.
+ Review the details and scheduling of sales presentations or preview package to guests who do not have a sales presentation scheduled.
+ Promote awareness of brand image internally and externally.
+ Create, log and expedite premiums (gifts) for site marketing programs.
**Gallery Operations**
+ Set up, replenish and break down all hospitality items throughout the sales gallery in all locations.
+ Ensure that the kitchen preparation room is in order.
+ Ensure all common areas are neat and in order.
+ Oversee and ensure the safety of any children accompanying sales presentation guests in accordance with corporate guidelines.
+ Work in conjunction with the Marketing and Sales Management and Associates to ensure an efficient tour wave flow throughout the day.
+ Communicate to all marketing department associates tour wave availability.
+ Update tour manifest throughout the day.
+ Complete all Daily Checklists and report and turn into management at the end of shift.
**Rewards and Gifts**
+ Document the distribution of premiums (gifts) in computer software systems.
+ Distribute gifts to guests upon completion of sales presentation.
+ Maintain, update and balance premium gifting banks on a regular basis.
+ Maintain and update Preferred Merchant List.
**Guest Relations**
+ Address guests' service needs in a professional, positive, and timely manner.
+ Welcome and acknowledge each and every guest with a smile, eye contact, and a friendly verbal greeting, using the guest's name when possible.
+ Thank guests with genuine appreciation and provide a fond farewell.
+ Anticipate guests' service needs, including asking questions of guests to better understand their needs and watching/listening to guest preferences and acting on them whenever possible.
+ Actively listen and respond positively to guest questions, concerns, and requests using brand or property specific process to resolve issues, delight, and build trust.
+ Answer guest questions about property facilities/services (e.g., hours of operation, entertainment, restaurants, special events).
**Communication**
+ Speak to guests and co-workers using clear, appropriate and professional language.
+ Answer telephones using appropriate etiquette including answering the phone within 3 rings, answering with a smile in one's voice, using the callers' name, transferring calls to appropriate person/department, requesting permission before placing the caller on hold, taking and relaying messages, and allowing the caller to end the call.
**Policies and Procedures**
+ Maintain confidentiality of proprietary materials and information.
+ Follow company and department policies and procedures.
+ Protect the privacy and security of guests and coworkers.
+ Attend meetings as required by Supervisors.
**Computer Skills**
+ Use computer systems and software packages to input, access, modify, store, or output information
+ Enter and retrieve data from computer systems using a keyboard, mouse or trackball.
**Working with Others**
+ Support all co-workers and treat them with dignity and respect.
+ Handle sensitive issues with employees and/or guests with tact, respect, diplomacy, and confidentiality.
+ Develop and maintain positive and productive working relationships with other employees and departments.
**Physical Tasks**
+ Enter and locate work-related information using computers and/or point of sale systems.
+ Move, lift, carry, push, pull, and place objects weighing less than or equal to 10 pounds without assistance.
**Guest Relations Transport**
+ Coordinate transport requirements to assigned destinations.
+ Transport management and other designates associates or business visitors from/to assigned destinations.
+ Complete safety training and driving certification as necessary.
+ Inspect vehicles for damage and cleanliness.
+ Document all trips prior to the start of and at the conclusion of each trip
+ Park vehicle in designated location when not in use.
+ Check tire pressure and fluid levels for property vehicle and refuel as necessary.
+ Notify appropriate personnel of any vehicle maintenance needs
+ Scheduling vehicle for regular maintenance and service
+ Make sure vehicles are in good condition
+ Keep the vehicle’s key in safe place at all time.
+ Document all vehicle incidents (i.e., damages, accidents) and provide reports of incidents to manager/supervisor.
+ Perform other duties as requested by the management.
**Other:**
+ Perform all tasks in a timely manner ensuring all deadlines are met.
+ Perform other reasonable duty or function that may be assigned by management.
+ Be proactive and have a flexible approach to work, meeting the needs of the team and the business at all the times.
+ Maintain an attitude and commitment to provide excellent service to all customers and associates.
+ Respond sensitively to the needs and feeling of others, regardless of status of position; accept interpersonal differences and maintain a constructive rapport with all associates and customers.
+ Maintain computer systems knowledge (Microsoft Office and MVCI Marketing systems).
+ Maintain current computer systems knowledge as used by the company.
+ Work with all colleagues as a team, supporting the needs within that team and those of the business at all the times.
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