As Senior Sales Manager, you will lead the Sales team of the hotel and analyse local market trends and competitor activity to recommend strategies that keep the hotel a leader in the marketplace through the development of future and repeat business. Specifically, you will be responsible for performing the following tasks to the highest standards:

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What will I be doing?

\n\nAnalysis of local market trends and competitor activity to identify business leads\nDevelop customer accounts and travel within the local area to drive business into the specific hotel and to increase market/customer share in all revenue streams\nNegotiate room rates/packages with corporate, GM&E, Government and all other clients\nDevelop and implement creative local marketing channels, including social media channels\nPrepare company contracts for the hotel in accordance with current business and pricing conditions\nWork within current business strategies and recognising potential opportunities\nCooperate with other departments in the hotel to create an exceptional Guest experience and build strong, comprehensive sales programs\nAttend Sales events, as required\nSupport the hotel team in absence of the Commercial Director \nProduce accurate and timely reports that meet the needs of the commercial Director and senior management to include the reporting of appointments, calls made and business leads\nPrepare weekly and monthly sales reports \nAnswer customer queries in a prompt and professional manner\nManage team performance and incentive programme in compliance with company policies and procedures\nRecruit, manage, train and develop the Sales team\n

A Sales Manager serving Hilton brands is always working on behalf of our Guests and working with other Team Members.

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To successfully fill this role, you should maintain the following:

\n\nGood communication skills\nCommitment to delivering a high level of customer service\nFlexibility to respond to a range of different work situations\nExperience in a sales role with a proven track record to close a sale\n\n

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

\n\nKnowledge of local market\nKnowledge of hospitality\nKnowledge of Hilton Operations and sales systems\nPassion for sales and for achieving targets and objectives\nDegree-level qualification in a relevant field\n\n

What will it be like to work for Hilton?

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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!

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