Sales & Account Executive

Hotelprofessionals; Amsterdam; On-site; EUR 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

5 weeks of vacation per year

8% holiday pay

Access to a lease car

Collective bonus scheme

Discounts at IHG hotels

Job summary

Hotelprofessionals seeks a Cluster Sales & Account Executive in Amsterdam to maximize revenue across various accounts for IHG hotels. You will identify new business opportunities and negotiate contracts with clients.

The ideal candidate is independent, analytical, and proficient in English and Dutch. Benefits include a competitive salary, flexible vacation, and significant discounts at Hilton hotels.

Qualifications

• Independence and a keen eye for new opportunities.
• Driven, organized, and a sense of responsibility.
• Team player with a sense of humor, even in challenging situations.

Responsibilities

• Managing, activating, and optimizing accounts.
• Maintaining strategic partnerships with Sales & Marketing teams.
• Organizing and participating in commercial events and trade shows.

Skills

Ambitious and driven to develop

Excellent proficiency in English

Excellent proficiency in Dutch

Analytical skills

Excellent communication skills

Job description

Do you want to work in an open organization, where hard work, fun, growth, and the team come first? Then you've come to the right place!

As Cluster Sales & Account Executive you will report directly to the Cluster Director of Sales. The primary purpose of your position will be to maximize revenue of the various accounts in your region for the benefit of the TVHG hotels in The Netherlands. You will constantly be looking for new business cooperation opportunities and increase sales for the segment of business individuals and business groups. You will also be responsible for negotiating and closing contracts with existing and new clients.

Responsibilities

• Managing, activating, and optimizing accounts.
• Maintaining and optimizing a strategic partnership with the national and international Sales & Marketing teams of IHG and Hilton.
• Organizing and participating in commercial events, networking gatherings, trade shows, and conferences.
• Daily meetings with other commercial departments and General Managers of the hotels to represent the interests of TVHG, clients, and guests.
• Efficiently tracking activities and results in the CRM and other reports.
• Defending client performance and proactively proposing activities based on results.
• Contributing to teamwork by supporting and motivating colleagues.

TVHG operates 11 hotels in the Netherlands, all hotels are operated under franchise agreements with three globally recognized brands; Holiday Inn (1), Holiday Inn Express (8) and Hampton By Hilton (2). The 11 hotels are spread across the Netherlands, seven hotels in and around Amsterdam and 4 hotels in key regional centers in Rotterdam, The Hague, Utrecht and Arnhem. All hotels are supported by a central support office which is located at Amsterdam Sloterdijk.

TVHG has approximately 250 employees (and is growing). Within TVHG, our motto is “We create the experience behind our brands”. Together with our teams we aim to create unforgettable experiences for guests and colleagues. We do this by paying sincere attention and pursuing our core values: Teamwork, Vibrant, Honest and Growth.

Benefits

• What makes us the perfect employer? A salary in line with the collective labor agreement (CAO).
• 5 weeks of vacation per year and 8% holiday pay.
• A collective bonus scheme.
• Access to a lease car, mobile phone, and laptop.
• Attractive discounts at over 6,000 Hilton and IHG hotels worldwide.
• Fun extras like team activities, a Christmas party, and a birthday gift.

Qualifications

• Ambitious and driven to develop within the commercial hotel industry.
• Independence and a keen eye for new opportunities.
• Driven, organized, and a sense of responsibility.
• Excellent proficiency in both English and Dutch (written and spoken).
• Analytical skills to translate data into targeted actions.
• Team player with a sense of humor, even in challenging situations.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.

If you're enthusiastic and see yourself taking on this fantastic challenge, don't hesitate to apply as soon as possible!