Group, Conference and Events Sales Executive

Hilton Worldwide, Inc.; Çankaya; On-site; TRY 826,000 - 1,240,000; Full time

Job summary

A global hospitality company is seeking a Group, Conference, and Events Sales Executive for its Ankara office. The ideal candidate should excel in converting inquiries, managing event schedules, and building relationships with clients. Candidates must possess strong organizational skills and a commitment to customer service. This role offers a chance to contribute to memorable experiences while achieving revenue goals.

Qualifications

• Good organisational and administration skills.
• Positive attitude and good communication skills.
• Commitment to delivering a high level of customer service.
• Confident telephone manner.
• High level of IT skills.
• Excellent grooming standards.
• Demonstrated previous experience working in a Sales environment.

Responsibilities

• Receive and convert incoming enquiries to achieve targets.
• Seek opportunities to increase sales and conversions.
• Manage an events schedule to maximise yield.
• Build strong relationships with customers.
• Ensure complete administration of all planned events.

Skills

Good organisational and administration skills

Positive attitude

Good communication skills

Commitment to delivering high level of customer service

Confident telephone manner

High level of IT skills

Excellent grooming standards

Demonstrated previous experience in Sales

Education

Qualification, degree, or certification in relevant field

Tools

Hotel property management systems

Job description

Job Number

HOT0BX0F

Overview

Group, Conference and Events Sales Executive at Ankara HiltonSA Hotel, Tahran Caddesi No 12 Kavaklidere Ankara 6700. A Group, Conference, and Events (GCE) Sales Executive will maximise revenue opportunities in the areas of group reservations, conferences and events by driving sales leads and increasing conversions.

What will I be doing?

• Receive and convert incoming enquiries to achieve targets and maximise revenue
• Seek opportunities to increase sales and conversions within the team
• Manage an events schedule to maximise yield
• Focus on a consistently executed up-selling approach
• Build strong relationships with customers to fully understand their needs
• Arrange and carry out hotel show rounds
• Ensure the complete administration and execution of all planned events
• Participate in hotel promotional activities

What are we looking for?

A Group, Conference, and Events (GCE) Sales Executive serving Hilton brands is always working on behalf of our Guests and working with other Team Members. To successfully fill this role, you should maintain the attitude, behaviours, skills, and values that follow:

• Good organisational and administration skills
• Positive attitude and good communication skills
• Commitment to delivering a high level of customer service
• Confident telephone manner
• High level of IT skills
• Excellent grooming standards
• Demonstrated previous experience working in a Sales environment

It would be advantageous in this position for you to demonstrate the following capabilities and distinctions:

• Knowledge of the hotel property management systems
• Demonstrated previous experience working in the Conference and Events function
• Qualification, degree, or certification in a relevant field

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!