Hotel Sales Manager

TN United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Pre-Opening Sales Manager to lead sales strategies for a new hotel in London's vibrant Shoreditch area. This exciting role involves building strong customer relationships, analyzing market trends, and implementing effective sales strategies to ensure a successful hotel launch. With a focus on personal and professional development, the company offers a variety of benefits, including a bonus program linked to guest satisfaction and attractive staff rates across Europe and the USA. If you're ready to make an impact in the hospitality sector, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Quarterly and Annual Sales Bonus

Monthly Travel Incentive

Staff Discounts

Professional Development Opportunities

Team Celebrations

Qualifications

• Strong leadership skills and proven sales track record.
• Excellent negotiation and relationship-building abilities.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement effective sales strategies.
• Negotiate contracts and set sales targets.

Skills

Sales Strategy Development

Customer Relationship Management

Negotiation Skills

Leadership Skills

Presentation Skills

Market Analysis

Team Collaboration

Adaptability

Education

Experience in Hotel Industry

Proven Track Record in Sales

Tools

Opera Cloud

Job description

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Ready to rock the sales world in the heart of London? We're on the hunt for a superstar Pre-Opening Sales Manager to join our second hotel in London in the buzzing Shoreditch area close to Old Street! Motel One London Shoreditch is set to dazzle in Autumn 2025, boasting 237 rooms and a design that's as cool as the neighbourhood itself.

As a Sales Manager, you will play a crucial role in driving our company's sales strategies, building strong customer relationships, and achieving revenue targets.

You will therefore win over our customers by providing a service that is tailored to their individual needs and requirements. Your duties will also include the following:

• Create Awareness of the Brand/Hotel within the market, whilst preparing for the hotel opening.
• Develop and implement effective sales strategies to build and expand our customer base and increase market share
• Independently establish and build partnerships with corporate clients, travel agencies and other local businesses, whilstmaintaining a strong relationship.
• Analyse market trends and competitor activities to identify new business opportunities
• Plan and organise customer eventsto showcase our offerings.
• Participate in hotel activities including promotions, sales blitzes, entertainment and other operational areas as directed
• Negotiate contracts with corporate clients
• Set and monitor sales targets, ensuring all goals are met.
• Contribute to the development of sales forecasts.

Salary from £40,000 to £45,000 per annum, dependant upon experience.

Benefits include:

• Quarterly and Annual Sales Bonus
• Monthly Travel Incentive.
• Bonus program: The better the guests rate their stay, the higher the bonus!
• Make an international career: Discover a variety of career opportunities in our hotels nationally and internationally, or join one of our numerous new openings.
• Staff discounts: Benefit from attractive staff rates in all of our hotels throughout Europe and the USA.
• Develop personally and professionally: With an extensive onboarding, annual trainings and coaching at our One University, you will hit the ground running.
• Celebrate together: Whether it's a summer party, holiday party or our annual international soccer tournament - we celebrate successes together with the team.

Qualifications

Because personality and hosting skills are our priority. You will possess the following:

• Great personality and energy.
• Knowledge of the area would be an advantage.
• Team player.
• Experience of Hotel Openings advantageous
• Proven track record of meeting or exceeding sales targets in a managerial role.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and develop.
• Excellent negotiation and relationship-building skills.
• Outstanding presentation and communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, multicultural environment.
• Willingness to travel as required for client meetings and industry events.
• Experience in the hotel industry or relevantsales environment.
• Demonstrated ability to adapt to changing market conditions and customer needs.
• Experience of Opera Cloud would be an advantage but not essential.