Director of Sales

Talent Hive; Manchester; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hotel brand is seeking an experienced Director of Sales to drive and expand sales across leisure and corporate markets. This role offers a competitive salary of up to £45,000 per annum, alongside a bonus scheme and various employee benefits reflecting the commitment to staff progression and wellbeing. The ideal candidate will possess a solid track record in sales, particularly within the MICE and corporate sectors, and will play a key role in enhancing the hotel's market presence through strategic initiatives.

Benefits

Discounted hotel benefits

Career development

Healthcare and Wellbeing benefits

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a sales role with proven success.
• Knowledge of MICE & corporate sectors.
• Ability to negotiate rates effectively.

Responsibilities

• Drive and sell market segments for the hotel including leisure & corporate.
• Identify opportunities for new local corporate business through research and networking.
• Represent the hotel at trade shows and client events.

Skills

Proactive sales

Negotiation

Client relationship management

Job description

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The Company

• A leading hotel brand consisting of 3* and 4* hotels, across the UK
• National hotel chain operating full service hotels
• A quality operation with first class facilities
• Progression and forward thinking with a passion for staying ahead of the competition

The Package

• Up to £45,000 per annum
• Bonus scheme
• Discounted hotel benefits
• Career development and progression
• Access to a platform offering multiple perks and discounts
• Healthcare and Wellbeing benefits

The Job Role

• The experienced Director of Sales will drive and sell all market segments for the hotel including leisure & corporate, with a focus on corporate business
• This role will be reporting into the hotel General Manager
• Identify opportunities for new local corporate business through research, cold calling and networking events etc
• The Director of Sales will be the face of the business during client show-rounds, FAM trips as well as representing the hotel & company at trade shows & exhibitions

The Requirements

• The Director of Sales will have previous experience and proven success in a proactive sales role
• Solid track record of securing new business within the MICE & corporate sectors
• Knowledge and experience of developing and implementing the sales strategy
• Be able to use initiative and have the ability in negotiating rates to secure new business at all times

The Location

• Greater Manchester

TH Contact Details
Consultant: Paige Jarratt
Telephone: [phone]
Mobile: [phone]
Web: www.talenthive.co.uk

We at Talent Hive are specialist recruiters within the Hospitality & Catering sector, if you would like a confidential chat about your career, please reach out to us on 0121 448 2260.