Sales & Marketing Coordinator

Hotel Sales & Marketing Coordinator (6-Month Contract) Location: Best Western Plus Valemount Inn & Suites, Mountaineer Lodge, The Robson, or Vantage Hotels Corporate Office (remote with occasional travel to properties) Reports To: Chief Operating Officer (COO) and Vantage Marketing Department Term: Six (6) Month Contract About Vantage Hotels At Vantage Hotels, hospitality is about more than providing a place to stay. It is about creating meaningful connections with guests, teammates, and communities. Our culture is guided by five core values: Own It. Love It. Solve It. Share It. Laugh. These values shape how we lead, support one another, and deliver exceptional experiences every day. Why Join Vantage Hotels? This six-month contract offers the opportunity to gain hands-on experience while working alongside hotel leaders, executives, and industry professionals. For the right candidate, there may be an opportunity for future permanent employment based on performance and business needs. If you are motivated, community-minded, and eager to build a career in hospitality, we'd love to hear from you. Position Summary The Hotel Sales & Marketing Coordinator supports the commercial success of Vantage Hotels through sales, marketing, client relationship management, and administrative coordination. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys building relationships, working in a fast-paced environment, and gaining exposure to multiple areas of the hospitality industry. Key Responsibilities Sales & Business Development • Identify and prospect new corporate, government, tourism, sports, and group business opportunities. • Assist with sales calls, presentations, proposals, contracts, and RFP submissions. • Follow up on leads and client inquiries in a professional and timely manner. • Maintain CRM records within Microsoft Teams. • Build relationships with local businesses, tourism partners, and community organizations. • Represent Vantage Hotels at networking events, trade shows, and community functions as required. Marketing Working closely with the Vantage Marketing Department: • Assist with social media content creation and scheduling. • Capture photo and video content for promotional campaigns. • Support email marketing, newsletters, and digital campaigns. • Help maintain brand standards and identify opportunities to grow brand awareness. Administration • Prepare contracts, group documentation, and rooming lists. • Coordinate site inspections and client visits. • Assist with billing, invoicing, and event planning. • Maintain organized sales files and databases. • Provide administrative support to the COO, Marketing Department, and hotel leadership teams. Qualifications The ideal candidate will: • Be enrolled in or recently graduated from Hospitality, Business, Tourism, Marketing, or a related field, or possess equivalent experience. • Have excellent communication and relationship-building skills. • Demonstrate strong organization, attention to detail, and time management. • Be proficient in Microsoft Office and Microsoft Teams. • Work effectively independently and as part of a team. • Hold a valid Class 5 (or higher) Driver's Licence with a satisfactory driver's abstract. Previous hotel or tourism experience is an asset but not required. Preferred Skills • Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Teams • Canva • Social media platforms • Basic photography and videography • Customer service excellence • Public speaking and presentations • Interest in outdoor recreation and adventure tourism Compensation & Benefits • Competitive hourly wage • Employee discounts at Vantage Hotels and participating Best Western properties • Complimentary meal while on shift where applicable (taxable benefit) • Professional development and mentorship opportunities • Exposure to executive leadership and commercial strategy • Potential future employment opportunities Join Our Team This is more than a six-month contract. It is an opportunity to launch your hospitality career, build valuable industry experience, and contribute to a growing hotel company committed to Inspiring Connections . Hospitality is a people-focused business built on flexibility, teamwork, professionalism, and a positive attitude. If you are ready to make a difference and grow with us, we would be excited to welcome you to the Vantage family. #BWV