Remote Hospitality Sales Executive

Placements24; Bloemfontein; Hybrid; ZAR 350,000 - 520,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Commission-based pay

Full remote work

Health insurance

Paid time off

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a motivated and results-oriented Remote Hospitality Sales Executive to drive bookings and partnerships for properties around Welkom. Working from your home office, you will use your sales expertise to identify and secure new business opportunities, including corporate events, group bookings, and travel agency collaborations.

The role focuses on expanding market reach and revenue in the competitive hospitality landscape.

Qualifications

• Proven track record in sales, preferably hospitality or travel.
• Demonstrated ability to meet/exceed sales quotas in B2B/B2C.
• Excellent negotiation, communication and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Identify and pursue new sales leads and opportunities in corporate/leisure travel.
• Develop and maintain relationships with clients, travel agents and event planners.
• Conduct virtual presentations/negotiations to secure group bookings and events.
• Achieve/exceed sales targets and revenue goals.
• Collaborate with marketing to create sales collateral and campaigns.
• Stay updated on market trends and competitors to refine sales strategies.

Skills

Sales

Negotiation

Communication

Presentation

Remote work

Pipeline management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Sales/Marketing/Business Admin

Tools

CRM software

Video conferencing tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a motivated and results-oriented Remote Hospitality Sales Executive to drive bookings and partnerships for their properties located in and around Welkom . Working from your home office, you will leverage your sales expertise to identify and secure new business opportunities, including corporate events, group bookings, and travel agency collaborations. This role is pivotal in expanding the client's market reach and revenue streams within the competitive hospitality landscape. You will need to be a self-starter, adept at building relationships and closing deals in a virtual environment, contributing to the overall success of the organization's sales efforts.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify and pursue new sales leads and business opportunities within the corporate and leisure travel sectors.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with key clients, travel agents, and event planners.
• Conduct virtual presentations and negotiations to secure group bookings and event contracts.
• Achieve and exceed set sales targets and revenue goals on a consistent basis.
• Collaborate with the marketing team to create effective sales collateral and promotional campaigns.
• Stay abreast of market trends, competitor activities, and industry best practices to identify new sales strategies.

Requirements

• Proven track record in sales, preferably within the hospitality or travel industry.
• Demonstrated ability to meet and exceed sales quotas in a B2B or B2C environment.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and presentation skills.
• Proficiency in CRM software and virtual meeting platforms.
• Ability to work autonomously and manage a sales pipeline effectively in a remote setting.
• A Bachelor's degree in Sales, Marketing, Business Administration, or a related field is desirable.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary with an attractive commission structure and performance bonuses.
• Full remote work flexibility, allowing for a great work-life balance.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
• Generous paid time off and opportunities for continuous professional development.
• Be part of a dynamic and growing company in the Free State hospitality market.