Sales Manager â Leisure for EU Market (French, German, Spanish)

AccorHotel; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

An internationally recognized hospitality company is seeking an experienced Sales Manager Leisure focused on the EU market to join their team at a luxury resort in Abu Dhabi. The successful candidate will develop and implement strategies to grow leisure business from Europe while fostering strong relationships with travel partners. This role requires proven experience in hotel sales, excellent communication skills, and a bachelor's degree in Hospitality or related field. Join a dynamic team committed to delivering exceptional service in a stunning beachfront environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in leisure sales focused on the EU market.
• Minimum 3-5 years experience in hotel sales.
• Strong knowledge of the European travel trade landscape.

Responsibilities

• Develop sales strategies for EU leisure business.
• Build relationships with travel partners.
• Conduct sales calls and represent the property at trade shows.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Communication skills

Time management

Organizational skills

Fluency in English

Proficiency in CRM

Education

Bachelor's degree in Hospitality Management or Business

Tools

Opera

Salesforce

Job description

We are seeking an experiencedSales Manager Leisure (EU Market) to develop and grow our leisure segment within the European market. The ideal candidate will be responsible for driving revenue through strategic partnerships with travel agencies tour operators while representing the brand in key European feeder markets.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement sales strategies to attract and grow leisure business from the EU region

• Build and maintain strong relationships with key travel trade partners wholesalers and tour operators

• Conduct regular sales calls and roadshows within Europe to strengthen market presence

• Identify market trends customer needs and competitive landscape to inform business decisions

• Coordinate with revenue marketing and reservations teams to ensure alignment of offers and availability

• Represent the property at international trade shows exhibitions and networking events relevant to the EU market

• Prepare regular reports on sales activity market feedback and revenue performance

• Maintain a high level of product knowledge to effectively promote all aspects of the property

Qualifications :

• Bachelors degree in Hospitality Management Business Marketing or related field preferred.

• Proven experience in leisure sales with a strong focus on the EU market (minimum 35 years)

• Excellent knowledge of the European travel trade landscape

• Minimum 3-5 years of experience in hotel sales or hospitality sales management.

• Proven track record of achieving sales targets and driving revenue growth in a hotel or hospitality environment.

• Excellent negotiation communication and interpersonal skills.

• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple accounts and projects simultaneously.

• Proficient in CRM and hotel sales management systems (e.g. Opera Salesforce).

• Ability to analyze market data and competitor activity to inform sales strategy.

• Fluent in English; proficiency in an additional European language is a strong advantage. German Italian French or Spanish (or any other)

Additional Information :

Your team and working environment:

• Rixos Premium Saadiyat Island is a unique resort; where exclusivity and luxury define every experience every time. Our luxurious family getaway is located on the pristine beach of Saadiyat Island with its clear blue waters and fine white sands overlooking the Arabian Gulf.
• At Accor we are Heartists!

Are you ready to put your heart at the center of everything that you do If so then join our team of Heartists at Rixos Premium Saadiyat Island every day we look for opportunities to engage on a personal & meaningful way with our guests and each other. We deliver heartfelt hospitality in an environment that is engaging enthusiastic and professionally rewarding

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time