Hotel Sales Manager

Aimbridge EMEA; Southend-on-Sea; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hospitality group is seeking a Hotel Sales Manager in Southend-on-Sea. This role involves identifying new business opportunities, nurturing client relationships, and crafting effective sales strategies. Ideal candidates will have proven sales experience in the hospitality sector, strong communication and negotiation skills, and a focus on delivering exceptional guest experiences. Join a company that values development and offers generous benefits. Apply today to make an impact in the hospitality industry.

Benefits

Generous hotel discounts

Flexible pay access

24/7 wellbeing support

Uncapped incentives

Qualifications

• Proven experience in sales, ideally within the hospitality sector.
• Strong communication, negotiation, and influencing skills.
• Organised, collaborative, and driven by results with a genuine focus on guest experiences.

Responsibilities

• Identify new business opportunities and nurture client relationships.
• Craft sales strategies that align with our brand and guest experience.
• Collaborate with marketing and operations to maximise opportunities and ensure client satisfaction.
• Contribute to a dynamic, results-driven sales environment and build meaningful client connections.

Skills

Sales experience in hospitality

Strong communication skills

Negotiation skills

Organisational skills

Collaborative mindset

Result-driven approach

Customer focus

Job description

Overview

As our Hotel Sales Manager, you'll be the driving force behind our commercial success. You'll lead in identifying new business opportunities, nurturing client relationships, and crafting sales strategies that align with our brand and guest experience. You'll work closely with marketing and operations to ensure every client feels valued and every opportunity is maximised. This is a dynamic, people-focused role where your energy, creativity, and commercial acumen will shine. If you thrive in fast-paced environments and love building meaningful connections, this is the perfect opportunity to make your mark.

We're seeking a confident, proactive sales professional with a passion for hospitality and a talent for building relationships. You'll bring proven experience in sales—ideally within the hospitality sector—and a natural ability to communicate, negotiate, and influence. You'll be organised, collaborative, and driven by results, with a genuine desire to deliver exceptional guest experiences.

At Aimbridge Hospitality EMEA, we're passionate about connecting great people with great experiences in some of the world's most exciting destinations. As part of the global Aimbridge Hospitality brand, we work with iconic names like Hilton, IHG, Accor, and Marriott. Our culture is built on diversity, collaboration, and a "people first" approach that makes working with us unique.

Joining Aimbridge means more than just stepping into a role—it's stepping into a community that values your contribution and invests in your future. From day one, you'll have access to a range of benefits designed to support your wellbeing and reward your success. These include generous hotel discounts, flexible pay access, 24/7 wellbeing support, and uncapped incentives that recognise your impact.

We don't just offer jobs—we offer careers. At Aimbridge, your development is a priority. Whether you're looking to deepen your expertise in hospitality sales or broaden your leadership capabilities, we provide the tools, training, and mentorship to help you grow. At Aimbridge, we celebrate individuality and offer "A Place to Grow" for everyone. If you're ready to shape the future of hospitality and take your career to the next level, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and become part of a team that's redefining guest experiences across the globe.

Holiday Inn Southend, 77 Eastwoodbury Crescent, Southend-on-Sea, Essex, SS2 6XG.

Responsibilities

• Identify new business opportunities and nurture client relationships.
• Craft sales strategies that align with our brand and guest experience.
• Collaborate with marketing and operations to maximise opportunities and ensure client satisfaction.
• Contribute to a dynamic, results-driven sales environment and build meaningful client connections.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in sales, ideally within the hospitality sector.
• Strong communication, negotiation, and influencing skills.
• Organised, collaborative, and driven by results with a genuine focus on guest experiences.

About the Employer

Holiday Inn Southend is part of the Aimbridge Hospitality network, alongside global brands and partners. We are committed to investing in our team and delivering consistently high levels of service.