Sales Executive (Hotel)

Ennismore; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 600 000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic and innovative hotel brand as a Sales Executive in Johannesburg. You will play a key role in representing the hotel in the marketplace, working closely with various teams to maximize occupancy and revenue. This position offers the chance to engage with 3rd Party Distributors and participate in trade shows, all while being part of a passionate team dedicated to creating exceptional hospitality experiences. With a competitive package and opportunities for development, this is a perfect role for someone looking to thrive in a creative and rewarding environment.

Benefits

Competitive package

Development opportunities

Creative work environment

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in sales operations of a luxury hotel.
• Proficient in financial good practices and booking channel management.

Responsibilities

• Liaison between Operations and 3rd Party Distributors.
• Maximize occupancy rates through effective sales strategies.

Skills

Sales and Marketing

Communication Skills

Market Analysis

Up-Sell and Cross-Sell Strategies

Financial Management

Education

Degree in Hospitality Management

Degree in Financial Management

Tools

OPERA

Microsoft Office

Job description

Company Description

HYDE Johannesburg Rosebank is a unique opportunity to experience a one-of-a-kind lifestyle hotel brand.

The hotel is a festival-inspired food lovers paradise and showcase for music and nightlife, featuring 131 rooms with natural textures and artisan touches.

Together the property will have 3 restaurants and bar outlets, all of them highly programmed.

Job Description

Represents the business in the marketplace and with the Sales Manager, is the principal liaison and point of contact between the Operations and the 3rd Party Distributors (OTA’s, STO’s, Wholesalers, PCO’s, Travel Agents).

The Sales Executive takes responsibility for positioning the business and its services and offerings in the marketplace with the intention of maximizing occupancy at the highest possible rate.

This role works closely with the relevant Department Teams to ensure a coordinated effort between Sales, Reservations, and Operations to conduct comprehensive site surveys in the organization’s properties.

The role also ensures that 3rd Party Distributors, Consortia, OTA’s, and PCA’s receive timely deliveries of up-to-date Service, Rate, and Promotional/Campaign information for inclusion in their online and paper marketing materials.

The Sales Executive may, with the Sales Manager, attend trade shows and events to promote and sell the hotel and its services.

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent in Hospitality Management / Financial Management
• Extensive background in Sales and Marketing
• 3 years of experience in the Sales operations of a luxury hotel
• Ability to effectively communicate with others in English (written and spoken)
• Proficient user of OPERA
• Proficient in the application of Up-Sell and Cross-Sell strategies
• Proficient in collecting market data for analysis and creation of Market Studies
• Ability to anticipate future circumstances, conditions, and requests and use these scenarios to plan for the future
• Proficient in the application of financial good practice
• Proficient in the management of the various booking channels
• Proficient user of Microsoft Office software applications

What Awaits You...

• The opportunity to join an international and innovative and fast-growing group.
• The ability to challenge the norm and work in an environment that is both creative and rewarding.
• Be part of a team that is very passionate about creating great hospitality experiences and exploring new locations with every opportunity.
• A competitive package and plenty of development opportunities.