Sales Manager

The Indian Hotels Company Limited; Udaipur District; Vor Ort; INR 900.000 - 1.300.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

The Indian Hotels Company Limited (IHCL) is seeking a Sales leader for Taj Lake Palace, Udaipur. You will drive revenue growth, lead a sales team, and build strategic relationships with corporate clients and travel partners.

The role requires 5-7 years in hospitality sales, a Hospitality Management degree, and strong communication, negotiation, and market intelligence skills. English proficiency is essential, and collaboration with marketing and operations is expected.

Qualifikationen

• Ability to develop sales strategies and drive revenue growth.
• Strong communication and relationship management with clients.
• Knowledge of catering/hospitality trends and market conditions.

Aufgaben

• Sales Strategy and Planning: develop and implement sales plans.
• Revenue Growth: achieve monthly, quarterly, and annual targets.
• Customer Relationship Management: build relationships with key clients.
• Market Intelligence: monitor industry trends and competitor activity.
• Budgeting and Forecasting: assist in budgets and forecasts.
• Performance Management: monitor targets and drive results.
• Collaboration with Other Departments: coordinate with marketing, revenue management, operations.
• Reporting and Analysis: track performance metrics.
• Client Entertainment and Hospitality: manage events and client visits.
• Contract Negotiation: negotiate deals with clients.
• Complaint Handling and Resolution: address client issues promptly.
• Sales Technology and Systems: utilize CRM and related tools.
• Competitor Analysis: assess market landscape.
• Ad-hoc Projects: take on special assignments as needed.

Kenntnisse

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Creativity

Industry knowledge

Ausbildung

Degree in Hospitality Management

Tools

CRM software

Sales forecasting tools

Jobbeschreibung

24 Oct 2026

Business Unit: Taj Lake Palace, Udaipur

Department: Commercial

About IHCL

Indian Hotels Company Limited (IHCL) is a part of the Tata Group and is one of South Asia's largest and most iconic hospitality companies. With a legacy of over 120 years, we are dedicated to delivering exceptional experiences to our guests through our diverse portfolio of hotels, resorts, and palaces.

Careers at IHCL

At IHCL, we believe our employees are our greatest asset. We are committed to fostering a dynamic work environment that encourages innovation, collaboration, and personal growth. Join us in creating memorable experiences and shaping the future of hospitality. Explore exciting career opportunities with us and be a part of a vibrant team that values passion, excellence, and diversity.

Job Objective

To achieve and exceed revenue targets, drive business growth, and maintain a high level of customer satisfaction, while ensuring effective sales strategies, processes, and relationships are in place to position the hotel as a market leader.

Essential Job Tasks

• Sales Strategy and Planning
• Revenue Growth
• Customer Relationship Management
• Market Intelligence
• Budgeting and Forecasting
• Performance Management
• Collaboration with Other Departments
• Reporting and Analysis
• Client Entertainment and Hospitality
• Contract Negotiation
• Complaint Handling and Resolution
• Sales Technology and Systems
• Competitor Analysis
• Ad-hoc Projects

Areas of Responsibility

1. Revenue Growth: Achieve and exceed monthly, quarterly, and annual sales targets, contributing to the hotel's overall revenue growth and profitability.

2. Sales Team Leadership: Lead, motivate, and develop a high-performing sales team, providing guidance, coaching, and support to ensure they have the skills and knowledge to succeed in their roles.

3. Sales Strategy and Planning: Develop and implement effective sales strategies, plans, and tactics to identify and capitalize on new business opportunities, and to maintain and grow existing accounts and market visits (sales calls).

4. Customer Relationship Management: Build and maintain strong relationships with key clients, including corporate accounts, travel agencies, and individual customers, to increase repeat business and referrals.

5. Market Intelligence: Stay up-to-date with industry trends, competitor activity, and market conditions, using this knowledge to inform sales strategies and stay ahead of the competition.

6. Budgeting and Forecasting: Assist in the preparation of own/team's budgets and forecasts, and provide inputs on sales strategies and tactics to achieve revenue targets.

7. Performance Management: Monitor and analyze performance to ensure targets are achieved to their full potential.

8. Collaboration with Other Departments: Work closely with other hotel departments, including marketing, revenue management, and operations, to ensure seamless delivery of services and to identify opportunities for cross-selling and upselling.

9. Debtors Management: Extend event credit strictly in accordance with the prescribed policy, and actively reduce and maintain debtor days within the hotel's defined standards.

10. Compliance: Ensure strict adherence to TPAM, aligning all sales activities with the specified guidelines, revenue models, and contractual obligations, while maintaining transparency and accountability.

Attributes/ Essentials/ Other Information

• Communication
• Interpersonal skills
• Creativity
• Knowledge of catering industry trends
• Drive and determination to improve standards and profitability. strong customer service orientation.

Required Qualifications

A degree in Hospitality Management

Work Experience

Minimum of 5 - 7 years of experience in Sales department and hospitality industry

Languages Needed in Position

Proficiency in english.

Behavioural Competencies

• Process Excellence
• Result Orientation
• Collaborative Engagement
• Change Championship
• Growth Mindset
• Talent Enrichment
• Guest Centricity
• Personal Effectiveness

Equal Opportunities Employment at IHCL

At IHCL, we celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, or any other status protected by applicable law. We encourage all qualified individuals to apply and join our team, where every voice is valued and respected.