Hotel Sales Executive

Placements24; Benoni; Hybrid; ZAR 360,000 - 700,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Uncapped commission

Medical benefits

Retirement benefits

Career development

Travel opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a driven Hotel Sales Executive for a premier hotel in Benoni. You will develop and execute sales strategies across rooms, banquets, and events, and lead the full sales cycle from prospecting to closing, delivering measurable revenue growth.

Build and nurture relationships with corporate clients, travel agents, and event organizers. Deliver compelling proposals, negotiate contracts, and represent the hotel at industry events to secure new business and maximize occupancy.

Qualifications

• Experience in hotel sales or related hospitality field.
• Strong knowledge of sales principles and market dynamics.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
• Experience with CRM software and sales tools.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute sales plans to meet revenue targets for rooms and MICE.
• Identify and pursue new sales leads via networking, cold calls, market research.
• Build and maintain relationships with existing clients and key accounts.
• Prepare and deliver sales proposals and presentations to potential clients.
• Negotiate contracts and close deals; represent the hotel at events.

Skills

Hotel sales

Negotiation

Communication

Presentation skills

CRM software

Independence

Tools

CRM software

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a premier hotel located in Benoni , is seeking a driven and experienced Hotel Sales Executive . This role is responsible for developing and implementing sales strategies to drive revenue for rooms, banquets, and events. You will identify new business opportunities, build strong relationships with corporate clients, travel agents, and event organizers, and manage the sales cycle from prospecting to closing. The ideal candidate will possess excellent negotiation skills, a deep understanding of the hospitality market, and a passion for achieving sales targets, contributing significantly to the hotel's success in the competitive Benoni market.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute sales plans to achieve or exceed revenue targets for rooms and MICE segments.
• Identify and pursue new sales leads and business opportunities through networking, cold calling, and market research.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with existing clients and key accounts.
• Prepare and deliver compelling sales proposals and presentations to potential clients.
• Negotiate contracts and close deals to secure new business.
• Represent the hotel at industry events, trade shows, and networking functions.

Requirements

• Proven track record in hotel sales or a related field within the hospitality industry.
• Strong understanding of sales principles and market dynamics.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
• Proficiency in CRM software and sales management tools.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a sales team.
• A results-oriented mindset with a passion for achieving sales goals.

Benefits

• Competitive base salary with uncapped commission structure.
• Comprehensive medical and retirement benefits.
• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.
• A dynamic work environment with a focus on growth and success in Benoni .
• Travel opportunities for sales-related activities and industry events.