Sales Executive

Fairmont Hotels & Resorts; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious hotel chain in Abu Dhabi is seeking a Sales Executive to identify new business opportunities and build strong client relationships. The ideal candidate should have at least 2 years of experience in hotel sales, excellent communication skills, and a proven record of achieving sales targets. This role offers an exciting opportunity to promote hotel services and contribute to overall sales growth.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience in hotel sales or a similar role in the hospitality industry.
• Proven track record of achieving sales targets and building client relationships.
• Knowledge of local and regional market trends in hospitality is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Identify and target new business opportunities through cold calling and networking.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with clients and key accounts.
• Promote hotel facilities to potential clients.

Skills

Sales experience

Client relationship management

Negotiation

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Hospitality, Marketing, or related field

Job description

Overview

Company Description

"Why work for Accor? We are far more than a worldwide leader. We welcome you as you are and you can find a job and brand that matches your personality. We support you to grow and learn every day, making sure that work brings purpose to your life, so that during your journey with us, you can continue to explore Accor’s limitless possibilities. By joining Accor, every chapter of your story is yours to write and together we can imagine tomorrow's hospitality. Discover the life that awaits you at Accor, visit https://careers.accor.com/ Do what you love, care for the world, dare to challenge the status quo! #BELIMITLESS"

Responsibilities

• Identify and target new business opportunities through cold calling, networking, and market research.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with corporate clients, travel agencies, event planners, and other key accounts.
• Promote hotel rooms, event space, catering services, and other facilities to potential clients.
• Conduct sales presentations, site inspections, and client meetings.
• Negotiate contracts and close deals to achieve or exceed sales targets.
• Collaborate with the marketing team to develop promotional materials and campaigns.
• Maintain a detailed knowledge of the hotel’s products, services, rates, and packages.
• Prepare regular sales reports and forecasts for management review.
• Ensure high levels of customer satisfaction through effective communication and service delivery.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Hospitality, Marketing, or a related field (preferred).
• Minimum 2 years of experience in hotel sales or a similar role in the hospitality industry.
• Proven track record of achieving sales targets and building client relationships.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
• Strong organizational and time-management abilities.
• Knowledge of local and regional market trends in hospitality is a plus.

Additional Information

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