Assistant Director of Sales

COREcruitment; Düsseldorf; Vor Ort; EUR 100.000 - 125.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A leading hotel in Düsseldorf is seeking an Assistant Director of Sales to enhance revenue growth and client relationships. This role requires fluency in German and English, along with strong hotel sales experience. The ideal candidate will support sales strategies and manage key accounts, contributing to market share growth. Skills in negotiation, organization, and proficiency with sales technology are essential.

Qualifikationen

• Experience in sales within the hotel or hospitality sector.
• Strong negotiation, communication, and presentation skills.
• Exceptional organizational abilities under time pressure.

Aufgaben

• Support the Director of Sales in executing the hotel's sales and marketing plan.
• Manage relationships with key accounts and local businesses.
• Identify and secure new business opportunities through networking.

Kenntnisse

Fluency in German

Fluency in English

Strong negotiation skills

Strong communication skills

Customer-focused

Organizational abilities

Tools

Microsoft Office

CRM systems

Jobbeschreibung

Languages: English and German

Start: ASAP

I am seeking a dynamic and results-driven Assistant Director of Sales for a leading hotel in Düsseldorf.

The ideal candidate will play a critical role in supporting the overall sales strategy, driving revenue growth, and cultivating both corporate and leisure client relationships.

This position is tailored for an ambitious sales professional fluent in German and English, with proven expertise in hotel or hospitality sales environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Director of Sales in developing and executing the hotel's sales and marketing plan to achieve revenue targets for rooms, meetings & events, and ancillary services.
• Manage and nurture relationships with key accounts (corporate and MICE), travel agents, and local businesses to grow the hotel's market share in Düsseldorf and the surrounding region.
• Proactively identify and secure new business opportunities via sales calls, site inspections, networking events, and industry trade shows.
• Prepare tailored proposals, negotiate contracts, and close group business, ensuring all client requirements are communicated to the operations team.
• Monitor and analyze market trends, competitor activity, and customer feedback, providing strategic input toward rate setting and promotional activities.
• Assist in the creation and management of sales materials, digital content, and promotional campaigns in collaboration with the marketing team.
• Represent the hotel at key local and international events, maintaining a polished and professional brand image.
• Provide leadership, training, and support for the sales team, helping to set performance metrics and monitor achievements.
• Maintain accurate records using the hotel CRM and ensure timely reporting of sales activities and results.

Requirements

• Experience in sales within the hotel or hospitality sector; previous group, corporate, or MICE sales experience strongly preferred.
• Fluency in German and English (written and spoken) required.
• Strong negotiation, communication, and presentation skills.
• Customer-focused, with the ability to build lasting relationships and exceed expectations.
• Exceptional organizational abilities, able to juggle multiple priorities under time pressure.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, CRM systems, and sales technology.
• High degree of professionalism and an entrepreneurial mindset.