Sales Manager – Luxury Hotel: Drive Direct Business Growth

IHG Hotels & Resorts; Manchester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A renowned hotel chain in Manchester is searching for a dynamic Sales Manager to join their team. As the Sales Manager, you will work closely with the Director of Sales to support the hotel’s sales strategy, drive new business, and manage a strong sales pipeline. A successful candidate will have proven experience in achieving sales targets, preferably in hospitality, alongside excellent communication and planning skills. Enjoy competitive compensation, various benefits, and opportunities for growth in this exciting role.

Benefits

Financial security with competitive salary

Growth and development opportunities

Colleague perks including discounted stays

Wellbeing support with maternity/paternity pay

Qualifications

• Availability to work Monday to Friday with some evening and weekend hours.
• Proven experience supervising or mentoring within a sales team.
• Strong track record of achieving sales targets in the hospitality industry.
• Ability to work under pressure with high standards.

Responsibilities

• Support and contribute to the proactive sales strategy.
• Generate new business leads through various channels.
• Accurately track and report sales activities against targets.
• Collaborate with the Sales team and wider hotel staff.

Skills

Sales strategy development

Sales coaching

New business development

Market research

Communication

Education

Experience as a Sales Manager or Senior Sales Executive

Knowledge of local and UK markets

Tools

Microsoft Office

Opera

Cvent

Delphi

Job description

A renowned hotel chain in Manchester is searching for a dynamic Sales Manager to join their team. As the Sales Manager, you will work closely with the Director of Sales to support the hotel’s sales strategy, drive new business, and manage a strong sales pipeline. A successful candidate will have proven experience in achieving sales targets, preferably in hospitality, alongside excellent communication and planning skills. Enjoy competitive compensation, various benefits, and opportunities for growth in this exciting role.