Sales Manager

Accor; Bagaluru; On-site; INR 600,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Accor in India is seeking a Sales Management professional to drive daily sales calls, develop hotel leads, and prepare monthly account plans to penetrate markets. The role requires a Diploma in Tourism / Hospitality Management, at least 2 years of related experience, and strong English communication skills.

Proficiency in MS Excel, Word and PowerPoint is expected to support activity tracking and reporting. Join Accor to engage with clients, conduct site visits, and maximize hotel revenue through

Qualifications

• Diploma in Tourism / Hospitality Management is required.
• Minimum of 2 years of relevant experience.
• Excellent reading, writing and spoken English.
• Proficiency in MS Excel, Word and PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

• Achieve daily targeted number of sales calls with effectiveness.
• Develop business leads for the Hotel on a weekly basis.
• Prepare monthly list of accounts to penetrate for the following month.
• Plan a minimum of 2 site inspections/entertainment meetings per week to qualified potential accounts or new accounts.
• Prepare monthly action plan for main market segment.
• Perform monthly review account profile on room nights production and average rate.
• Monitor competitors' rate strategy, account penetration and marketing activities to maintain a competitive edge.
• Fully responsible for accounts under management, including contracting, updating profile and renewing contracts.
• Update management on VIP arrivals, meet and greet accordingly.
• Up-sell, cross-sell and promote Hotel facilities & services at every available opportunity in order to maximize sales revenue.
• Conduct negotiations to achieve the best profit and rates for the Hotel.
• Attend hotel clients and local community business events to network and maintain high visibility.
• Update Director of Sales & Marketing on market trends and business leads.

Skills

English language proficiency

Education

Diploma in Tourism / Hospitality Management

Tools

MS Excel

MS Word

PowerPoint

Job description

Company Description

We are far more than a worldwide leader. We welcome you as you are and you can find a job and brand that matches your personality. We support you to grow and learn every day, making sure that work brings purpose to your life, so that during your journey with us, you can continue to explore Accor's limitless possibilities.

By joining Accor, every chapter of your story is yours to write and together we can imagine tomorrow's hospitality. Discover the life that awaits you at Accor, visit https://careers.accor.com/

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Job Description

Sales Management

• Achieve daily targeted number of sales calls with effectiveness
• Develop business leads for the Hotel on a weekly basis
• Prepare monthly list of accounts to penetrate for the following month
• Plan a minimum of 2 site inspections/entertainment meetings per week to qualified potential accounts or new accounts
• Prepare monthly action plan for main market segment
• Perform monthly review account profile on room nights production and average rate
• Monitor competitors' rate strategy, account penetration and marketing activities to maintain a competitive edge
• Fully responsible of accounts under his/her management , including contracting, updating profile and renewing contracts
• Update management on VIP arrivals, meet and greet accordingly
• Up-sell, cross-sell and promote Hotel facilities & services at every available opportunity in order to maximize sales revenue
• Conduct negotiations to achieve the best profit and rates for the Hotel
• Attend hotel clients and local community business events to network and maintain high visibility
• Update Director of Sales & Marketing on market trends and business leads

Qualifications

• Diploma in Tourism / Hospitality Management
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in a similar capacity with proven track records
• Excellent reading, writing and oral proficiency in English language
• Proficient in MS Excel, Word, & PowerPoint

Additional Information

Diversity & Inclusion for Accor means welcoming each and everyone and respecting their differences by giving priority only to qualities and skills in extending employment and development opportunities.

Our ambition is to provide meaningful employment, a warm and welcoming culture, excellent working conditions and to promote the development of all people, including those with disabilities.

Do not hesitate to let us know of any specific needs you may have so that we can take them into consideration.