Sales Manager

Description:

As Sales Manager, you will be responsible for working closely with the Sales Team to analyse market trends, report results, and develop a Sales Team to execute the selling strategy and achieve business objectives. Specifically, you will be responsible for performing the following tasks to the highest standards:

· Analyse local market trends and develop new business leads.

· Maximize all Revenue opportunities.

· Contribute to the hotel's selling strategy and manage the departments' adherence to achieving that strategy.

· Understand the competitive marketplace and implement approaches to ensure the hotel stays ahead in the local market.

· Negotiate room rates/packages with corporate clients.

· Ensure the Sales Team Members are developed effectively and generate a culture of high-quality standards and proactive selling.

· Develop and implement creative local marketing channels including social media sites.

· Work within current business strategies and recognize potential opportunities.

· Communicate with all departments as required within each hotel.

· Attend Sales events when required.

· Report on a weekly/monthly basis appointments, calls made, and list of business leads

· Answer customer queries in a timely and suitable manner

Desired Candidate Profile

To successfully fill this role, you should maintain the attitude, behaviours, skills, and values that follow:

· Positive attitude and good communication skills

· Commitment to delivering a high level of customer service

· Excellent grooming standards

· Excellent organizational and planning skills

· Flexibility to respond to a range of different work situations

· Ability to work under pressure and under own initiative

· Previous experience in a sales role with the ability to close a sale

It would be advantageous in this position for you to demonstrate the following capabilities and distinctions:

· Knowledge of the local market

· Strong leadership skills, whereas it is evident that you can effectively manage and motivate a team to perform beyond expectations

· Strong analytical skills so as to understand key business indicators and competitive trends and develop approaches to these challenges

· Business degree, or any relevant qualification, would be advantageous