Conrad Istanbul Bosphorus-Groups, Conference & Events Sales Manager

Hilton Worldwide, Inc.; Beşiktaş; On-site; TRY 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A global hospitality leader is seeking a Groups, Conference & Events Sales Manager in Beşiktaş, Istanbul. You will manage the GME Sales office, develop customer relationships, and maximize revenue opportunities. The ideal candidate has strong leadership, analytical skills, and experience in the hotel sector. This role offers an exciting opportunity to grow in a renowned company committed to exceptional guest experiences.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated previous managerial or supervisory experience in a Sales and/or Meetings and Events Sales function in the hotel/leisure sector.
• Strong leadership skills to effectively manage and motivate the team to achieve high levels of performance and exceed targets.
• Strong analytical skills to understand key business indicators and competitive trends.

Responsibilities

• Manage the GME Sales office to convert customer enquiries into confirmed sales.
• Maximize all Groups, Meeting and Events revenue opportunities.
• Contribute to the selling strategy of the hotel.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical skills

Sales techniques

Organizational skills

Flexibility

Tools

Hotel property management systems

Job description

Conrad Istanbul Bosphorus-Groups, Conference & Events Sales Manager (HOT0C4BS)

Conrad Istanbul, Cihannuma Mah Saray Cd No 5 Besiktas Istanbul 34353

What will I be doing?

As Group, Meeting and Events (GME) Sales Manager, you will manage the GME Sales office to actively convert customer enquiries into confirmed sales. You will interact frequently with customers and guests to learn about their needs and develop relationships from which to earn repeat and expanded business.

• Maximize all Groups, Meeting and Events revenue opportunities
• Review business plans, identify gaps and ensure proactive efforts to fill capacity and meet set targets
• Contribute to the selling strategy of the hotel, and manage the department's adherence to achieving that strategy
• Understand the competitive marketplace and implement approaches to ensure the hotel stays ahead in the local market
• Ensure the GME Sales Team Members are developed effectively and generate a culture of high‑quality standards for relationship building, customer service, selling techniques, and billing and processing contracts
• Manage and develop the GME Sales Team to ensure career progression and effective succession planning within the hotel and company – organize hotel promotional activities
• Actively sell and lead large operations

What are we looking for?

• Demonstrated previous managerial or supervisory experience in a Sales and/or Meetings and Events Sales function in the hotel/leisure sector
• Strong leadership skills to effectively manage and motivate the team to achieve high levels of performance and exceed targets
• Strong analytical skills to understand key business indicators and competitive trends and develop approaches to these challenges
• Excellent selling and operation capability and an ability to coach selling techniques and lead operations actively
• Excellent organizational and planning skills
• Accountable and resilient
• Flexibility to respond to a range of different work situations
• Knowledge of the hotel property management systems (advantageous)
• Previous experience in the same or similar role (advantageous)

What will it be like to work for Hilton?

Hilton is the leading global hospitality company, spanning the lodging sector from luxurious full‑service hotels and resorts to extended‑stay suites and mid‑priced hotels. For nearly a century, Hilton has offered business and leisure travelers the finest in accommodations, service, amenities and value. Hilton is dedicated to continuing its tradition of providing exceptional guest experiences across its global brands. Our vision “to fill the earth with the light and warmth of hospitality” unites us as a team to create remarkable hospitality experiences around the world every day. And, our amazing Team Members are at the heart of it all.