Sales Executive

De L'Europe Amsterdam

Amsterdam

On-site

EUR 42,000 - 65,000

Full time

7 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Vacation days and holiday pay

Pension Horeca & Catering

Travel allowance

Health insurance discount

Swapfiets ownership

Uniform laundry service

Stay at De L’Europe Amsterdam

Restaurant & partner hotel discounts

Friends and family discount

Fresh meals at work

Personal coaching

Career development

Job summary

De L’Europe Amsterdam is seeking a Sales Executive to support the sales team and drive client relationships in a luxury hotel setting. You will collaborate with Sales Managers and the Director of Sales to convert inquiries into bookings while maintaining exceptional guest experiences.

You will manage proposals, reports, and travel plans, contributing to market research and back-office operations. English is essential; Dutch is a plus, and experience in high-end hospitality is preferred.

Qualifications

Proven experience in a sales role within luxury hospitality preferred.
Strong commercial awareness with a proactive approach to developing new business and client relationships.
Excellent organizational skills with attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities.
Fluent in English; Dutch is an advantage.
Confident in building relationships with clients, partners and internal stakeholders.
Analytical skills to interpret sales reports and market trends.
Creative, solution-oriented with focus on guest and client experiences.
Proficient in MS Office and hotel sales management systems.

Responsibilities

Support Sales Managers and Director of Sales with daily operational tasks.
Assist in developing and nurturing prospecting of client accounts.
Create comprehensive sales proposals and contracts.
Coordinate and produce sales reports and market research; monitor performance monthly.
Assist with preparation and follow-up of sales trips.
Ensure optimal functioning of the back office and internal processes.
Coordinate site inspections, travel agent stays, events, and FAM trips.
Stay informed about industry trends to continually improve guest experiences.
Handle incoming RFPs and leads for the team.
Collaborate with operational departments to ensure room bookings are serviced.
Support Groups & Events in enquiry handling and conversion.
Work with Revenue & Reservations to maximize opportunities.
Maintain knowledge of De L’Europe vision, products and services.
Support overall guest experience and sales relations.

Skills

Commercial awareness

Organization

English proficiency

Dutch language

MS Office

Sales systems

Tools

Hotel sales systems

Job description

About Us

Step into a world of unparalleled excellence at De L'Europe Amsterdam, nestled in the vibrant heart of the city. As Sales Executive, you will play an important supporting role within our Sales team. You will work closely with the Sales Managers and Director of Sales, assisting with client relationships, new business development and the day-to-day commercial activities of the hotel.

Job Description

You will be a key point of contact for clients and prospects, helping to turn enquiries and opportunities into successful business while ensuring that our clients experience the high level of service and attention to detail associated with De L’Europe Amsterdam.

What You'll Do

Support our team of Sales Managers and Director of Sales with daily operational tasks
Assist in developing, nurturing prospecting our client accounts
Create comprehensive sales proposals and contracts
Coordinate and produce sales reports and market research, monitor performance on a monthly basis
Assist the Sales team in the preparation and follow-up of sales trips
Ensure optimal functioning of the back office
Prepare and coordinate sales activities such as site inspections, travel agent stays, customer in-house events, blitzing, and FAM trips
Stay informed about industry trends and best practices to continually improve guest experiences
Support the team with all incoming RFPs and leads
Work with operational departments to ensure all aspects of room bookings are serviced
Support the Groups & Events team with enquiry handling and conversion
Collaborate closely with the Revenue & Reservations team to maximize opportunities
Maintain full knowledge and understanding of the vision of De L’Europe, it’s products and services
Support sales relations and the overall guest experience.

Who You Are

Proven experience in a sales role, preferably within a luxury hotel or hospitality environment
Strong commercial awareness with a proactive approach to developing new business and maintaining client relationships
Excellent organizational skills with strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively
Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English; proficiency in the Dutch language is an advantage
Confident in building and maintaining relationships with clients, business partners and internal stakeholders
Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret sales reports, market trends and business opportunities
Creative and solution-oriented, with a strong focus on delivering exceptional guest and client experiences
Proficient in Microsoft Office and hotel sales management systems

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