Leisure Sales Manager - Sandton

HotelJobs; Sandton; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

HotelJobs in Sandton seeks a Leisure Sales Manager to drive revenue for a large hotel. You will manage client relationships, convert leads, and collaborate with marketing, operations, and events to grow business.

The ideal candidate has at least 3 years hospitality sales experience, an existing database of corporate, travel trade and MICE clients, and strong negotiation skills. English fluency is essential; you must perform well in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years hospitality sales experience.
• Existing database of corporate, travel trade and MICE clients.
• Strong negotiation, networking and relationship-building skills.
• Excellent communication in English, written and verbal.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, pressurized environment.

Responsibilities

• Leverage an existing client database to drive sales and revenue.
• Identify and target new business opportunities across segments.
• Build and maintain relationships with key decision-makers and partners.
• Achieve and exceed revenue targets through proactive sales strategies.
• Manage inquiries, negotiate contracts, and close sales.
• Conduct client meetings, presentations, and site inspections.
• Collaborate with revenue and marketing teams on sales plans.
• Provide monthly sales reports and market insights to management.

Skills

Client relationships

Negotiation skills

Sales conversions

Networking

Proactive sales

Job description

Large Hotel based in Sandton is looking for a Leisure Sales Manager reporting to the Group Commercial Director; we are seeking dynamic and results-driven candidate with a strong existing database of clients and a proven track record of converting leads into revenue. The successful incumbent will be responsible for driving sales; managing client relationships; and developing strategic marketing campaigns to promote the property. You will work closely with the marketing; operations; and events teams to increase revenue and build lasting relationships with both new and repeat clients.

Duties:

• Leverage your existing client database to drive sales and secure business
• Identify and target new business opportunities in corporate, group, government and leisure segments through market research and outreach.
• Build and maintain relationships with key decision-makers and travel trade partners.
• Achieve and exceed revenue targets through proactive sales strategies.
• Manage inquiries, negotiate contracts, and close sales with clients.
• Conduct client meetings, presentations, and site inspections.
• Work closely with the revenue team and marketing teams to align and achieve sales efforts.
• Provide monthly sales reports and market insights to management.

Requirements:

• Minimum 3 years Hospitality sales experience
• Well-groomed and professional disposition
• Be well versed in the English language essential (additional languages are a plus).
• Ability to work efficiently in a highly pressurized, fast-paced environment.
• Strong Industry relationships
• Strong understanding of sales and marketing techniques
• Proactive approach to securing business.
• Proven track record of sales conversions in the hospitality sector
• Existing database of corporate, travel trade, and MICE clients.
• Strong negotiation, networking, and relationship-building skills
• Self-motivated; target driven and results-orientated
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Ability to work independently and as a part of a team
• Ability to multitask with excellent planning and organizational skills
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and deadlines.