Sales Executive

Daniel Thwaites PLC; Peacehaven; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A hospitality company in Peacehaven is looking for a Sales Executive to develop business opportunities and support their marketing strategy. The ideal candidate is solutions-focused with a natural sales ability and strong communication skills. We offer a competitive salary, generous leave, free parking, and various employee benefits including discounted stays and gym membership. Join our team and help create memorable experiences for guests while enjoying career progression opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Free on-site parking

Wage access program

28 days annual leave

Employee Assistance Programme

Enhanced maternity and paternity pay

Discounted room rates

Food & Drink discounts

Complimentary gym membership

Life assurance & pension

Bespoke training programs

Qualifications

• Natural sales ability with meticulous preparation and attention to detail.
• Experience in a hotel environment is advantageous but not required.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Develop new business opportunities through networking.
• Become an expert on local commercial activity.
• Make proactive outbound calls to generate business leads.
• Support hotel marketing strategy.

Skills

Sales ability

Time management

Communication

Job description

A healthy sales pipeline is the lifeblood of any successful business. Reporting to the Head of Sales as Sales Executive you will be passionate about sales, self-motivated and inquisitive in nature to help secure repeat business and new opportunities.

If youf7re a Sales Executive or have experience in sales research or generating sales leads this position could be for you.

Your day to day

• To develop new business opportunities through attending local networking events and building relationships with businesses and agents alike.
• To become our local expert on commercial activity in the area and share ideas and opportunities with the wider sales team.
• Proactive approach to outbound calls to both new and existing customers to generate business leads.
• Support with the hotel marketing strategy.
• Keep connected with conference and corporate clients to keep up to date with their business and key requirements.
• Communicate with guests/clients with warmth and hospitality to deliver an authentic and genuine experience.
• Work as part of a sales team to drive and achieve the sales targets.

Here at The House of Daniel Thwaites, our history and heritage, craftsmanship and tradition go hand in hand and bring together our real family hospitality and we are looking for a Sales Executive to join our family.

Who are we looking for?

You will be solutions-focused and able to work both individually and as part of team, with excellent time management skills.

If you have a natural sales ability and are meticulous in your preparation and attention to detail, the role of Sales Executive could be for you. Experience of a hotel environment would be advantageous but full training will be provided.

In return, we are offering

In return, we are offering, a rewarding role with scope for career progression along with:

• A competitive salary, negotiable dependent on experience
• Free on-site parking
• Stream - Ability to access up to 40% of your wages as you earn giving you more control over your finances
• 28 days annual leave (rising to 33 days after 5 years)
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
• Apprenticeships available
• Discounted Room Rates in our beautiful properties across the UK - £50 per room per night
• Discounted Friends & Family Bed & Breakfast Room Rates at out Hotels & Inns across the UK
• Up to 50% Food & 25% Drink Discount
• Complimentary membership of onsite gym – a SAVING of £84 per month
• Discounts in Spa and Spa Treatments
• Life assurance & pension
• An engaging & supportive work environment
• Bespoke training & development programmes
• Great career opportunities across The House of Daniel Thwaites estate