Sales Manager
| Job Type | Permanent Full Time |
| Location | Eastleigh, Hampshire |
| Area | Hampshire, England |
| Sector | Sales & Marketing |
| Salary | £45000 - £45500 per annum + + Bonus + Benefits |
| Start Date | ASAP |
| Advertiser | remoteapi |
| Job Ref | JN 10881_1753273056 |
| Employer | Hotel |
- Description
Hotel Sales Manager
Are you a driven professional with a passion for sales and hospitality? Our client is seeking a dynamic Hotel Sales Manager to lead our corporate sales strategy across accommodation, meetings, and events sectors. This role offers a unique blend of strategic planning, client interaction, and travel, making it an exciting prospect for ambitious individuals.
Sales Manager package
- A basic salary of IRO £45'000
- A bonus based on performance
- Travel support
- Extensive company benefits
Why This Role Stands Out:
- Professional Growth: Work closely with senior management and various departments, providing ample opportunities for professional development and career advancement.
- Networking Opportunities: Attend local and national events, trade shows, and networking gatherings, enhancing your professional network and industry knowledge.
- Dynamic Work Environment: Enjoy a mix of office-based tasks and on-the-road client meetings, ensuring no two days are the same.
- Impactful Role: Play a crucial part in shaping and executing the hotel's sales strategy, directly contributing to the business's success.
- An opportunity to represent a quality hotel that would lend itself to your contacts and agents demands that will surpass expectations for service and delivery.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and implement a strategic sales plan for meetings, events, and accommodation.
- Cultivate and maintain relationships with corporate clients and agencies.
- Attend and represent the hotel at local and national events.
- Negotiate client contracts, ensuring profitable and long-term agreements.
- Lead sales activities across all market segments.
- Regularly report sales activities and achievements to senior management.
- Conduct market research and competitor analysis to stay ahead in the industry.
- Collaborate with the marketing department to ensure consistent client communication.
Skills and Experience Required:
- Proven experience in a sales role within the hospitality industry.
- Strong negotiation and relationship-building skills.
- Excellent communication and presentation abilities.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Proficiency in market research and competitor analysis.
- Familiarity with corporate sales strategies and client management.
Additional Responsibilities:
- Ensure all services provided are charged accurately and payments processed.
- Participate in health and safety protocols, including acting as a fire marshal when on-site.
- Maintain high standards of personal presentation and guest service.
