Bedford - Sales Manager
We have a fantastic new vacancy for a Sales Manager at the Courtyard by Marriott Luton Airport - Bedffordshire
A busy airport hotel with 250 bedrooms and 3 meeting rooms
Would you like a new challenge and join a dynamic team?
Job Description:
As our Hotel Sales Manager, you'll be the face of our hotel to potential clients. You'll use your excellent communication and negotiation skills to generate revenue by selling our services and ensuring customer satisfaction. You'll be responsible for identifying potential clients, negotiating contracts, and creating sales strategies in collaboration with our marketing and operations teams.It's important that you maintain positive relationships with existing clients, track industry trends, and provide regular reports to senior management. We're looking for someone who is approachable, friendly, and passionate about hospitality with a high level of Opera system knowledge.
If you're a natural at building connections and thrive in a dynamic sales environment, we want to hear from you!
What do we need from you?
Sales Experience: For this role, it's essential that you have prior sales experience, preferably in the hospitality industry. You should be familiar with the sales process, including identifying leads, creating proposals, and closing deals. ideally, you should also be comfortable negotiating contracts and able to explain complex concepts in a simple and persuasive manner.
Communication Skills: As the face of our hotel you should have excellent communication skills, both verbal and written and able to articulate the hotel's value proposition clearly and confidently to potential clients. we're looking for someone who can build rapport with clients and develop positive relationships with them.
Teamwork: As a key member of our hotel, you should be able to work collaboratively with other teams, including marketing, operations, and finance. They should be able to share information and work towards common goals to ensure the hotel's success.
Organisation and Attention to Detail: It goes without saying, but in such a fast paced role, you'll need to be organised and detail-oriented. You should be able to manage multiple projects simultaneously and prioritise tasks effectively.
Most importantly, to be successful in this role, you will be passionate about providing an exceptional guest experience and living through our brand standards
Perks and Benefits:
Competitive salary and opportunities for career growth within Lighthouse Hotel management family.
Enhanced benefits for all employees – including 24/7 access to an online GPExtensive training and development programs to enhance your skills and knowledge.
Employee / Friend & Family discounts on hotel stays and dining.
Vibrant and inclusive work environment with a diverse team.
Employee recognition programs to celebrate your achievements.
Join our team and immerse yourself in a world of unparalleled hospitality and excitement. Be part of an extraordinary journey where you'll shape memories and create experiences that will last a lifetime. Apply now and become a key player in our magnificent hotel's success story!
The Lighthouse Hotel Management is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from candidates of all backgrounds.