Sales Executive

Nativeamericantalent; Gent; Remote; EUR 42,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Meal vouchers

Eco vouchers

DKV hospitalisation insurance

Smartphone

Laptop

Electric company car with charging卡

Internal training opportunities

Employee discounts

Job summary

Courtyard by Marriott Ghent is seeking a proactive Sales Hunter to build a strong sales portfolio, win new business, and drive revenue across our Ghent hotels. You will prospect new clients, manage the full sales cycle, and collaborate with multiple teams to convert opportunities into contracts.

Ideal candidates are energetic, KPI-driven, and able to work independently or with a team. A background in hospitality sales and fluency in Dutch and/or English is preferred; additional languages are a

Qualifications

• Born sales hunter with proactive, entrepreneurial drive.
• Commercial and results-oriented with KPI experience.
• Persuasive, persistent, independent and team player.
• Bachelor's or master's in Business, Economics, Tourism, Hotel Management or similar.
• Several years in sales, preferably hospitality.

Responsibilities

• Identify and prospect new clients; cold outreach.
• Build a personal sales portfolio and follow up leads.
• Own the sales process from first contact to contract.
• Develop relationships and convert needs into opportunities.
• Collaborate with Sales, Operations, Marketing and hotels to win business.
• Track activities and results in CRM and seek new opportunities.

Skills

Sales hunter

Commercial mindset

Lead prospecting

Client relationship

Education

Business degree

Tools

CRM software

PMS

Reporting tools

Job description

Additional Information

Job Number 26132005

Job Category Sales & Marketing

Location Akkerhage 2, Ghent 9000, BelgiumVIEW ON MAP (https://www.google.com/maps?q=Akkerhage%202%2C%20Ghent%209000%2C%20Belgium)

Schedule Full Time

Located Remotely? N

Position Type Management

Additional Information: This hotel is owned and operated by an independent franchisee, Aimbridge Hospitality. The franchisee is a separate company and a separate employer from Marriott International, Inc. The franchisee solely controls all aspects of the hotel’s employment policies and practices, including hiring, firing, discipline, staffing, compensation, benefits, and all other terms and conditions of employment. If you accept a position at this hotel, you will be employed by a franchisee and not by Marriott International, Inc.

Are you a born sales hunter who gets energized by winning new business?

Courtyard by Marriott Ghent and Scala Meeting & Event Center are looking for a driven sales hunter with a strong commercial mindset. Someone who doesn’t wait for opportunities to come their way, but actively goes out and creates them. Whether it’s a small business, a large international organization or an agency: you spot the opportunity, go after it and get energized by winning new clients. A true sales-first mentality - that's what we’re looking for.

A look behind the scenes of your role

• You actively seek out new clients and are not afraid of cold prospecting.
• You build your own sales portfolio and proactively follow up on leads and opportunities.
• You take ownership of the sales process, from the first contact to the signed contract.
• You quickly build strong relationships with clients and know how to turn their needs into commercial opportunities.
• You work closely with Sales, Operations, Marketing and the other hotels within our group to win new business.
• You keep track of your sales activities and results in our CRM system and continuously look for new ways to generate more business.

Who are we looking for?

• You are a true hunter: proactive, entrepreneurial and driven to win new business.
• You are commercial and results-oriented: you spot opportunities, think in solutions and feel comfortable working with targets and KPIs.
• You are persuasive and persistent: a "no" doesn't stop you, and you enjoy working both independently and as part of a team.
• You hold a bachelor’s or master’s degree in Business Administration, Economics, Tourism, Hotel Management or a similar field.
• You have a few years of experience in sales, preferably within the hospitality industry.
• You speak fluent Dutch and/or good English. An additional language such as French, German or Spanish is a plus.
• You are comfortable using digital tools and systems that support sales processes, such as CRM software, property management systems (PMS), reporting tools and online communication platforms. You effortlessly switch between email, video calls, social media and other digital channels to reach clients and build lasting relationships.

What do we offer you?

At Courtyard by Marriott, you will work in a warm and professional hotel environment within an international network. We invest in your development and aim to create a positive and rewarding employee experience.

You can expect:

• An attractive compensation package, including meal vouchers, eco vouchers, DKV hospitalisation insurance, smartphone, laptop, electric company car with charging card.
• The opportunity to put Courtyard Ghent and its sister hotels on the map and contribute to the growth of our hotels.
• Access to internal and external training opportunities.
• You will also become a colleague of our teams at Marriott Ghent, Residence Inn Ghent and Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ghent - our sister hotels.
• International Marriott employee discounts worldwide.

About us

Courtyard by Marriott Ghent is part of a unique hospitality hub together with Holiday Inn Express & Suites and Residence Inn by Marriott. The hub also includes Scala Meeting & Event Center, creating a dynamic environment where guests can stay, meet, dine and experience Ghent.

With 174 stylish rooms, Courtyard combines modern design with comfort and functionality for both business and leisure guests. Your stay, your way - that's what Courtyard stands for.

In October, Courtyard Ghent is celebrating its first anniversary. As a young and growing hotel, we are still discovering the market, building our client base and identifying new opportunities for growth. This means there is plenty of room to make an impact, develop new business and help shape the future of the hotel.

Getting here

Our location is easily accessible, wherever you are coming from. Arriving by car? As an employee, you can park hassle-free in our spacious car park. Cyclists, e-scooter riders and speed pedelec users can easily reach us via safe and well-maintained cycle paths, with convenient bicycle parking available on site. Public transport also makes getting here easy, with tram and bus stops within walking distance and convenient connections via De Lijn.

Everyone is welcome

We believe in the power of diversity. Whoever you are and wherever you come from – if you are excited about this role, we encourage you to apply. We value your unique perspective and background.

Attractive salary, DKV hospitalization insurance, meal vouchers €10, eco vouchers, full reimbursement of transportation cost, flexible work schedule

This company is an equal opportunity employer.

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At Courtyard, we’re passionate about better serving the needs of travelers everywhere. It’s what inspired us to create the first hotel designed specifically for business travelers, and it’s why the Courtyard experience today empowers our guests, no matter the purpose of their trip. We’re looking for achievers who are passionate about providing a guest experience that goes above and beyond, enjoy being part of a small yet ambitious team, and love learning how to always improve - all while having fun.

In joining Courtyard, you join a portfolio of brands with Marriott International. Be where you can do your best work, begin your purpose, belong to an amazing global team, and become the best version of you.