Sales Manager

The Kingsley; Cork; On-site; EUR 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Education and training programmes

Dining discounts

Accommodation discounts for family and

Spa discounts

Health club access

Staff dining and parking

Awards and recognition events

Wellness and career development

Job summary

The Kingsley in Cork is seeking an experienced Sales Manager to drive Corporate, MICE, Group and Leisure business. You will identify new opportunities, manage key accounts and build strong relationships with corporate clients, conference organisers, agencies and tour operators across our property.

Join a four‑star property in a vibrant market, collaborating with Revenue, Reservations, Events and Marketing teams to maximize revenue and guest experiences.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in hotel sales, hospitality business development or a similar commercial role.
• A degree or professional qualification in Business, Sales, Marketing or a related discipline is desirable.
• Proven ability to generate new business, manage accounts and achieve revenue targets.
• Strong communication, negotiation, presentation and relationship-building skills.
• Commercially focused, proactive, organised and results-driven.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver sales plans across Corporate, MICE, Group and Leisure markets.
• Assist in the Weddings & Events Department if required (send proposals, conduct site inspections, follow up calls, emails, update Opera).
• Identify, target and convert new business opportunities.
• Manage and grow existing accounts and sales pipelines.
• Negotiate corporate rates, group proposals and event business.
• Conduct client meetings, sales calls, site inspections and familiarisation visits.
• Represent The Kingsley at trade shows, networking events and industry functions.
• Work closely with Revenue, Reservations, Events and Marketing teams.
• Monitor market trends, competitor activity and sales performance.
• Maintain accurate CRM records and provide regular sales reports and forecasts.

Skills

Sales management

Account management

Relationship building

Negotiation

Communication

Presentation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business/Sales/Marketing

Tools

Opera PMS

Job description

The Kingsley is seeking an experienced and commercially focused Sales Manager to grow Corporate, MICE, Group and Leisure business across our property.

The successful candidate will identify new business opportunities, manage key accounts and build strong relationships with corporate clients, conference organisers, agencies tour operators and industry partners.

Staff Benefits

• Company-funded education and training programmes
• Dining discounts of up to 50%
• Reduced accommodation rates for family and friends
• Discounts on spa treatments and products
• Use of health club facilities
• Staff dining and parking
• Service awards and recognition events
• Wellness and career development programmes

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver sales plans across Corporate, MICE, Group and Leisure markets.
• Assist in the Weddings & Events Department if required i.e. send proposals, conduct site inspections/wedding show-arounds, follow up calls, emails, update Opera etc.
• Identify, target and convert new business opportunities.
• Manage and grow existing accounts and sales pipelines.
• Negotiate corporate rates, group proposals and event business.
• Conduct client meetings, sales calls, site inspections and familiarisation visits.
• Represent The Kingsley at trade shows, networking events and industry functions.
• Work closely with Revenue, Reservations, Events and Marketing teams.
• Monitor market trends, competitor activity and sales performance.
• Maintain accurate CRM records and provide regular sales reports and forecasts.

What We Are Looking For

• Previous experience in hotel sales, hospitality business development or a similar commercial role.
• A degree or professional qualification in Business, Sales, Marketing or a related discipline is desirable.
• Proven ability to generate new business, manage accounts and achieve revenue targets.
• Strong communication, negotiation, presentation and relationship-building skills.
• Commercially focused, proactive, organised and results-driven.
• Experience within a four- or five-star hospitality environment is desirable.
• A full clean driving licence and access to transport are required.

If you are seeking a rewarding career that involves first rate training and education, mentoring and development, attractive compensation, and inspiring rewards and recognition, consider joining The Kingsley team.